Man jailed for distributing explicit images of children on dating app

A paedophile who distributed indecent images of children and possessed extreme animal pornography has been jailed. Adrian Harkin, 34, was imprisoned for two years and eight months at Nottingham Crown Court on Tuesday (January 21) after admitting eight offences. Harkin, formerly of Bath Street, Nottingham, was placed on the sex offenders register indefinitely and made […]
Dartford Teenager Charged with Drug Offences and Handling Stolen Motorbike

A 16-year-old from Dartford has been charged following an incident involving a stolen motorbike and drugs in Longfield. The motorbike was reported stolen from Bexley on January 18, after it was allegedly loaded into the back of a van. Two days later, police officers on patrol in Station Road spotted the motorbike being ridden on […]
Police Name Woman Who Died in Cornwall Collision

Police have named the woman who tragically died in a single-vehicle collision near St Teath in Cornwall on Wednesday, 15 January. Charlotte Herring, 33, from the Bodmin area, was pronounced dead at the scene after the crash occurred at around 9:50 PM on a rural road leading to Trelill from St Teath. Family Tribute Charlotte’s […]
Woman Dies Following Crash in Headcorn Village

A woman in her 80s has tragically died following a car crash in Headcorn village earlier today. Emergency services responded to the incident, which occurred near the junction of North Street and High Street, shortly before midday. Incident Details Kent Police confirmed they were called at 11:51 AM after a car collided with a bollard. […]
Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Collision on Erith Road, Belvedere

Emergency services are currently at the scene of a serious collision on Erith Road in Belvedere, which has left a pedestrian with significant injuries. Incident Details Police were called at 2:58 PM on Wednesday, 22 January, following reports of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian. Paramedics attended the scene, and the pedestrian […]
Northbound East Tunnel at Dartford Crossing Closed Following HGV Incident

The A282 Northbound East Tunnel at the Dartford Crossing is currently closed following an incident involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV). Motorists are advised to expect significant delays as traffic builds on approach. Diversion Information Vehicles exceeding 15ft 9in in height are being directed to divert via the M25 clockwise, while all other vehicles can […]
Emergency Services Respond to Gas Incident on Boulton Road, Dagenham

Emergency services were called to Boulton Road, Dagenham, just before 5 PM on Wednesday, following reports of a strong smell of gas in the area. Multiple casualties were reported at the scene, with individuals complaining of feeling unwell. The London Ambulance Service (LAS) is currently on-site attending to those affected. It is unclear at […]
Police Launch Manhunt for Absconded Detainee Clifford Taylor

The Metropolitan Police have launched a manhunt for Clifford Taylor, 44, who absconded from a detention centre in Stanmore earlier this morning. Taylor, who has a history of offending, including sexual assault, was last seen at 7:50 AM on January 22. Taylor was detained under a hospital order in November 2024, and police are urging […]
Beloved Dog ‘Anti,’ Star of After Life, Passes Away at 13

Fans of the critically acclaimed Netflix series After Life are mourning the loss of one of its most beloved stars, Anti, the German Shepherd who played Tony Johnson’s loyal dog, Brandy. Anti passed away at the age of 13, with the news confirmed by her trainers today. Anti’s role as Brandy in After Life, created […]
Woman in Critical Condition After Multi-Vehicle Crash on A346 Near Marlborough

A woman is in a life-threatening condition following a serious multi-vehicle collision on the A346 Salisbury Road near Marlborough. The incident occurred at around 1:15 PM yesterday (21 January) when a lorry, traveling towards Burbage, stopped to turn right at Browns Farm. Three vehicles slowed behind the lorry before a Kia Sorento collided with a […]