Suspected Grenade Find in Orpington: Residents Evacuated as Police Investigate

Suspected Grenade Find in Orpington: Residents Evacuated as Police Investigate

A large-scale police operation is underway in Orpington this evening following the discovery of a suspected grenade at a residential address. The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) has initiated an evacuation of the premises at Willow Close after the ordnance device was found. The incident was reported at approximately 8pm on Thursday, August 29, 2024. In […]

Arrests Made Following Threats to Steal Motorcycle in Hailsham

Arrests Made Following Threats to Steal Motorcycle in Hailsham

Police have arrested two additional suspects in connection with a series of motorcycle thefts in East Sussex, following a report of threats to steal a motorcycle in Hailsham on Wednesday, August 28.

Officers from the Specialist Enforcement Unit (SEU) responded swiftly to the incident, and after a brief pursuit, two suspects were identified. Both men resisted arrest, with one officer being struck in the face during the altercation.

A 23-year-old man was subsequently found and arrested on suspicion of multiple offenses, including theft of a motor vehicle, arson, escaping lawful custody, and assaulting an emergency worker. The following day, on Thursday, August 29, an 18-year-old man was also located and arrested on suspicion of theft of a motor vehicle. Both suspects remain in custody as investigations continue.

Man to Appear in Court Over Attack on Mussie Imnetu During Notting Hill Carnival

Man to Appear in Court Over Attack on Mussie Imnetu During Notting Hill Carnival

Omar Wilson, 31, of Napier Road, Leytonstone, is set to appear in Westminster Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Friday, 30 August) in connection with the attack on Mussie Imnetu near the Notting Hill Carnival on Monday night. Wilson was arrested in the early hours of Wednesday morning on suspicion of attempted murder. On Thursday, Wilson was formally […]

Man Sentenced for Air Navigation Offences After Dangerous Drone Activity

Man Sentenced for Air Navigation Offences After Dangerous Drone Activity

Thomas Ling, 34, of Main Road, Brothertoft, has been fined and ordered to have his drone equipment destroyed after pleading guilty to multiple air navigation offences at Boston Magistrates Court on Wednesday, August 28. Ling’s illegal drone flights posed a significant threat to air safety, leading to a serious investigation by Lincolnshire Police. Flying drones […]

A249 Road Closures Planned for Grovehurst Roundabout Due to New Bridge Installation

A249 Road Closures Planned for Grovehurst Roundabout Due to New Bridge Installation

Motorists travelling on the A249 near Grovehurst Roundabout at Iwade should be prepared for significant road closures as work continues to install a new bridge. The Sittingbourne-bound carriageway will be closed tonight (Thursday) from 8 PM until 5 AM tomorrow (Friday) as part of the ongoing construction efforts. This closure is an addition to the […]

People Smuggler Convicted After 7 Migrants Found in Overheated Lorry Compartment

People Smuggler Convicted After 7 Migrants Found in Overheated Lorry Compartment

A people smuggler who endangered the lives of seven migrants by cramming them into a tiny, overheated compartment in his lorry has been convicted today at Lewes Crown Court. Anas Al Mustafa, 43, was found guilty of facilitating the breach of UK immigration law after ferry staff discovered the migrants desperately calling for help at […]

Man Convicted in Fatal Stabbing at Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate

Man Convicted in Fatal Stabbing at Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate

A 68-year-old man Alder Willis has been found guilty of the murder of Andrew Darn, 35, following a trial at Newcastle Crown Court. The incident, which occurred on March 27 this year, stemmed from a long-standing dispute over parking between neighbouring businesses at the Tyne Tunnel Trading Estate. Willis, a business owner, and Darn, an […]

Three Men Plead Guilty to Arson and Bus Fire in Harehills

Three Men Plead Guilty to Arson and Bus Fire in Harehills

Three men from Leeds have pleaded guilty to charges related to setting fire to a bus and causing violent disorder in the Harehills area of the city. The incident took place on July 18, and all three will be sentenced at Leeds Crown Court on October 1.  Three men have pleaded guilty to arson and […]