Tommy Robinson Will Not Face Charges Over Alleged Assault at St Pancras Station
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson will not face criminal charges following an alleged assault at St Pancras railway station last month, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) has confirmed. Arrest and Investigation The 42-year-old – whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon – was arrested at Luton Airport on 4 August in connection with the alleged incident, […]
Minnesota School Shooting: Gunman ‘Contained’ After Gunfire at Catholic School
Police in Minneapolis say a suspected shooter has been “contained” following reports of gunfire at a Catholic school on the city’s south side, on what was only the third day of the new school year. Governor Tim Walz described the incident as “horrific”, writing on X (formerly Twitter): “I’ve been briefed on the shooting […]
Wembley Ice-Cream Seller ‘Brutally Murdered’ in Broad Daylight, Court Told
An ice-cream seller was stabbed to death in a frenzied daylight attack on a residential street in Wembley, a court has heard. Victim Named as Shazad Khan Shazad Khan, 41, was working from his van in Monks Park, Wembley, at around 6pm on Tuesday, August 19, when he was allegedly attacked by 26-year-old Zaher […]
Appeal After Cyclist Seriously Injured in Maidstone Crash
Kent Police has launched an urgent appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following a serious collision involving a van and a cyclist near Maidstone. Crash on A229 Linton Road Emergency services were called to the A229, Linton Road, near Loose, at around 5.33am on Wednesday, 27 August. The collision happened close to the junction with […]
Couple risk lives rescuing dog at Hope Gap in East Sussex
Two dog owners were rescued from rapidly rising tides after attempting to save their pet at Hope Gap, near the iconic Seven Sisters cliffs, on Saturday afternoon (23 August). The drama began around 1pm when the couple’s dog fell from the cliffs. In a desperate attempt to reach their pet, the owners climbed down the […]
Brighton Emergency Services Respond After Car Crashes Into Wall in Whitehawk
Emergency services were called this afternoon after a car left the road in Whitehawk, Brighton. The vehicle is understood to have mounted the kerb and a grass bank before colliding with a brick wall in Manor Road. Police were quickly on scene to secure the area.
Police Dogs Join Pub Drugs Operation Across West Kent
Pubs across West Kent were visited by police and sniffer dogs as part of an ongoing operation to combat drug use in licensed premises. Operation in Tonbridge & Malling and Sevenoaks On the evening of Friday, 22 August 2025, Kent Police’s licensing team, Community Safety Unit and canine section carried out proactive visits to six […]
French Firefighting Helicopter Crashes Into Pond During Water Refill
A helicopter used by firefighters in Finistère, France, crashed into a pond on Sunday while attempting to refill its water bucket during operations to tackle forest fires. Crew Escape Both the pilot and a firefighter passenger managed to escape from the wreckage without serious injuries, according to local reports. Emergency services attended the scene quickly, […]
Police Investigating Sudden Death After Body Found in Savernake Forest
Wiltshire Police have launched an investigation following the discovery of a body in Savernake Forest, near Marlborough. Body Found in Forest Officers were called to the woodland at around 8am on Monday, 25 August, after the body of a person was found. Police confirmed that enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the death […]
First Picture of Polish Family Killed in Isle of Wight Helicopter Crash
The first picture has been released of the Polish family who tragically lost their lives in a helicopter crash on the Isle of Wight on Bank Holiday Monday. Victims Named Locally The victims have been named locally as a much-loved Polish mother and her partner, who were on board the aircraft when it came down […]
Travel Chaos as M25 Closed After Multi-Vehicle Crash Sparks Lorry Fire
A multi-vehicle collision on the M25 has caused major disruption this morning after a lorry carrying hay bales burst into flames, forcing the closure of a key stretch of motorway during the rush hour return from the Bank Holiday. Lorry Fire The crash happened shortly before 05:30am on the anti-clockwise carriageway between junction 25 (Enfield, […]
Police Appeal to Find Missing 14-Year-Old Girl From Dover Last Seen in Medway
Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a missing 14-year-old girl from Dover, who was last seen in Medway over the weekend. Last Seen in Gillingham Jessica Clarke, also known as “Billie”, was last seen in Gillingham at around 5pm on Saturday, 23 August 2025. She is described as: “We are increasingly concerned […]
Tottenham Police Investigation Launched After Body Found in B&M Car Park
A police probe has been launched after a body was discovered in the car park of a B&M store on the High Road in Tottenham. Circumstances Not Yet Clear The Metropolitan Police has not yet confirmed the full circumstances of the death, or whether the case is being treated as suspicious or […]
Tottenham Police Investigation Launched After Body Found in B&M Car Park
A police probe has been launched after a body was discovered in the car park of a B&M store on the High Road in Tottenham. Circumstances Not Yet Clear The Metropolitan Police has not yet confirmed the full circumstances of the death, or whether the case is being treated as suspicious or […]
Police are investigating after a man in his 20s was assaulted during an altercation in Barking early this morning
Police are investigating after a man in his 20s was assaulted during an altercation in Barking early this morning. Early Morning Attack Officers were called at 05:53hrs on Monday, 25 August to reports of a man being attacked on London Road, Barking. Appeal for Information A Met Police spokesperson said: “Police were called to a […]
Rickshaw Rider and Two Passengers Fighting for Their Lives After Collision with London Bus in Charing Cross
Three people are fighting for their lives after a rickshaw collided with a London bus in the heart of the West End during the early hours of the Bank Holiday Monday. Victims Rushed to Major Trauma Centres Police confirmed that officers remain with the injured parties at hospital. Full Collision Investigation Specialist officers from […]
Man Arrested After Firearm Scare and Taser Incident at Stratford DLR Station
Police were called to Stratford DLR station yesterday afternoon after a man claimed he was carrying a firearm, sparking a major emergency response. Incident on the Tracks At around 4.20pm on Saturday, 23 August, the man approached station staff and stated that he had a weapon. When officers arrived, he entered the tracks, refusing repeated […]
Three Police Officers Injured After ‘Unknown Liquid’ Thrown in Leicester City Centre
Three police officers have been injured after an unknown liquid was thrown at them during an incident in Leicester city centre. The attack happened in King Street at around 4.50am on Sunday (24 August) while officers were responding to reports of an affray. Officers Hospitalised The liquid caused significant irritation to the skin and eyes […]
