Leeds left to burn for hours as riot police are driven out and only returned to restore order at 1am after a patrol car is tipped over an…
Terrified residents took to the streets of Leeds to defend their homes after ‘violent’ thugs drove riot police out and set the city ablaze in a night of chaos. Night of Chaos Harehills, east Leeds, was engulfed in chaos early yesterday evening following an outbreak of ‘serious disorder’ that saw bonfires lit across the city, […]
Bedford Man Convicted for Raping 13-Year-Old Boy in Worthing
Thomas Crabtree, a 35-year-old man from Sundew Close in Bedford, has been convicted at court after grooming a 13-year-old boy on Snapchat and driving to Worthing to rape him.
Crabtree, posing as a user called “Will,” contacted the young victim on Snapchat and repeatedly sent him sexually explicit images. On April 3, 2023, Crabtree arranged to meet the boy in Worthing, picking him up in his car. He then drove the boy to a remote area near Goring Gap in Worthing, where he raped him.
Following the assault, Crabtree drove the boy around in silence before dropping him off in Worthing and returning to Bedford. The victim endured an ordeal lasting several hours.
Snapchat data later revealed that Crabtree had blocked the victim and deleted all messages between them before attempting to make contact again the following month. The victim reported the incident to the police, and he and his family have been receiving specialist support throughout the court process.
Crabtree was identified thro..
American Airlines Delays All Flights Over Mystery ‘Windows Communication’ Problems, Sparking Chaos
American Airlines has delayed all flights due to mysterious communication issues, causing widespread chaos and frustration among passengers. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) status page confirmed the carrier issued a ground stop notice early on Friday. While American Airlines has yet to release an official statement on the matter, passengers have flooded social media […]
Border Force Returns Migrant Boat to France for the First Time in History After Refugee Dies in the Channel
In an unprecedented move, a British Border Force vessel has returned a migrant boat back to France following a tragic incident where a refugee died in the Channel. This marks the first time in history that such an action has been taken by the UK. The boat, which was rescued by a British vessel, was […]
Doncaster man jailed after targeting vulnerable young girl online and sending her sexual messages
A Doncaster man who used social media apps to target and communicate with a vulnerable child with learning difficulties has been jailed. Mehmet Yumusak’s offending came to light after the victim’s mother reported to police that her 13-year-old daughter had been speaking to an older man called MT on the TikTok and Likee apps. In […]
Local Police Officers Support Young Entrepreneurs at Lemonade Stand
In a heartwarming display of community spirit, three local police officers took a break from their duties to support young entrepreneurs at a neighbourhood lemonade stand. Corporal Shaw, Officer Rivera, and Officer Hostetler were spotted enjoying handmade, refreshing lemonade on a sunny afternoon. The officers, known for their dedication to community engagement, couldn’t resist the […]
Millions of Brits to Receive Tax Refund Letters from HMRC After System Errors
Millions of UK residents could be in for a pleasant surprise this summer as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) prepares to send out letters notifying them of tax refunds due to system errors. An estimated 7.5 million people could receive these letters, known as P800 forms, which detail overpayments of tax that are now set […]
Eleventh man sentenced for his part in the death of Fidel Glasgow
Another man has been jailed for his part in the violent disorder which led to the death of Fidel Glasgow in 2018. Idris Rahman, 26, was jailed for two years and two months at Coventry Crown Court on Monday. This is following his conviction earlier this year for violent disorder. The sentencing of Rahman, of […]
Four men who admitted cocaine supply offences in Corby and beyond have been jailed for a total of almost 13 years
The illegal enterprise was run by Alexander McConnell, aged 59, who was helped to sell wholesale quantities of the Class A drug by accomplices Edward Shephard, aged 40, also known as Ted, and Darren Lafferty, aged 50, to customers including James Davis, aged 35, and Marcus Brown, aged 65. An investigation into the men’s activities […]
A businessman strangled his wife to death so he could claim her life insurance and pay off spiralling debts
Robert Hammond, known as James, murdered Sian Hammond at their home in Primes Corner, Histon, near Cambridge, on 29 October last year. The court heard Hammond had growing debts of more than £300,000 and had spent months lying and creating excuses to delay payments to HMRC and a financial company. The life cover was worth […]
A businessman strangled his wife to death so he could claim her life insurance and pay off spiralling debts – (ID 1396805)
Robert Hammond, known as James, murdered Sian Hammond at their home in Primes Corner, Histon, near Cambridge, on 29 October last year. The court heard Hammond had growing debts of more than £300,000 and had spent months lying and creating excuses to delay payments to HMRC and a financial company. The life cover was worth […]
A businessman strangled his wife to death so he could claim her life insurance and pay off spiralling debts – (ID 1396805)
Robert Hammond, known as James, murdered Sian Hammond at their home in Primes Corner, Histon, near Cambridge, on 29 October last year. The court heard Hammond had growing debts of more than £300,000 and had spent months lying and creating excuses to delay payments to HMRC and a financial company. The life cover was worth […]
Woman Given Suspended Sentence for Accidentally Killing Child with Poisonous Gas
A woman from Tower Hamlets, London, has been given a suspended sentence for accidentally causing the death of her 11-year-old neighbour, Fatiha Sabrin, with poisonous gas she imported illegally to exterminate bedbugs in her flat. Jesmin Akter, 34, brought aluminium phosphide into the UK from Italy without a license to deal with a bedbug infestation […]
Ammo Vending Machines with Facial Recognition Technology Debut in U.S. Grocery Stores
Innovative yet controversial ammunition vending machines equipped with facial recognition technology are making their way into grocery stores across the United States. Spearheaded by American Rounds, these machines promise to revolutionize the way consumers purchase ammunition. Grant Magers, CEO of American Rounds, touts the convenience and safety of these vending machines. “Our approach offers a […]
Serious Disorder Incident in Harehills Police issue statement
Police are actively managing a serious disorder incident in the Harehills area this evening, with a significant number of public order officers deployed to the location. The situation remains ongoing, and authorities are working diligently to restore order. In response to the disorder, specialist public order resources have been called in to address the situation […]
Fire Crews Respond to Smouldering Cooling Unit in Downham
Fire crews were called to a three-story mixed-use building on Downham Way, Downham after a cooling unit in the basement began to smoulder yesterday evening. At approximately 6:13 PM on July 17, fire crews from Lee Green, Lewisham, and Eltham were dispatched to the scene. Around 15 firefighters and three fire engines responded to the […]
Seven Men Jailed for Over 150 Years After Fatal Shooting of Kai McGinley in Erith
Seven men have been sentenced to a total of more than 150 years in prison for the murder of 24-year-old Kai McGinley in Erith. The sentences were handed down after a jury heard how McGinley was shot dead following a deliberate car ramming on Pembroke Road last February. The incident occurred around 8:45 PM when […]
Man Shot Dead in Kirkby: Police Appeal for Witnesses
Detectives are continuing to appeal for information following the fatal shooting of a man in Kirkby yesterday, Wednesday 17 July. At around 6.35pm, we received a report from North West Ambulance Service that a 36-year-old man had been shot on Quarryside Drive. We can now confirm that he is Rikki Berry from Kirkby. Officers attended […]
