Police Release First Image of Lisa Ellwood Convicted of Husband’s Murder
Police have unveiled the first image of Lisa Ellwood, following her conviction for the murder of her husband, Ryan Ellwood, at their residence in Wakefield. The harrowing incident unfolded after the couple had been out celebrating Lisa’s birthday on August 29 last year. Testimonies from a bar supervisor revealed that Lisa had consumed six potent […]
Marine Coastguard Agency Mast Transformation Stirs Maritime Community
The local maritime community has noticed a significant change in the skyline as the Marine Coastguard Agency (MCA) mast in Newhaven has undergone a substantial reduction in height, with about 15 meters chopped off from its top due to deteriorating conditions. This alteration also led to the removal of the outdated VHF DF array, marking a new chapter in the mast’s history.
Photo – Paul Farley Photo – Paul Farley In an update that will intrigue technology and maritime enthusiasts alike, the antennas on the mast have been meticulously reconfigured. Some have been re-fed, and notable changes include an update for Seahaven FM, which now sports new ‘string’. At the pinnacle of the mast, two colinears command attention; one serves the Automatic Identification System (AIS), while the other functions as a common receive antenna.
Looking towards the south side of the mast, the folded dipoles are hard to miss. These are designated for the fixed and tunable MCA channels, with their signals being remotely directed back to the National Maritime Operations Centre (NMOC) in Fareham. The north side of the mast houses the RNLI’s pager-specific folded dipole and Seahaven’s cardioid dipole array, supported alongside two horizontal Yagis stabilized with rope.
Interestingly, a pair of redundant dipoles are also visible in the recent photographs. These were initially set up for the Sussex Ambulance service as an emergency backup during the Labour Party Conference in Brighton, serving as a reminder of the mast’s versatile history.
Special thanks go to Paul Farley, who provided not only the striking photographs capturing these changes but also shared valuable insights into the technical aspects of the mast’s transformation.
Man Sentenced for Severe Child Sex Offences in Liverpool
Martin Price, a 42-year-old man with no fixed abode, has been sentenced for a series of disturbing sex offences involving children. The verdict was delivered after a trial at Liverpool Crown Court, where Price faced eight charges.
The charges against Price included:
Sexual Assault on a Child Under 13
Causing or Inciting a Child to Engage in Sexual Activity
Making an Indecent Image of a Child
Causing a Child to Watch a Sex Act
Engaging in Sexual Activity in the Presence of a Child
These acts targeted two vulnerable children and occurred within the jurisdiction of Merseyside. The court proceedings revealed the gravity of Price’s actions, leading to a unanimous guilty verdict.
On Friday, March 8, the judge handed down a six-and-a-half-year prison sentence to Price. Additionally, he received a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order and a 10-year restraining order. Furthermore, Price is now subject to a notification requirement for an indefinite period.
Detective Constable Alexandra Lawrence, who played a crucial role in the investigation, expressed her strong condemnation of Price’s behaviour: “The behaviour displayed by Price was utterly appalling, and he deserves to be behind bars for several years.” She commended the victims for their immense courage and bravery in coming forward to report the crimes.
Despite Price’s plea of not guilty, the jury saw through his lies and rightly convicted him. Detective Constable Lawrence urged anyone who has experienced any form of sexual abuse or knows of a child being abused to come forward and report it to the police. Specially trained officers are available to handle such sensitive cases with compassion and care.
Horsham Residents Urged to Recycle Diligently after Fire Incident
Horsham District Council is calling on its residents to practice diligent recycling after batteries sparked a fire in a waste collection vehicle.
The council’s waste team managed to extinguish the fire with fire extinguishers and headed back to Hop Oast depot to offload the truck’s contents. The West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service was also on hand to confirm the fire was fully extinguished.
Firefighters traced the origin of the fire to a set of battery-operated lights, aggravated by other non-recyclable items in the load, which contributed to the fire’s spread. The 5-tonne recycling load had to be discarded as waste due to the fire.
Councillor Jay Mercer, Cabinet Member for Environmental Health, Recycling, and Waste, expressed relief that no injuries or significant damages occurred, crediting the waste team’s prompt actions.
Mercer highlighted the dangers of improperly disposing of batteries, which can lead to fires when compacted in collection trucks. He urged the community to safely recycle loose batteries by placing them in a bag atop their bins on collection day and to utilize the council’s complimentary collection service for small electronics.
Thug Jailed for Brutal Assault in Central London Restaurant
A thug has been jailed after he smashed a glass into a man’s face and threw chairs at him in a Central London restaurant.
The victim was on his way to the cloakroom at a restaurant on New Change Passage, near St Paul’s Cathedral, when Tauream Smith-Sharp attacked him.
The glass wounded the victim’s right eye, leaving him permanently blind in that eye.
Smith-Sharp, 28, of Muirfield Road in Watford, was arrested after the incident – which took place at around 11.40pm on October 14, 2021.
He was found guilty of grievous bodily harm with intent and affray at Inner London Crown Court.
At the same court he was given a six year and nine month prison sentence.
Tauream Smith-Sharp (Image: City of London Police)Detective Constable Ufuk Ekbic, at the City of London Police, said: “This was an unprovoked and violent attack, which took place in a matter of minutes, resulting in the victim receiving a life-changing injury.
“Thanks to the hard work of everyone involved, we were able to secure this conviction and put a dangerous individual behind bars.
“We will act quickly and use all available resources when a violent act is committed to bring assailants to justice.”
Violent Weekend in London: One Dead in Shooting, Another Critical After Stabbing
A horror weekend across London saw one man shot dead and another left in a critical condition after a stabbing.
This only includes incidents that Newsquest London is aware of and has reported on.
The incidents unfolded on the weekend of March 8 in Catford and Stepney Green.
Information about each incident is from the Metropolitan Police.
Man in critical condition after stabbing in Stepney Green
A 19-year-old man is in a critical condition after a stabbing in Stepney Green.
The incident happened in Duckett Street at 1.50pm on March 8.
Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man injured.
He was taken to hospital for further treatment in a critical condition.
No arrests have been made as police enquiries continue.
Man in his 30s dies after shooting in Catford
A man in his 30s has died after a shooting in Catford.
The incident happened in Catford Broadway at around 4.30am on March 10.
Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man injured.
He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after.
Police are in the process of informing his next of kin.
No arrests have been made as police enquires continue.
Katie Price Fined £880 for Driving Offences, Escapes Jail Despite Outcry
CCTV footage has emerged showing former glamour model Katie Price driving into a petrol station on the A14 bypass in Kettering, Northamptonshire, despite lacking a valid driving license and insurance, prompting outrage from road safety campaigners. Price, who was declared bankrupt in 2019, was seen driving a Range Rover into the filling station on August […]
Driver Fined £200 and Receives 6 Points for Using Mobile Phone While Driving on M25
A shocking video has captured a woman using her mobile phone on the M25 at around 60mph.
The video was shared on ‘X’ by Surrey RoadSafe, a collaborative initiative involving Surrey Police and Surrey County Council, dedicated to reducing fatalities and severe injuries on the county’s roads.
The incident occurred on the M25 where a woman was recorded steering with one hand while holding a phone in the other.
Surrey RoadSafe said that the woman was driving at 60mph and when she was stopped, she said that she was using Maps on her phone.
The account wrote: “This is not a defence, if you hold your phone & the screen is illuminated you have committed the offence.”
The driver received a £200 fine and six points on her license.
As per official government guidelines, it is against the law use a mobile phone, sat nav, tablet, or any data-transmitting device while driving or riding a motorcycle whether connected to the internet or not.
Activities such as texting, making calls, taking photos or videos, and web browsing are strictly forbidden.
The regulations apply even if you find yourself: • Stopped at traffic lights • Queuing in traffic • Supervising a learner driver • Operating a car that automatically turns off the engine when stationary • Holding or using a device in offline or flight mode There are exceptions to these rules. It is acceptable to use a handheld device if: • Making an emergency call to 999 or 112, and stopping is unsafe or impractical • Safely parked • Conducting a contactless payment while the vehicle is stationary, such as at a drive-through restaurant • Using the device for remote vehicle parking Hands-free usage of devices is allowed as long as they are not held during use.
This includes methods like a Bluetooth headset, voice command, dashboard holder or mat, windscreen mount, or a built-in sat nav.
The Government website says it is crucial that the device does not obstruct your view of the road and traffic ahead.
Surrey RoadSafe wrote on X: “Driver seen & recorded by #VanguardRST using her phone whilst driving on the M25 at approx 60mph.
“Stopped where she said she was using maps, this is not a defence, if you hold your phone & the screen is illuminated you have committed the offence.
“Issued a TOR – 6 points, £200.”
Man Arrested in Abbey Wood After False Knife Claim
A male has been arrested in Abbey Wood after “falsely claiming he had a knife”.
Officers attempted to stop a male in Eynsham Drive yesterday just before 10.30am (Sunday).
The male ran away and was chased by officers.
The male said he had a knife, and police subsequently shot a taser at him.
He was the arrested over numerous offences, including on suspicion of breach of bail conditions, and “going equipped”.
Police say he did not have a knife on him.
The male was then taken to hospital for treatment to a pre-existing hand injury before going into police custody where he remains.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “On Sunday, 10 March at approximately 10:25hrs officers attempted to stop a male in Eynsham Drive, SE2.
“The male made off and was chased on foot by officers.
“The male stated he had a knife; Taser was discharged, and the male was arrested for numerous offences including breach of bail conditions and going equipped. He was not in possession of a knife.
“He was taken to hospital for treatment to a pre-existing hand injury before being discharged into police custody where he remains.”
Urgent Search for Missing Woman – Samaria Ayanle in Westminster
Authorities in Westminster are urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing woman who was last seen near Marble Arch. Nineteen-year-old Samaria Ayanle was last seen at her university accommodation close to Marble Arch on Wednesday, February 21. However, she was only reported missing on Friday, March 8, prompting a swift investigation by law […]