Remembering PC Andrew Harper
Today marks six years since PC Andrew Harper tragically lost his life in the line of duty. Andrew sustained fatal injuries after being struck and dragged by a vehicle while responding to a reported burglary. Our thoughts are with his wife Lissie, his family, friends, and colleagues at Thames Valley Police, who continue to feel […]
M4 Closed Eastbound in Berkshire Following Serious Collision
A serious collision has forced the closure of the M4 eastbound between Junction 13 (Chieveley Interchange – Newbury, Oxford A34) and Junction 12 (Theale Interchange – Reading (W) A4). Emergency services, including Thames Valley Police, South Central Ambulance Service, Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue, and National Highways Traffic Officers, remain at the scene. The road […]
Police Appeal After Woman Raped in Reading Park
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 30s was raped in Beresford Park, Reading, in the early hours of Friday morning (8 August). The attack happened between 1:00am and 1:30am in the park, which is located off Beresford Road. The victim, who was known to her attacker, is receiving specialist […]
Three Men Injured in Reading Town Centre Knife Attack – Attempted Murder Arrest Made
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three men were injured in a knife attack in Reading town centre in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police confirmed the teenager has since been discharged, while the other two victims remain in hospital receiving treatment. A 34-year-old man from Reading […]
Man Arrested After Attempted Kidnap of Two Young Children in Oxford City Centre
A 39-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted kidnap after allegedly trying to lure two young children away from their guardians in Oxford city centre. Edward Mundy, leader of the Oxford Community Independent Group on Oxford City Council, described the incident as “hugely distressing” but stressed that such events are “very rare” […]
Police Investigate Serious Assault in Reading Park — Forensic Teams on Scene
Police have launched a serious investigation in Reading this afternoon after an incident in a local park — believed to be a rape — prompted a heavy emergency services response and the presence of forensics. Thames Valley Police have been contacted for a full statement. A response is pending. Witnesses sought Members of […]
Tribute to Aaliyah Hancock, 19, Killed in Milton Keynes Collision
Tribute to Aaliyah Hancock, 19, Killed in Milton Keynes Collision Overview Aaliyah Hancock was killed in a collision at the junction of Simpson Drive and Groveway on Sunday, July 20. Emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of a pedestrian being hit by a Volkswagen Passat. Despite their efforts, Aaliyah was sadly pronounced dead […]
Image Released in Castle Quay Voyeurism Investigation – Thames Valley Police Appeal for Information
Default Heading H1 Thames Valley Police has issued an urgent public appeal after a disturbing voyeurism incident at Castle Quay shopping centre earlier this summer. Between 5:00pm and 5:45pm on Monday, 2 June 2025, a male offender is alleged to have used an electronic recording device to film a man in his mid-thirties under a […]
Two Young Men Killed in Fatal Three-Vehicle Crash in High Wycombe
Default Heading H1 Two young men have tragically died following a three-car collision at a roundabout in High Wycombe, Thames Valley Police have confirmed. The crash occurred at around 7.40pm on Thursday, 24 July, on Daws Hill Lane at the junction with Kennedy Avenue. The vehicles involved were a black Audi, a grey VW Polo, […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing Diabetic Teen Sophie Kaitlyn — Believed to Be in London After Snapchat Contact
Default Heading H1 A desperate search is underway for Sophie Kaitlyn, a teenage girl missing for three days, amid growing fears for her safety after it was revealed she may have travelled to London to meet someone she contacted via Snapchat. Her mother, Sadie Parker, shared a heartfelt plea on social media, saying: “🚫 MISSING […]
Police Release Images After Oxford Affray Leaves One Man Injured
Default Heading H1 Thames Valley Police have released two images of a man they believe may have vital information regarding an incident of affray that occurred in Cowley, Oxford in April. The incident took place between 10:40pm and 11:00pm on Sunday, 27 April 2025, outside the Cowley Convenience Store at Templars Square, Barns Road. A […]
Met Police Mourns Former Commissioner Lord Ian Blair Following His Death Aged 71
Default Heading H1 The Metropolitan Police is mourning the loss of Lord Ian Blair, a former Commissioner and one of the most influential figures in modern British policing, who sadly passed away on Wednesday, July 9, following an illness. He was 71 years old. Lord Blair began his career in policing in 1974, joining the […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing Woman Lauren ‘Ronnie’ from Wantage
Default Heading H1 A heartfelt public appeal has been launched to help find 24-year-old Lauren, also known as Ronnie, who has now been missing for over 24 hours. Her family are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare and are urging anyone who may have seen her in the past 48 hours to come forward. Family’s […]
Teenager Sexually Assaulted in Reading Town Centre Churchyard
Default Heading H1 Police have launched an urgent investigation after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted in the churchyard of Reading Minster, located in St Mary’s Butts, in the early hours of Saturday morning. The scene, in the heart of Reading town centre, was cordoned off following the attack. A forensic investigation is now underway. […]
Man Jailed for £40,000 Distraction Theft Spree Targeting Elderly Across Surrey and Beyond
Default Heading H1 A serial thief who targeted elderly shoppers in a string of distraction thefts across Surrey and surrounding counties has been jailed for more than two years. Claudiu Marcu, 51, of London, was sentenced to two years and four months in prison at St Albans Crown Court on 19 June 2025. He pleaded […]
Oldham Man Convicted of Brutally Murdering Estranged Wife in Bradford City Centre
Default Heading H1 A man from Oldham has been found guilty of murdering his estranged wife, Kulsuma Akter, in a brutal daylight knife attack as she pushed her baby in a pram through Bradford city centre last April. Attack Caught on CCTV West Yorkshire Police said Masum was captured on CCTV committing the attack […]
Three Prisoners Escape from HMP Springhill: Public Urged Not to Approach
Here is a Google News–style formatted article based on your content, complete with SEO enhancements: Who Are the Escaped Prisoners? Jason MacDonagh, 34 White male, 5ft 9ins, medium build Ginger hair and facial hair Last seen wearing grey tracksuit trousers and a white vest Barney Casey, 24 White male, 5ft 9ins, small […]
Police Appeal After Indecent Exposure Outside Milton Keynes Medical Centre
Default Heading H1 Thames Valley Police have launched an urgent witness appeal following an indecent exposure incident outside a busy medical centre in Pennyland, Milton Keynes. The incident occurred at approximately 12:28pm on Friday, 13 June, outside the Sovereign Medical Centre on Sovereign Drive. A woman in her forties was approached by two men, one […]
