A man who denied attacking his partner was caught red-handed after she managed to secretly record some of the abuse
David Barrett, 40, was reported to police on 7 September by a relative of the victim who said he had hurt her. Officers visited the house where the pair lived and established Barrett had attacked the woman after an argument, grabbing her by the neck. The argument stemmed from her doing something he did not […]
Serious Collision Leads to Road Closure on A2 near Gravesend, Kent
A2 both ways between B262 Pepperhill and A2260 Springhead near Gravesend, Kent A serious collision has occurred on the A2 near Gravesend, Kent, resulting in the closure of the road Londonbound. Emergency services, including Kent Police, Kent Fire and Rescue Service, and South East Coast Ambulance, are currently at the scene to respond to the […]
Man Charged after woman seriously assaulted by a man wielding an axe
A 56-year-old man has been charged in connection with a serious assault that occurred earlier this week on Boothferry Road in Goole. Anthony McDonald, residing on Ascot Avenue, Cantley, Doncaster, faces charges of attempted murder and possession of a bladed article. Following his arrest, McDonald appeared at Hull Magistrates Court this morning, Friday 5 April, […]
Changes to London Bus Schedules Announced for April
As London’s transportation landscape evolves, Transport for London (TfL) has announced several changes to bus schedules set to take effect from the first weekend in April. These adjustments aim to optimize service, align with the Mayor’s Transport Strategy, and enhance the overall commuting experience for passengers. TfL buses play a crucial role in the city’s […]
Man Wanted by CrimeStoppers for Alleged Threats to Stab Housing Officer
Patrick Thomas, a man accused of threatening to stab a housing officer, has been placed on CrimeStoppers’ most wanted list. The incident reportedly occurred at Peckham Library on February 5 of this year. Authorities are urging members of the public to assist in locating Thomas by providing any information they may have regarding his whereabouts. […]
Bromley Woman Jailed for 11 Years Over Fatal Crash After Passengers Were “Twerking”
A young woman from Bromley, Adele Okojie-Aidonojie, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after causing a fatal crash in Battersea that claimed the lives of a couple who were standing up “twerking” in the back of her convertible. The tragedy unfolded when 23-year-old Okojie-Aidonojie, under the influence of alcohol and driving at excessive […]
MP Reports Cyber Flashing and Malicious Communications
Luke Evans, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Bosworth in Leicestershire, has come forward as the victim of cyber flashing and malicious communications. Evans detailed the unnerving experience on his Facebook page, shedding light on the dangers faced by public figures in the digital age. According to Evans, he received unsolicited messages from two different […]
HMCTS Implements Listing Regime for Tribunal Hearings Over National Security Concerns
In response to national security concerns, His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has undertaken a comprehensive review of safety measures across the courts and tribunals estate. This review extends to locations where judicial hearings occur, including hospital and trust premises where HMCTS conducts mental health hearings. As part of this initiative, HMCTS has proactively […]
Metropolitan Police Officers and K-9 Partners Awarded for Heroic Actions
The Metropolitan Police Service is proud to announce the recognition of PC Colin Chappell and PC Dave Asquith, along with their dedicated police dogs Remus and Sherpa, for their outstanding performance in this year’s NPCC Police Dog Action of the Year Award. The prestigious award comes in recognition of a remarkable incident that occurred on […]
Critical Incident Declared at Chichester Hospital Due to Norovirus Outbreak
A critical incident has been declared at St Richard’s Hospital in Chichester, Sussex, following a norovirus outbreak that has severely impacted several wards. The outbreak has resulted in the closure of nearly 30 beds and the temporary suspension of visiting hours. George Findlay, the chief executive of University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, described the […]