London Ambulance Service Records Fastest Emergency Response Times in Years

The London Ambulance Service (LAS) has achieved its fastest response times in years for life-threatening emergencies, according to new figures released today by NHS England. In April 2025, crews reached Category one patients—those suffering cardiac arrests, respiratory failure, or other life-threatening conditions—quicker than at any point since April 2022. Today’s figures are testament to a […]
Southwark Shoplifter with 73 Offences Fined for £130 Boots Theft in Waterloo

Stephen Armstrong, a Southwark man with 73 prior offences, has been fined for stealing £130 from Boots in Waterloo. His defence blamed his brother—who was in prison.
Major Fire Erupts at Walthamstow Block of Flats – 15 Fire Engines at Scene

A major fire is underway at a block of flats in Walthamstow. Fifteen fire engines and aerial ladders are on scene as firefighters battle the blaze on Collendale Road.
Man Arrested Following Early Morning Rape Report in Bexleyheath

A man has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an incident on Devonshire Road, Bexleyheath. Police say no other suspects are being sought. Enquiries continue.
Witness Appeal After Bus and Car Collision on Odstock Road, Salisbury

Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a collision involving a car and a bus on Odstock Road, Salisbury. A woman was taken to hospital. Dash cam footage sought.
Live Updates: Multiple Fire Crews Tackle Rooftop Blaze in Walthamstow

Firefighters respond to a rooftop fire on Collendale Road, Walthamstow. Multiple calls prompted a high-rise fire response. No injuries reported at this stage.
Mullane’s Non-Appearance Raises Questions

Margaret Mullane skips court over child death case
Gravesend Man Jailed for Assaulting Woman in Repeated Violent Attacks

Eddie Ives, 41, of Gravesend, has been jailed for over two years after attacking the same woman twice. The violent offender breached his court order and left the victim injured.
Police Release CCTV in Appeal After Two Kittens Tortured and Killed in Ruislip

Met Police release CCTV footage and appeal for help after two kittens were tortured and killed in Ruislip. Public urged to help identify two teenage suspects.
Major Coventry Drug Trafficking Ring Dismantled — Six Men Jailed for Over 60 Years

Six men from Coventry have been jailed for over 60 years after police dismantled a major drug trafficking ring as part of Operation Target. Cocaine, weapons, and cash were seized.
Birmingham Man Fined After Lying to Security Regulator in Licence Appeal

Alam Ahroon of Birmingham has been fined after submitting a fake reference to the SIA in a bid to overturn a licence refusal. The SIA warns of the risks to public safety.
Man Who Threw Teen Girl Off Balcony After Rejection Loses Appeal Against Sentence

Yusef Ali, jailed for throwing an 18-year-old girl off a fourth-floor balcony after she rejected him, has lost his appeal. Judges ruled the conviction remains safe.
Urgent Appeal: CCTV Image Released After Violent Waltham Cross Station Robbery

British Transport Police release CCTV after a violent robbery at Waltham Cross station on 19 April. Public urged to help identify the suspect.
Three Arrested After Stolen Car Recovered Near Canterbury

Three people were arrested after police recovered a stolen car in Canterbury. The vehicle failed to stop on the A2 and was intercepted near Faversham.
Martin Lewis Urges Energy Customers to Check for Bill Credit Refunds — Today Is the Best Day

Martin Lewis urges UK energy customers on direct debit to check for bill credit refunds. You may be owed hundreds — and today is the best day to act.
Snodland Sex Offender Jailed After Surprise Inspection Uncovers Child Abuse Videos

Sex offender Roger Crabtree has been jailed after Kent Police found child abuse videos during a surprise inspection at his Snodland home. He breached a court order.
Elderly Woman in Critical Condition After Maidstone Van Collision

A woman in her 70s is in critical condition after being hit by a reversing van in Maidstone. Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
South London Man in Court After XL Bully Dogs Kill Pet in Brighton Attack

Dean Bryce, 52, of South Norwood, has pleaded guilty after two XL Bully dogs under his control fatally mauled a small dog and injured a woman in Brighton. Sentencing is set for May 30.