Mother appears in court charged with murder of 17-month-old daughter in Dudley
A mother has appeared in court charged with the murder of her 17-month-old daughter in Dudley. Faiza Hassan, 36, is accused of murdering the girl on 9 April 2023. West Midlands Police said officers were called to an address in Castle Hill, Dudley, by paramedics at around 5.20pm that day. The 17-month-old girl was later […]
Gunman jailed for 15 years after shooting and petrol bomb attack on County Durham home
A man has been jailed for 15 years after firing shots and throwing petrol bombs at a house in County Durham in an attack police said could have ended in tragedy. Iain Boddy, 44, of Bishop Auckland, targeted the property in Front Street, Burnhope, on Friday, 5 December 2025. Durham Constabulary was called at around […]
Five arrested after police stop car linked to vehicle thefts and uncover suspected ‘chop shop’
Five people have been arrested after police stopped a car in Wednesbury which officers said had been used in the theft of two vehicles. West Midlands Police’s Road Crime Team stopped the vehicle and carried out a search, during which officers discovered a machete and equipment believed to be used in vehicle thefts. All five […]
Heartbreaking tributes to mum, 52, killed at Nottinghamshire home
Heartbreaking tributes have been paid to a 52-year-old mother who was killed at her home in Nottinghamshire, with her family saying she had her “whole life ahead of her”. Anna Zukowska was discovered at her home in James Close, Ollerton, shortly before 8pm on Sunday, 6 September. Her two sons have described their mother as […]
Cash machine ripped from building linked to Essex funeral directors
A cash machine has been torn from a building connected to a funeral directors in Halstead, Essex, causing significant damage. Police were called following the incident at around 1.50am on Thursday, 10 September. When officers arrived, they found a vehicle believed to have been used in the incident still running at the scene. No arrests […]
Pedestrian dies after being struck by car on M42 as motorway remains closed
A pedestrian has died after being struck by a car on the M42, prompting a major police investigation and lengthy motorway closure. West Mercia Police were called to the westbound carriageway between junctions 3 and 2 at around 10.15pm on Thursday, 10 September, after a pedestrian was struck by a silver Vauxhall Insignia. The man […]
Woman in her 70s seriously injured in two-car crash on A30 near Yarcombe
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious Collision involving two cars on the A30 near Yarcombe. Emergency services were called to the A30 near Underdown Moor at around 1pm on Monday, 31 August, following reports of a collision involving two Citroen cars. A woman in her 70s, from near Exeter, suffered serious injuries and […]
Man admits killing brother who was stabbed at least 36 times at Worthing home
A 23-year-old man has admitted killing his older brother, who suffered at least 36 stab wounds at a home in Worthing, West Sussex. Jack Mitten, 25, was found dead by his aunt at a property in Lindum Road on 3 September 2025. He had suffered multiple stab wounds to his head, chest and neck. His […]
Drug dealer caught after public Wi-Fi connection exposed his hiding place jailed for nearly 13 years
A drug dealer who took extensive measures to hide his location was caught after connecting to public Wi-Fi, allowing Metropolitan Police officers to track him down. Joel Louis, 34, of Ealing Road, Wembley, has been sentenced to 12 years and nine months in prison for offences linked to the supply of cocaine and heroin in […]
Ten arrested after Dagenham stabbing as police seize suspected firearms from nearby property
Ten people have been arrested on suspicion of firearms offences after police investigating a stabbing in Dagenham discovered a number of suspected firearms at a nearby property. Metropolitan Police officers were called to Rusper Road, Dagenham, at around 10.42am on Thursday, 10 September, following reports of a stabbing. A man in his 20s was found […]
Police to use new powers banning face coverings at Portsmouth protests this weekend
Police will use new powers restricting face coverings during rival protests planned in Portsmouth this weekend following recent disorder in the city. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary said the measures will apply to all groups attending demonstrations on Saturday, 12 September, and will be enforced “equally and impartially”. An anti-illegal immigration protest and an […]
Police update after alleged racist attack on six-year-old boy in Chorley park
Police have issued an update following an alleged racist attack involving a six-year-old boy at Harpers Recreation Ground in Chorley. Lancashire Police said an 11-year-old boy was arrested earlier this week on suspicion of racially aggravated criminal damage and racially aggravated assault. He has since been released on bail while enquiries continue. Second 11-year-old interviewed […]
Police stop 24 drivers in Wiltshire crackdown on motorists passing horses too closely
Wiltshire Police has launched a new road safety operation targeting motorists who pass horses too closely or at excessive speed on the county’s roads. Operation Close Pass was launched on Thursday, 10 September, with officers stopping 24 vehicles during an operation in Dilton Marsh, near Fairfield College. The initiative brought together neighbourhood officers, the Roads […]
Police hunt convicted attempted murderer who stabbed wife and vanished during trial
Police are continuing to hunt for a man who stabbed his wife and was later convicted of attempted murder in his absence after failing to attend court. Sharaz Ali, 45, stabbed his wife on 10 September 2021. Ali was due to stand trial at Birmingham Crown Court in August 2022 but failed to appear, prompting […]
Hoax call sparks major emergency response and evacuations in Bromley town centre
A hoax call triggered a major police response and the evacuation of buildings in Bromley town centre on Friday afternoon. The Metropolitan Police received a report of a possible incident on 11 September, prompting officers to be dispatched to the area. Buildings were evacuated as a precaution while the incident was investigated, with an alarm […]
At least 20 injured after passenger train derails in France
At least 20 people have been injured after a train carrying around 180 passengers derailed in Normandy, France, prompting a major emergency response. The train was travelling between Rouen and Caen when it came off the tracks near Cléon and Tourville-la-Rivière at around 7.45pm on Friday. Around 140 firefighters were reportedly deployed to the scene […]
Bickley station closed after reports of person struck by train
Bickley railway station in Bromley has been closed following reports that a person has been struck by a train. The incident has prompted an emergency response at the station, with passengers being advised that the station is currently closed to the public. No trains are currently operating through the station, according to information being shared […]
Scott Green named preferred candidate to become West Midlands Police Chief Constable
Scott Green has been named as the preferred candidate to become the next Chief Constable of West Midlands Police. Mr Green, who has served as Acting Chief Constable since January 2026, has been selected by West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster as his preferred choice to lead the force permanently. However, the appointment […]
Man jailed after police find almost £300,000 cash in suitcase under car seat
A man has been jailed after police discovered almost £300,000 in cash hidden inside a padlocked suitcase beneath the driver’s seat of his car. Philip Aryeetey, 55, of Tanhouse Road, Thornton, was stopped by officers on the M57 near junction 5 on 24 October 2025. Police searched the vehicle and discovered £299,440 in cash concealed […]
Water cannon trucks deployed to Dublin ahead of protests during Donald Trump visit
Water cannon trucks normally used by the Police Service of Northern Ireland have arrived in Dublin ahead of protests expected during US President Donald Trump’s visit to Ireland. The vehicles are understood to be Somati RCV9000 water cannons, which have been brought across from Northern Ireland to support policing operations in the Irish capital. The […]
Driver issues warning after passenger window suddenly shatters on A2 near Bluewater
A motorist has warned other drivers to remain vigilant after their passenger window suddenly shattered while travelling on the A2 near Bluewater. The driver said the incident happened on Thursday night while travelling London-bound and approaching the Bluewater turn-off. According to their account, the front passenger window shattered without warning, sending glass across the passenger […]
Piccadilly line suspended as emergency services respond to casualty on track
A major emergency services response has been reported at Turnpike Lane as a casualty on the track caused serious disruption to the Piccadilly line. Transport for London reported no service between King’s Cross St Pancras and Arnos Grove, with severe delays across the remainder of the Piccadilly line while emergency services dealt with the incident. […]
Smethwick man convicted of terrorism offences after supporting proscribed groups online
A Smethwick man has been convicted of terrorism and public order offences after posting messages on social media supporting proscribed organisations and stirring up racial hatred. Moin Uddin, 60, was investigated by Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands over social media posts made during December 2023 and January 2024. Following the investigation, Uddin was charged with […]
Prolific shoplifter jailed after being caught with stolen toys and clothes in Swindon
A prolific shoplifter has been jailed after being caught with stolen toys and clothing in Swindon town centre. Kelly Thirkettle, 46, of Wharf Road, Wroughton, appeared at Swindon Magistrates’ Court on Friday, 11 September, where she pleaded guilty to two counts of theft and fraud by false representation. She was also wanted on a warrant […]
Met Police officer convicted of sexually assaulting woman while off duty
A Metropolitan Police officer has been convicted of sexually assaulting a woman at an address in south London. PC Christopher Gudgeon, 43, who is attached to the Met’s Central South Command Unit, was found guilty following a trial at Croydon Crown Court on Friday, 11 September. The offence took place on 25 June 2022, when […]
One-year-old girl dies at Atherstone home as two arrested on suspicion of child neglect
A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of child neglect following the death of a one-year-old girl in Atherstone, Warwickshire. Police were called to a property in the town at around 11.50am on Friday, 11 September, following reports that the child was in cardiac arrest. Emergency services attended, but despite the efforts […]
Danny Tommo launches fundraiser to relocate mum after Daily Mail ‘doxxing’ claim
Activist Danny Tommo has launched an online fundraiser to help relocate his mother after accusing the Daily Mail of exposing details about where she lives. Tommo claims his mother has been placed at risk following coverage by the newspaper, which reportedly visited her home and described the property. According to the account circulating online, the […]
Four men admit affray after CS spray attack caused chaos at Heathrow Airport
Four men have admitted affray following a violent incident at Heathrow Airport in which suspected CS spray affected dozens of passengers and staff and led to five people being taken to hospital. Tyrone Richards, 31, Anton Clarke-Butcher, 25, Omoneke Whyte, 31, and Denzel Eduardo, 29, pleaded guilty to affray at Isleworth Crown Court in June. […]
A34 closed in both directions after serious motorcycle and van crash in Oxfordshire
The A34 has been closed in both directions in Oxfordshire following a serious Collision involving a motorcycle and a van. The major route is shut between the A4185 at Chilton and the A4130 at Didcot, with motorists being warned to expect delays. Emergency services, including Thames Valley Police and Thames Valley Air Ambulance, are at […]
Enfield man admits encouraging sexual assaults on drugged and sleeping women through online network
An Enfield man has admitted a series of offences after encouraging members of an online network to sexually assault women who were asleep, unconscious or drugged. Darren Conway, 52, of Lonsdale Drive, Enfield, pleaded guilty to all charges when he appeared at Wood Green Crown Court on Friday, 11 September. Conway had initially been charged […]
