March 10, 2024

Not Lovin’ It: Snake Snack Leads to Shutdown at Newhaven McDonald’s

McDonald’s in Newhaven had to close its doors temporarily for an emergency deep clean. The cause? A customer decided it was a good idea to bring live insects into the establishment to feed a pet snake on the evening of March 8.
A McDonald’s spokesperson addressed the situation, stating, “On Friday evening, we were made aware that a customer had entered our Newhaven restaurant with live insects to feed a pet snake. As soon as we were made aware, we closed the restaurant and asked the customer to leave.”
The fast-food chain took immediate action to ensure the restaurant’s cleanliness and safety, reassuring the public that the health and safety of their customers and staff are of utmost priority. “We reopened later in the evening having carried out a thorough clean of the restaurant. Pest control experts have been called to the restaurant today to carry out precautionary checks,” the spokesperson added.
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John Belfield Charged in High Profile Mossley Murder Case

John Belfield has been charged with murder, conspiracy to murder, manslaughter, conspiracy to rob, and conspiracy to supply class A drugs.

The charges stem from an investigation into the tragic death of Thomas Campbell, aged 38. Campbell was discovered lifeless at his home address on Riverside in Mossley, a small town in Greater Manchester, around 10:30 on Sunday, July 3, 2022. Despite the efforts of emergency services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Three individuals have faced trial for their involvement in Thomas Campbell’s demise:

Reece Steven (29), residing on Poplar Street in Middleton, was found guilty of murder with conspiracy to rob. His sentence: life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 37 years.

Steven Cleworth (38), living on Charles Street in Heywood, was convicted of manslaughter with conspiracy to rob. His sentence: life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 12 years.

Coleen Campbell (38), residing on Bamford Street in Manchester, was found guilty of manslaughter with conspiracy to rob. Her sentence: 13 years, with a minimum of two-thirds to be served behind bars.

Detective Chief Inspector Liz Hopkinson, leading Greater Manchester Police’s Major Incident Team, expressed gratitude to their partners in the National Crime Agency and Suriname law enforcement, as well as their colleagues in GMP’s Specialist Operations and Force Critical Wanted Unit.

The investigation continues if you possess any information related to this case, please contact detectives on 0161 856 6377 or reach out anonymously to Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

Belfield now finds himself remanded into custody, awaiting a court appearance before a Magistrate at a later date.

Two women in Ohio are facing charges related to the alleged abuse of a corpse after a macabre incident involving their deceased housemate. Loreen Feralo, 55, and Karen Kasbohm, 63, lived with 80-year-old Douglas Layman in a house in Ashtabula, a town on the shore of Lake Erie in northern Ohio.

The bizarre turn of events unfolded when they discovered Layman’s lifeless body and decided on an unconventional course of action.

Instead of promptly reporting his death, the women carried Layman’s body to the front seat of his car. There, they propped it up and embarked on a grim mission: withdrawing money from his bank account.

The trio had visited the bank together before, and the staff there was familiar with them. In fact, Layman had previously allowed them to withdraw money from his account during their joint visits. Their familiarity with the bank’s drive-through till facilitated their scheme.

Ashtabula Police Chief Robert Stell expressed shock at their actions. “They left the body there without providing any information to the hospital. They just left him,” Chief Stell told Fox 8. Eventually, one of the women called the hospital to provide some details, leading to the identification of Layman’s remains. Officers subsequently visited Layman’s home, where the women admitted their actions.

This bizarre case bears eerie similarities to the plot of the 1989 movie “Weekend at Bernie’s.” In the film, two colleagues discover their boss is dead and attempt to convince others that he is still alive to avoid suspicion.

In the wake of a residential burglary in Parsons Walk, Walberton, police are intensifying efforts to recover stolen jewellery worth thousands. The theft, occurring between 9 am and 10 pm on October 13, 2023, has led to a detailed investigation by local authorities.
With multiple avenues of enquiry explored, the focus now shifts to community assistance in tracking down the distinctive jewellery items taken during the incident. The public is urged to report any sightings of the stolen items or if they appear for sale.
If you have any information or have spotted the jewellery, please contribute to the recovery efforts by contacting the police directly online or by calling 101, referencing serial 1417 of 13/10. Your support can make a crucial difference in returning these valuable pieces to their rightful owner.
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Four Men Jailed for Brutal New Year’s Day Knife Attack in Southwark

Four men have been sentenced to more than 100 years in prison collectively for their involvement in a vicious knife attack in Southwark, central London, on New Year’s Day last year. The victim, an 18-year-old man, miraculously survived despite sustaining 60 stab wounds in the assault, which left him fighting for his life. Kevaniel Perkins-Robinson, […]

Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Fatal Stabbing of Friend

A man convicted of the murder of his friend has been handed a life sentence with a minimum term of 20 years following a thorough investigation by the London Metropolitan Police. Peter Lalgie-Williams, born on May 16, 1966, was found guilty of murdering 57-year-old Chester Goffe in February 2023. In addition to his life sentence, […]

EastEnders Legend Bianca Jackson Returns After Five-Year Hiatus

An EastEnders legend is set to make her return to the show tonight after five years away from Albert Square.

This comes after other characters like ‘Big’ Mo Harris (Laila Morse) and Freddie Slater (Bobby Brazier) were marked for a return to the show.

Fans were ecstatic to see the return of the pair with viewers ready for the chaos sure to come with Mo.

EastEnders star confirms huge show return after five years away

Patsy Palmer will be returning to EastEnders as Bianca Jackson tonight after exiting the BBC programme five years ago.

Patsy will reprise her role as part of the Whitney Dean exit storyline, seeing the actor star in episodes taking place in Milton Keynes.

During a recent appearance on The One Show, the 51-year-old actor said: “I remember coming onto the other lot and just feeling so surreal because there was Pete Beale and Dot Cotton – I just remember feeling in awe of everybody.

“It always feels new – you always want to go back with a fresh head. You never really want to go back with the same head – I’m not here with the same mindset that I was when I left.

“It’s a fresh experience, but in exactly the same place.”

She also discussed her character’s infamous relationship with Ricky Butcher (Sid Owen), adding: “Sid and I have a chemistry – we’ve been friends since we were kids anyway cause we went to drama school together.

“We already had a friendship before I came onto EastEnders – I think that’s why they put us together as our chemistry is brilliant.”

The storyline will feature two special flashback episodes, showing the couple visiting Bianca after an unexpected pregnancy.

The episodes will air on Monday (March 4) and Tuesday (March 5).

The Unsolved Mystery: Georgina Gharsallah’s Tragic Vanishing

Six years ago, on March 7th, 2018, Georgina Gharsallah vanished without a trace from the town of Worthing, West Sussex. Despite extensive searches and ongoing police investigations, her whereabouts remain unknown, leaving her family and the community heartbroken and desperate for answers.
Georgina’s disappearance has united the community, with people from all corners coming together to support her family and aid in the search efforts. Sussex Police have also been actively investigating the case, but to date, they have not been able to determine what happened to the young woman.
As the six-year anniversary of Georgina’s disappearance passes, her family and the community are once again reminded of the tragedy that has impacted their lives. They continue to keep her memory alive by sharing her story and urging anyone with information to come forward.
Detective Superintendent Andy Wolstenholme, who is leading the police investigation into Georgina’s disappearance, said: “We are as committed today as we were on day one to finding out what happened to Georgina.
“My team and I remain ready to investigate any viable lines of enquiry that come in and we can only do that with information from the public, so I would urge anyone with information to call into the police or call into Crimestoppers with that information.
“Five years is a really long time. People may have moved away from Worthing and then come back, or after this long period of time when perhaps they weren’t able to speak to the police before, they might feel ready and able to do so now.
“If that is the case we’re ready to hear from you, we want to hear from you, we’ll listen to what you say and we will follow up all viable lines of enquiry that come into us.”
Georgina was last seen in Clifton Food and Wine on Clifton Road, Worthing, on the morning of 7 March 2018.
There is a possible sighting of Georgina later that same day crossing Chapel Road in Worthing town centre with another woman, but despite extensive enquiries and appeals for information, it’s not been possible to categorically confirm the identity of either woman. Police continue to appeal for information in relation to the footage and ask anyone who recognises either of the women to come forward.
In August 2019, Georgina’s disappearance was recorded as a homicide and Crimestoppers are offering a £20,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible.
Det. Supt Wolstenholme added: “We know Georgina is a much-loved mother, sister, and daughter and it’s hugely out of character for her to be out of touch with her family for such a long time.
“When you consider how long it has been, and the fact we’ve not been able to find any evidence of Georgina being active on her phone or bank accounts or had any physical sightings of her, we have to consider the possibility she’s come to harm, possibly at the hands of someone else.
“Recording the case as a homicide isn’t meant to take away hope of finding Georgina safe – and no one would be happier to be proved wrong than myself – but so that we could be open, honest and transparent about what it was we thought we were investigating and what we were deploying our resources to.”
The investigation into Georgina’s disappearance remains open and ongoing and anyone who has information relating to the case – no matter how small or insignificant they think it might be – is asked to report it to police online or by calling 101 quoting Operation Pavo.
Information can also be passed anonymously to the investigation team via the independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111. Both options are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Det Supt Wolstenholme said: “All missing people, regardless of the circumstances and regardless of their lifestyle or personal choices, are somebody’s son or daughter. Our investigation’s priority is to get to the truth of what happened to Georgina and bring a conclusion to all of these years of waiting for her mother Andrea and for her wider family and friends.
“In the same way that our investigation has continued for five years and will continue beyond, I know that Andrea’s campaign won’t stop until she’s got those answers that she needs about what happened to her daughter.
“Georgina deserves to be found and brought home, and her family deserve peace of mind in knowing what happened to her.”
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Sussex Police Seek Public Help Regarding St Wilfrid’s School Offences

In a recent development, Sussex Police are urgently calling for public assistance in relation to alleged sexual offenses that took place at the now-demolished St Wilfrid’s School in Seaford. These allegations stem from a distressing report by a former pupil, claiming he was sexually assaulted during his time at the school in the 1970s and 1980s.
The investigation has progressed, with a suspect being identified, leading to an 85-year-old man participating in a voluntary police interview while further investigations are ongoing.
Authorities are keen to gather more information and are reaching out to individuals who were connected to St Wilfrid’s School during the specified decades. Whether you were a student, staff member, or associated with the school in any capacity during the 1970s and 1980s, your input could be vital to the investigation.
If you have any information, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem, you are encouraged to come forward. You can contact the police online or call 101, referencing the case with the number 47230002158. Your cooperation could be crucial in uncovering the truth and ensuring justice is served.
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