Underground Power Cable Explosion in Walthamstow Causes Fire and Disruption
A dramatic incident unfolded on Lea Bridge Road in Walthamstow as an underground power cable explosion led to a fire, triggering an immediate response from the London Fire Brigade (LFB). Smoke was seen billowing from beneath the pavement, prompting concerns for public safety and significant traffic disruption in the area. The LFB spokesman stated, “We […]
Ashford United FC Mourns the Loss of Young Player Felix Stevens
Ashford United Football Club is in mourning following the tragic passing of one of its young stars, Felix Stevens, who was just nine years old. The club made the sorrowful announcement last night, confirming that Felix sadly passed away over the weekend. Felix, a vibrant and talented member of Ashford United’s under-10s team, attended Kennington […]
Twenty-four arrests during knife crime crackdown
Police have arrested 24 suspects and seized more than 100 potential weapons during a week of action to tackle knife crime. Kent Police took part in Operation Sceptre between Monday 13 November and Sunday 19 November 2023, which saw forces around the country use a range of measures to detect those carrying knives and recover […]
Large Fire at Greenwich Industrial Depot, 70 Firefighters Respond
A significant fire broke out at an industrial depot in Greenwich, South London, prompting a massive response from the London Fire Brigade (LFB). The incident, which started around 11.20 am today, November 23, has brought 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines to the scene at Horn Lane. The fire, which is reported to have begun […]
UPDATED: Major Incident declared as Fire Erupts in Reading Town Centre Near Train Station
A massive fire broke out this morning in Reading town centre, creating an alarming scene with thick black smoke billowing from an under-construction building. The fire, which started around 11:38 am, is located close to Reading train station, causing widespread concern among locals. Shocking images and videos shared on social media show the severity of […]
UPDATED: Major Incident declared as Fire Erupts in Reading Town Centre Near Train Station
A massive fire broke out this morning in Reading town centre, creating an alarming scene with thick black smoke billowing from an under-construction building. The fire, which started around 11:38 am, is located close to Reading train station, causing widespread concern among locals. Shocking images and videos shared on social media show the severity of […]
Girl suffers serious injuries in collision with van in Swindon
A 13-year-old girl sustained serious injuries in a collision with a van in Swindon yesterday evening (22/11). At around 5pm, we responded to reports that a pedestrian had been involved in a collision with a van in Cheney Manor Industrial Estate near the B4006 roundabout. The girl suffered serious injuries which are not thought to […]
Major Fire Breaks Out Near Reading Town Centre
A significant fire erupted near Reading town centre today, generating large plumes of smoke that were visible across the area. The fire, which was first reported after 11 am on Thursday, November 23, is believed to have originated from a building site close to Station Hill, not far from where a similar incident occurred in […]
A woman in her 80’s fighting for her life: Police have arrested a 63-year-old man following the life-changing Collision in Ashford
The incident, involving a blue Ford Kuga and a pedestrian, happened at 5.10pm on Wednesday 22 November 2023 on Kennington Road, at the junction with the William Harvey Hospital. Patrols and South East Coast Ambulance Service attended the scene where the road was closed for several hours and the pedestrian, a woman in her 80s, […]
A suspected county line dealer is due in court after he was arrested with almost £4,000 in Gillingham
On Tuesday 21 November 2023, officers were on patrol in the town centre when they saw a man they suspected was involved on the supply of controlled drugs. He was stopped inside a shop in Rock Avenue and detained for a search. The constables seized a mobile phone, plus £3,924 in cash and the suspect […]