Chinese Ship Yi Peng Under Investigation for Undersea Cable Damage
The Chinese vessel Yi Peng has emerged as the primary suspect in the ongoing investigation into the severing of two critical undersea telecom cables, which link Finland to Germany and Sweden to Lithuania. Authorities believe the ship’s movements directly coincide with the timing and location of the cable disruptions. Details of the Incidents The first […]
Bexley Council Launches Gritting Operations Ahead of Predicted Cold Weather
The London Borough of Bexley has announced its fleet of gritting vehicles will be out tonight to ensure the borough’s roads remain safe as temperatures drop. With cold weather and icy conditions forecast, the council is taking proactive steps to prevent accidents and disruptions. The gritting fleet will treat key routes across the borough, prioritizing […]
Edgware Road Station Closed Following Police Incident
Edgware Road Underground Station in Central London has been shut by police today (November 19), with a crime scene currently in place. Transport for London (TfL) confirmed the closure, stating, “This station is closed while we deal with a customer incident.” Details of the Incident The exact nature of the incident has not yet […]
Lorry Load Strikes Railway Bridge on A28 in Canterbury
A lorry’s load collided with a railway bridge on the A28 at Wincheap earlier today, causing significant disruption to traffic and raising concerns about potential damage to the bridge. Incident Details The incident occurred near Canterbury East Station, leaving the A28 blocked. Network Rail has been alerted and is en route to inspect the bridge […]
M25 Traffic Chaos After Crash Near Gravesend
The M25 is experiencing severe delays this evening after a crash on the A2 coastbound near the A227 Wrotham Road, close to Gravesend and Tollgate Services. What We Know: The collision has partially blocked the M25, causing severe delays and queueing traffic. Congestion has built up to around four miles, with traffic moving slowly […]
Farming Couple Stranded After Truck Stolen Ahead of Westminster Protest
A farming couple from Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, were left stranded in London after their truck was stolen just hours after arriving at their hotel ahead of the Westminster farmers’ protest. James and his partner, who travelled 150 miles with their baby to participate in the demonstration, discovered their Toyota Hilux truck missing from outside their […]
Wiltshire Police Seize £55,000 Worth of Illicit Vapes and Tobacco in Broadgreen Raids
Wiltshire Police, in collaboration with HMRC and Trading Standards, have executed a series of warrants in the Broadgreen area of Swindon, resulting in the arrest of five men and the seizure of over £55,000 worth of illicit vapes, tobacco, and alcohol. Raids Target Illegal Sales The operation, part of the ongoing Clear Hold Build initiative, […]
Police Appeal: Teenage Boy Missing from Malling Area
Police are appealing for the public’s help to locate 16-year-old Harley Jacobs, who has been reported missing from the Malling area. Description and Last Sighting Harley was last seen on Monday, 18 November 2024, and is described as: White 5ft 10ins tall Slim build Short brown hair Last seen wearing a navy-blue tracksuit and white […]
Cannabis and Cash Seized Following Arrests in Ashford
Police in Ashford have seized a significant quantity of cannabis, cash, and other items as part of ongoing efforts to tackle organised crime in the area. The operation unfolded on Saturday, 16 November 2024, when beat officers on patrol in the Stanhope area spotted a vehicle previously linked to drug dealing. The vehicle was tracked […]
Sittingbourne Paramedic Honoured for Bravery in Responding to Fatal Stabbing
A paramedic from Sittingbourne has been awarded for her courage and quick thinking during a violent incident outside the Queen’s Head pub in Boughton-under-Blean. Emma Bareham, a Hazardous Area Response Team (HART) paramedic with nearly seven years of experience, was en route to a callout in March when she was flagged down by a car […]