Car Smashes into Telegraph Pole on Yorkshire Road, Mitcham – Bus Diversions in Place
Yorkshire Road in Mitcham has been partially blocked in both directions this evening following a crash involving a car colliding with a telephone pole. The incident occurred near Hertford Way, and the juction of Yorkshire Road. Emergency services were called to the scene after reports of a road traffic collision (RTC) involving a single vehicle […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Laura Donohue, 31, from Oakley near Basingstoke
Police have launched an urgent appeal to help locate Laura Donohue, a 31-year-old woman missing from Oakley, near Basingstoke. Laura was last seen at 5.20pm today (Saturday, April 19) in the Oakley area, and officers are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare. She is described as: White Around 5ft 5ins tall With bright red hair […]
Police Appeal for Dash Cam Footage After Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Dartford Crossing
Essex Police have launched an appeal for witnesses and dash cam footage following a multi-vehicle collision that occurred near the Dartford Crossing. The crash happened at around midday on Friday (April 18) on the A282, just before the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge in Purfleet. Three vehicles were involved in the incident: a silver Mercedes, a […]
Armed Police Arrest Man Following Disturbance in Gravesend
A man has been arrested following a late-night disturbance in Gravesend which led to an armed police response. Kent Police were called at approximately 1am on Saturday, 19 April, to reports of a disturbance at a residential property on East Terrace, where it was believed a man inside may have been in possession of weapons. […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Patrol Car Rammed in Downton
Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a police car was deliberately rammed by a pickup truck in Downton during the early hours of Friday morning (April 18). The incident occurred at 12.35am on Downton High Street, when officers approached a bright yellow recovery-style pickup truck believed to be involved in an attempted vehicle […]
Man Arrested After Assaulting Staff and Spitting at Officer at Forest Gate Station
A man has been arrested after a violent outburst at Forest Gate station earlier today that saw staff and passengers assaulted, and a police officer spat in the face. The incident unfolded during the morning hours, according to eyewitness reports, prompting a swift response from British Transport Police (BTP). Officers attended the scene after receiving […]
Customer Suffers Stroke Upon Arrival at Da Nico Italian Restaurant – Staff Praised for Swift CPR Response
Staff at Da Nico Italian Restaurant have been praised for their quick-thinking actions after a customer suffered a stroke moments after walking through the door. The incident occurred earlier this week at the popular eatery, known for its welcoming atmosphere and traditional cuisine. As the customer entered, he suddenly collapsed, prompting immediate action from […]
Man Reportedly Hit by Train Between Staplehurst and Marden
Emergency services were called to the railway line between Staplehurst and Marden at around 9.40pm tonight following reports that a man had been struck by a train. The incident has led to major disruption on services running through the area, with trains halted and lines currently blocked in both directions as emergency crews attend […]
Desperate Hunt for Missing Children: Elise and Elliot Vanish from Banbury
Police have launched an urgent appeal for help locating two missing children who vanished from Banbury three days ago and may have travelled more than 20 miles from home. Elise and Elliot, both believed to be teenagers, were last seen on Wednesday, April 16, and are thought to be together. Thames Valley Police say they […]
IOPC Launches Investigation After Fatal Police Pursuit Crash in Croydon
An independent investigation has been launched following a fatal crash in Croydon that occurred after a police pursuit on the evening of Thursday, 18 April. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed it is investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, which involved a collision on Wickham Road, near the junction with Shirley Road, […]
More UK Residents Are Choosing Online Leisure Activities Than Ever Before
In recent years, UK residents have increasingly embraced online leisure activities, with many opting for digital pastimes such as streaming content, gaming, and social media. This shift towards online entertainment is being driven by a combination of technological advancements, changing lifestyles, and the overall convenience and accessibility of digital platforms. As people seek more flexible […]
Unusual Load on M1: Police Stop Lorry Carrying Van During Nationwide Road Safety Operation
Motorists on the M1 were met with a highly unusual sight earlier this month, when a large lorry was spotted carrying an entire van protruding awkwardly from its rear. The bizarre scene unfolded on the morning of April 2, during a pre-planned police initiative known as Operation Tramline—a national road safety campaign conducted in partnership […]
Man Killed After Being ‘Deliberately Run Over’ in Liverpool as Police Arrest Driver for Murder
A murder investigation is underway after a man was killed in a suspected deliberate hit-and-run in Woolton, Liverpool late on Friday night. Emergency services were called to a residential street at around 11.45pm on April 18 following reports that a 47-year-old man had been struck by a vehicle. He was rushed to hospital by paramedics, […]
Urgent Search Underway for Missing Teen and Family Dog in Leeds
Police have launched an urgent missing persons appeal for a 14-year-old girl who vanished after taking her family’s dog for a walk in Allerton Bywater, near Leeds. Isabella Hayward, known to her loved ones as Bella, was last seen around 12.30pm on Friday, April 19, when she left her home with the family’s sandy-coloured cockapoo, […]
Toddler Rushed to Hospital After Pitbull Attack at Birthday Party in Stockton-on-Tees
A toddler has been rushed to hospital with arm and head injuries after being attacked by a dog—believed to be a pitbull-cross—at a birthday party in Stockton-on-Tees. Emergency services were called to a property on Chopwell Close, in the Hardwick area, on Saturday afternoon following reports that a young child, aged between two and […]
A2 London-Bound Reopens After Four-Vehicle Crash Between Bean and M25 Junction 2
The A2 London-bound has fully reopened following a serious four-vehicle crash that caused major delays earlier today between Bean (B255) and junction 2 of the M25 (Darenth Interchange). The incident, which took place on the afternoon of Saturday, April 19, led to the complete closure of the carriageway for several hours while emergency services […]
Burglars Target Co-op Store in Harold Hill Overnight Raid
A Co-op store in Harold Hill was the target of a late-night burglary, prompting a police response and an ongoing investigation. Officers were called to the Co-op on Farnham Road just before midnight on Thursday (April 17) following reports of a suspected break-in. When police arrived at the scene, they discovered significant damage to […]
A2 Westbound Closed in Kent Following Serious Collision Involving Overturned Electric Vehicle
Motorists are facing long delays on the A2 westbound in Kent this evening following a serious collision that has resulted in the full closure of the carriageway between the B255 Bean Interchange and Junction 2 of the M25. The incident, which occurred earlier today, involved an overturned car—believed to be an electric vehicle—prompting safety […]
