Redditch Man, 27, Tragically Dies After Drowning at Ensor’s Pool in Nuneaton
A man who drowned while swimming at Ensor’s Pool in Nuneaton has been named as 27-year-old Wojciech Berlan from Redditch. Emergency services were called to the beauty spot at around 12.24pm on Sunday (17 August) after reports that a man had disappeared beneath the water and failed to resurface for more than five minutes. Specialist […]
Appeal to Find Missing 13-Year-Old Lavinia from Ewell
Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace 13-year-old Lavinia, who has been reported missing from her home in Ewell. Lavinia was last seen on Saturday afternoon (16 August) and has links to Epsom and West Croydon. Officers believe she may currently be in the Tandridge area. She is described as: [block_2] 5ft 5in […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing Man Rodney, 47, in Marlborough
Police in Marlborough are urgently appealing for the public’s help to trace a missing man. [block_2] Rodney, 47, was last heard from at around 1.30pm on Sunday, 17 August, and his family are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare.
M11 Near Harlow closed after Motorcyclist Dies Following Serious Collision
A man has sadly died following a serious collision on the M11 near Harlow this afternoon (Sunday, 17 August 2025). Emergency services were called shortly before 3.50pm to reports of a collision involving a car and a motorbike on the southbound carriageway, close to Junction 7. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the motorbike rider was […]
Police are searching for a 13-year-old girl who has gone missing in her PJs and without shoes
Police are urgently appealing for help to trace 13-year-old Ebony, who has been reported missing in Swindon. She was last seen in the Pinehurst area of the town during the early hours of Sunday, 17 August 2025. Anyone who has seen Ebony or who may know of her whereabouts is urged to call police immediately […]
Huge Plumes of Smoke as Fruit Box Fire Erupts Near Rainham
Residents across Medway and beyond have reported seeing huge plumes of smoke in the sky after a fire broke out near Meresborough Road, Rainham, this evening. [block_2] Fire Crews at the Scene Multiple fire crews rushed to the scene after a large pile of fruit boxes caught alight in a field. Eyewitnesses said flames spread […]
Six Arrested at Canary Wharf Protest Outside Asylum Hotel
Six people have been arrested after anti-migrant demonstrations outside the Britannia International Hotel in Canary Wharf on Sunday (17 August). The Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrests in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), saying: “Six arrests so far: for breaching Section 14 Public Order conditions, possession of Class B drugs, and assaulting an emergency worker. […]
Three men arrested after murder of woman in Chadwell Heath
Police have arrested three men following the murder of a woman in Romford. Despite the efforts of paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, the victim – believed to be in her twenties – was pronounced dead at the scene. [block_2] Formal identification has not yet taken place, but her family have been informed and […]
Appeal After Toddler Killed in Fatal Whitstable Collision
Kent Police are appealing for witnesses, CCTV, and dashcam footage following a tragic collision in Whitstable that left a two-year-old child dead. Child Confirmed Deceased at the Scene Emergency services were called to the junction of Harbour Street and Cromwell Road at around 8.24pm on Saturday, 16 August 2025 after reports of a car colliding […]
Man stabbed at Gants Hill roundabout as police launch investigation
Police have launched an investigation after a man was stabbed at Gants Hill roundabout on Sunday lunchtime (17 August). The Metropolitan Police confirmed they were called shortly before 12pm to reports of a man injured at the busy roundabout, which connects to the A12 Eastern Avenue. Man taken to hospital Officers arrived at the scene […]
Witness Appeal After Fatal M23 Collision in Merstham
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision on the M23 in Merstham this morning (Sunday, 17 August). Officers were called shortly before 6.30am to reports of a collision in a layby involving the driver of a VW – who was outside his vehicle at the time – and the driver of an Audi. […]
Armed Police Arrest Three After Masked Men Scale Building in Kings Hill
Armed police rushed to Kings Hill in West Malling, Kent, after three men wearing balaclavas were seen scaling the roof of a disused building on Saturday evening. Kent Police said officers were called to Tower View, Kings Hill, at 3.31pm on Saturday, 16 August, following reports of a disturbance inside the premises. Several armed units, […]
Child in ‘Very Serious Condition’ After Car Smashes Through Barrier at Whitstable Car Park
A young child is fighting for their life after a serious crash at Gorrell Tank car park in Whitstable, which left three people injured. Emergency services were called to the car park, near the junction of Cromwell Road and Harbour Street, at around 8.15pm on Saturday, 16 August, after witnesses reported a vehicle ploughing through […]
Air France Flight Declares Emergency After Passenger Attacks Purser
An Air France flight bound for Senegal was forced to return to Paris after a violent incident involving a passenger and a senior crew member. Flight AF718, operated by a Boeing 777-300ER (registration F-GZNI), departed Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport on Saturday, 16 August at 17:24 CEST en route to Dakar. The aircraft was cruising […]
Surrey Police Launch Probe After Fatal Collision Involving Addison Lee Taxi on A23
A fatal collision involving an Addison Lee taxi has closed parts of the M23 and A23 this morning (Saturday 16 August), causing severe disruption for drivers heading towards London. Emergency services were called to the scene near Merstham shortly before 6.30am following reports of a serious crash. The M23 northbound carriageway remains closed between Junctions […]
South Croydon Collision Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries after being assaulted and hit by Van
Police have launched an investigation after a man was seriously injured in a road traffic collision in South End, Croydon on Saturday afternoon (16 August). Emergency services were called at around 4.10pm to reports of a collision involving a van and a 40-year-old man. We sent multiple resources to the scene, including an ambulance crew, […]
South Croydon Collision Man Suffers Life-Changing Injuries after being assaulted and hit by Van
Police have launched an investigation after a man was seriously injured in a road traffic collision in South End, Croydon on Saturday afternoon (16 August). Emergency services were called at around 4.10pm to reports of a collision involving a van and a 40-year-old man. We sent multiple resources to the scene, including an ambulance crew, […]
South Croydon Collision Person Taken to Major Trauma Centre
A person has been taken to hospital after a serious road traffic collision in South Croydon. Emergency services were called to South End, near Brighton Road, shortly after 4pm on Saturday, 16 August. The incident led to road closures in both directions, causing significant delays in the area. [block_2] A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said:
