Have You Seen Missing Robert Lawrence from Andover?
Police are urgently appealing for help from the public to locate Robert Lawrence, 39, who has been reported missing from the Launcelot Close area of Andover. Robert was last seen at around 11:30pm on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, and concerns are growing rapidly for his welfare. Officers say they have been conducting extensive enquiries to […]
Armed Police Respond to Stabbing Above Cricklewood Shisha Grill as Attacker Remains at Large
A man is on the run following a stabbing that took place in a residential flat above the Shisha Grill, located on the corner of Broadway and Mora Road, in Cricklewood. The incident occurred late on Wednesday night, 6th August 20225 prompting a significant police response after initial reports suggested the suspect may still have […]
Heritage Tensions at the Montreal Arms: A Developer Seeks to Strip Iconic Tiles Ahead of Renovation
Brighton’s Montreal Arms, known for its distinctive green-glazed tile façade, is once again at the centre of a preservation dispute. Property owner and developer Charlie Southall is seeking permission to remove all remaining original tiles from the building as part of a long-delayed renovation, stating that replicas would be installed if required. The issue dates […]
Bulkington Man Jailed for Killing Grandfather and Attacking Two Others in Violent Outburst
A Bulkington man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with a further two years on licence after launching a violent rampage that resulted in the death of his grandfather and injuries to two others. Jakob Walpole, 33, was convicted at Warwick Crown Court of manslaughter, actual bodily harm (ABH), common assault, and […]
Prolific Swindon Shoplifter Joshua Moss Jailed for Series of Offences
A prolific shoplifter who repeatedly targeted stores across Swindon and assaulted retail staff during his thefts has been jailed for 26 weeks. Joshua Moss, 31, of no fixed abode, appeared at Swindon Magistrates’ Court on Monday where he pleaded guilty to 14 counts of shoplifting and four counts of assault by beating. A further four […]
UK set for ‘one of the biggest drills in history’ in Emergency Alert test next month
The UK Government has confirmed that a nationwide emergency alert test will take place on Sunday, 7 September at 3pm, with all 4G and 5G connected mobile phones set to emit a loud siren and vibration for up to 10 seconds. The test is part of the Emergency Alerts system, designed to warn the public […]
Appeal Following Indecent Exposure Incident in Gravesend
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was arrested following an incident of indecent exposure in Perry Street, Gravesend. The incident is reported to have taken place at around 4pm on Tuesday, 5 August 2025, when it is alleged that the man committed an indecent act in public view. Suspect Arrested at the […]
Emergency Services Respond as Lorry Overturns in Wiltshire Village
Major Road Closure in Place A major emergency response is underway in a Wiltshire village this morning after a lorry overturned on the A354 Blandford Road in Coombe Bissett, near Salisbury. The crash occurred outside The Fox & Goose pub, with the vehicle understood to have been carrying grain, which has since spilled across the […]
Two Charged with Murder of Ayowale Aladejana in Targeted New Cross Attack
Two men have appeared at the Old Bailey accused of travelling from Bedford to South London with two young children in their car to carry out a fatal knife attack on 33-year-old Ayowale Aladejana. Ben Wazabanga and Ronique Belfon, both aged 23, are charged with the murder of Mr Aladejana, who was stabbed outside his […]
Motorcyclist Airlifted to Hospital After Serious Collision in Margate
Motorcyclist Airlifted to Hospital After Serious Collision in Margate Overview Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious road traffic collision in Westbrook Avenue, Margate, which left a motorcyclist with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred shortly before 4pm on Tuesday, 5 August, and involved a white Skoda Yeti and a black […]