Burglar Who Killed Amputee with Stolen Car Found Guilty of Manslaughter
A burglar who killed an amputee war veteran by running him over with his own car has been pictured for the first time after being found guilty of manslaughter. Errol Woodger, 38, from Abbey Wood, was convicted at the Old Bailey on Tuesday following a three-week trial for the manslaughter and robbery of 50-year-old […]
Major Rescue Operation Launched After Woman Seen in Sea Off Brighton
A major emergency services operation is underway off the coast of Brighton following reports of a woman in the sea during the early hours of Wednesday morning (April 16). Sussex Police confirmed they were called just before 3am amid concerns for the welfare of a woman seen in the water near Brighton Palace Pier. In […]
12-Year-Old Girl Assaulted in Leicestershire Park; Man Arrested Following Public Appeal
A 12-year-old girl was assaulted in Bluebell Park, Glen Parva, Leicestershire, on Tuesday afternoon, prompting a swift response from emergency services and a wave of concern across the local community. The incident occurred just before 5pm, and according to Leicestershire Police, the girl was taken to hospital for treatment but has since been discharged. […]
Beckton Man Dies After Fall Following Night Out Drinking, Inquest Hears
A Beckton man who had been out drinking with friends tragically died after falling and suffering fatal head injuries, an inquest has heard. Constantin Silvio Ditescu, 55, of Richard House Drive, sustained a serious brain injury after stumbling backwards and hitting his head outside Kingsway Pharmacy on the A124 Barking Road in East Ham on […]
Police Appeal: Exeter Burglary and Fraud Investigation – Help Identify These Individuals
Devon & Cornwall Police have launched a public appeal for information following a reported burglary and subsequent fraud in the Heavitree area of Exeter. Officers have released images of a man and woman they wish to identify in connection with the incidents. The burglary took place between 4pm and 5pm on Friday, March 14, […]
Lost Dog Poppy Goes Missing Again After Rescue at Asda in Bucknall
Staff at Asda in Bucknall have been doing their best to care for an adorable lost dog named Poppy — but the fluffy escape artist has now bolted again. The little dog, described as a “cutie pie” by those looking after her, was first found wandering near the supermarket earlier today (April 16). Concerned […]
Concern Grows for Missing Cat in Tottenham: Public Urged to Help
A local resident has issued an urgent appeal after their beloved cat went missing from Sperling Road earlier this week, leaving them “devastated” and deeply concerned for his safety. The grey and white male cat, who is neutered and microchipped but does not wear a collar, was last seen on Tuesday morning (April 15) […]
Stolen Porsche Cayenne Recovered in Byfleet During ASB Patrol
A routine anti-social behaviour patrol in Byfleet has recovered a stolen Porsche Cayenne, originally reported missing in December 2024. On Saturday, 12 April 2025, PC Lawrence was conducting patrols in car parks across Byfleet and West Byfleet, responding to community concerns about anti-social behaviour (ASB) in the area. During the patrol, the officer spotted […]
Police Appeal After Female Cyclist Assaulted in Broad Daylight in Birmingham
West Midlands Police have launched a public appeal after a female cyclist was punched in the face during an unprovoked assault in Birmingham city centre last November. The incident happened on Monday, November 25, 2024, between 4:00 PM and 4:40 PM, at the junction of Bristol Street and Belgrave Middleway, a busy area frequently […]
Pontins Parent Company Charged with Corporate Manslaughter After Fatal Holiday Park Collapse
A tragic incident at Pontins Brean Sands Holiday Park in Somerset, which led to the death of a 68-year-old woman and injured several others, has resulted in corporate manslaughter charges against the company that owns the park. Wendy Jones died in August 2019 when ducting collapsed inside the holiday venue. Following a thorough and […]
Emergency Services Respond to Reports of Person in the Water in Silvertown
Emergency services were called in the early hours of Wednesday morning (April 17) following reports of a person in the water near Evelyn Road, Silvertown, London in East London. At just after midnight, officers from the Metropolitan Police were dispatched to assist with an incident involving a female believed to be in the water. […]
Former West Midlands Police Staff Member Charged with Supplying Cocaine
A former West Midlands Police call handler has been charged with supplying Class A drugs following an investigation directed by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC). Alisha Iftikhar, 25, is accused of supplying cocaine in Birmingham between 1 December 2023 and 4 June 2024, in breach of the Misuse of Drugs Act 1971. […]
