Hampshire Chief Constable Scott Chilton Resigns Amid Investigation Into Relationship
Scott Chilton, Chief Constable of Hampshire Police, has resigned with immediate effect following revelations of an ongoing investigation into his personal conduct. The resignation comes just weeks after is was reported that Chilton was under scrutiny for a past undisclosed relationship with a junior officer. New Investigation Launched The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) […]
Investigation Launched After Death of Man Detained Under Mental Health Act
An investigation has been launched after a 70-year-old man, Andrew George Messum, suffered fatal head injuries while detained under the Mental Health Act at Whipps Cross Hospital in Leytonstone. Mr. Messum, a resident of St Albans Crescent, Woodford, was found collapsed on March 8, 2025. Following the collapse, a CT scan revealed severe brain injuries, […]
Police Issue Urgent Warning Against Open Water Swimming Following Teenager’s Tragic Drowning
Police have issued a stark warning about the dangers of swimming in open water during hot weather after the tragic death of 15-year-old Izaiah Smith, who drowned in a lake at Beckenham Place Park on Friday, April 4. Tragic Incident Highlights Dangers Izaiah, a talented young footballer, was pulled from the lake around 10:45 pm […]
Rachel Reeves Reassures Jaguar Land Rover Staff Amid Market Turmoil Over Trump’s Tariffs
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has offered reassurance to workers at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), pledging that Labour will “have their back” amid the ongoing fallout from Trump’s tariffs on British car imports to the United States. During a visit to JLR’s headquarters in Coventry today, Reeves addressed concerns over the 25% tariff imposed by the Trump administration […]
Former Police Officer Paul Brown Appears in Court on Rape and Controlling Behaviour Charges
A 57-year-old man from Corby, Paul Brown, appeared in court today facing serious charges, including rape and controlling behaviour. The case has sent shockwaves through the local community, especially after it emerged that Brown is a former police officer who served with both Northamptonshire Police and the Metropolitan Police Service. The Charges Against Paul Brown […]
Police Issue Most Wanted Appeal for Freddie Nicholls
Police are urgently appealing for information to locate Freddie Nicholls, who is wanted on a court warrant. Known Connections Nicholls is known to have links to the Swale, Medway, and Maidstone areas. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any sightings or information immediately. How to Help If you see Freddie Nicholls […]
Multi-Vehicle Collision Closes A27 Eastbound in West Sussex
The A27 in West Sussex has been closed eastbound between the A270 (Holmbush) and A293 (Hangleton) following a multi-vehicle collision. Emergency Response and Traffic Management Emergency services are currently at the scene, alongside National Highways service providers, who are assisting with traffic management. Authorities have advised road users to expect delays and plan alternative routes […]
Person Dies After Falling Unwell at Eltham Park South
A person has tragically died after falling unwell at Eltham Park South in Glenesk Road earlier this morning. Emergency services were called to the popular park at 8.02 am following reports of a person collapsing. London Ambulance Service responded promptly, dispatching an ambulance crew, an advanced paramedic, a paramedic in a fast response car, and […]
Police Appeal After Multiple Burglaries in Swindon’s Stratton St Margaret
Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses following a series of burglaries in the Stratton St Margaret area of Swindon. Details of the Incidents The burglaries took place on March 27 between 4:49 am and 6:10 am, with a total of seven offences reported in the Gayton Way and Weedon Road areas. During the break-ins, items […]
Silvertown Tunnel Opens, Transforming Cross-River Travel in London
The long-awaited Silvertown Tunnel, connecting east and south London, officially opened today. The 1.4km tunnel, which links Newham to the Greenwich Peninsula, is set to significantly reduce congestion and improve travel times across the River Thames. A Decade in the Making First announced in 2012, the project was delivered by Transport for London (TfL) and […]