Slough Man Stabbed to Death in Broad Daylight in Front of Several People
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally stabbed in broad daylight in Slough. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon (September 11) in Rochfords Gardens, where emergency services were called to the scene at approximately 3:20 PM following reports of the stabbing. The victim, a man in his 20s, was found […]
Knife Attack Outside Camden College Forces Facility into Temporary Lockdown
A teenager was injured following a stabbing outside a North London college, prompting the institution to go into lockdown as a precaution. The incident occurred on Wednesday, September 11, near City and Islington College on Camden Road. Metropolitan Police were called to the scene at approximately 1:25 pm after reports of a stabbing. Officers, along […]
Birmingham Man Sentenced for Abusive Emails Sent to MP Jess Phillips
A Birmingham man has been sentenced to 12 weeks in custody after sending abusive and threatening emails to MP Jess Phillips, including telling her “hell is real, and you will burn.” Nabil Arif, 36, of Warwick Road, Birmingham, was sentenced on Monday, 9 September 2024, at Birmingham Magistrates’ Court. He has also been issued a […]
Former Thames Valley Police Call Handler Jailed After Admitting to Corruption
A former Thames Valley Police (TVP) call handler has been sentenced to 34 months in prison after admitting to charges of corruption in connection with an organised crime group. Catherine Arrol, 29, pleaded guilty in May to three counts of participating in the criminal activities of an organised crime group and four charges of misconduct […]
Avon and Somerset Police Officer Charged with Causing Death by Dangerous Driving
An Avon and Somerset Police officer has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). The 38-year-old police constable is set to appear at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 12 September, facing charges under the Road Traffic Act 1988. The officer is charged with […]
SFO Seizes 12 Suspected Luxury Watches in Connection to £76 Million Care Home Fraud Investigation
The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has seized 12 potentially luxury watches during a search warrant executed at a property in Dorset on 03 September 2024. The operation is part of an ongoing investigation into a suspected £76 million care home fraud involving the collapsed Carlauren Group. The watches, which include prestigious brands such as Patek […]
Scotland’s Only Oil Refinery to Close, 400 Jobs at Risk
Scotland’s last remaining oil refinery, located in Grangemouth, is set to close early next year, resulting in the loss of 400 jobs. The decision, which had been announced last year, comes despite efforts from both local government officials and unions to extend the refinery’s life. The closure will reduce the number of UK oil refineries […]
17-Year-Old Arrested in Connection with Cyber Attack on TfL
A 17-year-old male has been arrested in connection with a cyber attack on Transport for London (TfL), which compromised the personal data of thousands of customers. The teenager was detained in Walsall on suspicion of offences under the Computer Misuse Act, following the cyber security incident that began on 1 September 2024. TfL has confirmed […]
Four Arrested and Vehicles Seized in Major Police Operation at Port of Dover
Four suspected thieves have been arrested and seven vehicles seized during a coordinated police operation at the Port of Dover, targeting stolen goods and vehicles. The operation, which involved officers from Kent Police, Port of Dover Police, Thames Valley Police, and Sussex Police, aimed to inspect vehicles leaving the country and recover stolen plant and […]
A Medway sex offender who repeatedly targeted a vulnerable child has received 17 years’ imprisonment
Stephen Pyle was living in Chatham in 1998 and encouraged young children to visit his address when they played truant from school. Alcohol and drugs were available at the property and Pyle started to groom one of the youngsters. He gave them massages that over time became increasingly indecent. He went on to commit multiple […]