Major House Fire Closes Hertford Road in Enfield
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters tackled a major house fire on Hertford Road, Enfield, this afternoon. London Fire Brigade confirmed that one of its 32-metre turntable ladders was deployed as a water tower to attack the fire from above. There are currently no reports of injuries. Road Closure Hertford Road remains closed […]
Six Birds Dead After Being Trapped in Netting at The O2 Arena
Animal welfare concerns have been raised after six pigeons died in recent days at The O2 Arena in North Greenwich, with campaigners accusing the venue of negligence. Three days later, all of the trapped birds had died, prompting anger from local residents and animal rights advocates, who say the arena failed to take urgent […]
Three Men Injured in Reading Town Centre Knife Attack – Attempted Murder Arrest Made
A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after three men were injured in a knife attack in Reading town centre in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police confirmed the teenager has since been discharged, while the other two victims remain in hospital receiving treatment. A 34-year-old man from Reading […]
LNER Urges Passengers Not to Travel on London–Edinburgh Route Due to Bridge Repairs
Passengers planning to travel between London King’s Cross and Edinburgh today are being urged by London North Eastern Railway (LNER) not to travel due to urgent repairs to a bridge on the East Coast Main Line. An LNER spokesperson said: “If you are on board an LNER service, your Train Manager will keep you […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing Woman Leah, 32, from Bushey
Police have issued an urgent appeal for help in locating Leah, 32, who has been reported missing from Bushey amid extreme concerns for her welfare. Leah was last seen on the afternoon of Saturday, 9 August 2025, near the Hartspring Roundabout on the A41. Authorities believe she may have travelled to Watford town centre.
Two Men Killed and Woman Seriously Injured After Motorbike Hits Pedestrians in Clayton-Le-Woods
Two men have died and a woman has been seriously injured after a motorbike crashed into pedestrians on the A6 Preston Road in Clayton-Le-Woods, Lancashire. Emergency services were called shortly after 10.30pm on Thursday, 7 August, following reports of a collision involving a BMW motorbike and two pedestrians. Detective Sergeant Joe Ghigi said: “This collision […]
Police Hunt Man After Teenage Girl Sexually Assaulted in Southampton Underpass
Police have launched an urgent appeal after a 17-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in an underpass in Southampton. Hampshire Police say the incident happened at around 1:10pm near Bitterne Library, when the victim was approached by a man who allegedly asked her inappropriate questions before pulling her down a flight of stairs into the subway […]
River Island to Close Brighton Store as High Street Struggles Deepen
Brighton’s high street will lose another big name early next year as fashion retailer River Island confirmed it will close its Western Road branch in January 2026. The move is part of a nationwide shake-up that will see 33 River Island stores shut their doors for good, after the chain posted a £33.2 million pre-tax […]
Police Release Images After Sexual Assault on Train From Barnes Bridge to Vauxhall
British Transport Police (BTP) have released images of a man they wish to speak to after a woman was repeatedly sexually assaulted on board a train in south-west London. The incident happened on Monday 13 May at around 4.40pm on a service travelling from Barnes Bridge to Vauxhall. Officers say the suspect left the train […]
Police Appeal After Woman Killed in East Staffordshire Collision
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman in her 40s tragically died in a two-vehicle collision in East Staffordshire. Emergency services were called shortly after 5pm on Friday (8 August) to the junction of Tutbury Road and Hanbury Road in Hanbury following reports of a crash involving a blue Volkswagen Polo and a yellow […]
Girl, 13, Taken to Hospital After Being Hit by Car in Sutton
A 13-year-old girl has been taken to hospital after being struck by a car in Rose Hill, Sutton. The collision happened near Gloucester Gardens at around 4.30pm on Saturday, 9 August. Police and London Ambulance Service crews attended the scene and found the teenager injured. She was taken to hospital where her injuries were assessed […]
Over 360 Arrests in Parliament Square as Police Crack Down on Proscribed Group Support
A major police operation in Parliament Square has resulted in the arrest of at least 365 people this afternoon, the Metropolitan Police have confirmed. The arrests were made for supporting a proscribed organisation, with officers also making seven arrests for other offences, including five for assaults on officers. None of the officers were seriously injured. […]
Car Crashes into Back of Bus in Woodingdean Causing Traffic Delays
Motorists in Woodingdean are facing long delays this afternoon after a car collided with the back of a bus on Falmer Road at the junction with Warren Way. The crash happened by the traffic lights, causing the Southbound lane towards Falmer to become heavily congested. Traffic is currently queuing back towards Falmer, with many drivers […]
Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation at Southampton Cruise Terminal
A bomb threat at the Mayflower Cruise Ferry terminal in Southampton sparked a major police response and the evacuation of parts of the city’s port earlier today. The man was arrested without incident. After a thorough search, officers confirmed no explosive device was found, and they were “satisfied there is no risk to the […]
Major Incident Declared as Heath Fire Rages at Holt Heath Near Wimborne
A major incident has been declared after a large heath fire broke out at Holt Heath, near Wimborne, sending thick plumes of smoke across Dorset and prompting a significant emergency response. Residents from across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) have reported seeing a towering column of smoke, visible from Poole Harbour, Brownsea Island, […]
Suspect arrested after serious stabbing in Margate – police appeal for witnesses
A man has been arrested following a serious assault in Margate in the early hours of Saturday morning. Kent Police confirmed officers were called shortly after 3am on Saturday, 9 August 2025 to reports of an incident in Northdown Road, near its junction with Ethelbert Road. Detectives say an investigation is ongoing, including a review […]
Three Shot in Times Square, Suspect in Custody
Three people have been shot in Times Square, one of New York’s busiest tourist areas, in the early hours of this morning. Footage from the scene shows emergency crews rushing to aid those lying on the ground, while another clip reveals a car riddled with bullet holes. Eyewitnesses reported panic as people fled […]
Roof Fire in Sittingbourne Leaves One Injured
Fire crews rushed to Heron Close, Sittingbourne yesterday afternoon after a blaze broke out, damaging a home’s roof and leaving one person with minor burns. Kent Fire and Rescue Service was called at 4:38pm to reports of a roof fire. The flames are believed to have started in bushes in the garden before spreading to […]