A Sussex Police initiative to help domestic abuse victims during lockdown is proving invaluable
The first anniversary of the introduction of the Local Resolution Team comes as a national report out today, 20 April, finds that police forces introduced new ways of working during the pandemic that could provide future benefits to policing, such as incorporating video conferencing technology in order to continue working with local safeguarding services. The […]
Two arrested in Birmingham murder investigation as appeal for information continues
Police have arrested two more people on suspicion of murder as a man shot dead in Birmingham has been named as Gavin Parry. Officers detained the men, aged 21 and 23, earlier today as we continue to actively pursue those involved in the killing of Mr Parry in Western Road last Tuesday (13 April). The pair […]
Family of missing man Darren Blyth issue heartfelt plea for his return
“I will not rest until you return home safely.” Five days since reporting him missing, the family of Darren Blyth have issued a heartfelt plea for his return. The 55-year-old left his home in Trimdon Station on Thursday evening, stating that he planned to take photographs of the sunset at Hawthorn Dene, but did not […]
Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Brighton
About 12.30am on Thursday (15 April) officers received report that a man was assaulted near the basketball courts by Kings Road. The victim – aged 25 – was taken to hospital for treatment and subsequently discharged himself. Two suspects- a 31-year-old woman and a 35-year-old man – were arrested on suspicion of wounding with […]
Search continues for William Lee after Daisy is found
Officers searching for William Lee continue to ask for the public to share any information they might have about William’s whereabouts over the past two days after a major development in the search. The search team have begun an in-depth search of the area between Kingsbury and Middleton Lakes, including the shore areas of both […]
Can you help us find missing 9-year-old Jasmine from Alton?
The 9-year-old has been missing since approximately 1pm this afternoon (18 April) and was last seen in the Dowden Grove area. Officers are out looking for her and we are concerned about her safety. Jasmine is described as: White Slim 4ft tall Long brown hair She is thought to be on her […]
Witness appeal following family gold burglary in West Molesley
Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses following a burglary at an address in West Molesley on Thursday 1 April. A number of items were taken, including handbags, bank cards, cash and items of family jewellery bought and gifted over 47 years of marriage, of huge sentimental value. The occupants were not in the house at […]
Public appeal to find missing mother and son from Bournemouth
Officers are appealing for help from the public to locate a woman who has gone missing from Bournemouth with her young son. Dorset Police received a report at around 6.45pm on Wednesday 14 April 2021 raising concern for the welfare of Malgorzata Jarecka, aged 32, after she was not at her home address as expected. […]
A murder investigation has been launched into the death of a man whose body was found and recovered from woodland near to Flatts Lane Country Park in Normanby, Middlesbrough.
A murder investigation has been launched into the death of a man whose body was found and recovered from woodland near to Flatts Lane Country Park in Normanby, Middlesbrough. Detectives have today named the victim as 39-year-old Tomasz Dembler from Poland. Tomasz has lived in the UK for the last twenty years and recently lived […]
Motorcyclists in the Sevenoaks area are reminded they risk having their bikes seized if they ride irresponsibly or dangerously
Officers from the Sevenoaks Community Safety Unit together with Kent Police’s Rural Task Force and special constables used a drone to identify and target motorbikes committing offences on footpaths, bridleways and in nature reserves. On Sunday 11 April 2021, patrols were deployed to rural areas following complaints from residents that bikes and […]
To honour Prince Philip, who passed away last week, the Freemasons have launched a campaign inviting their 200,000 members to raise funds for charities that the Prince dedicated his life to
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh was himself a Freemason, having been introduced to Freemasonry in 1952 at the age of 31 by his Father in Law King George VI. Throughout his 99 years, he was associated with some 992 charities, either as president, patron or as an honorary member.The Prince supported charitable organisations […]
A mother who’s car burst into flames on the M3 Motorway appeals for publics help to find heroes who stopped and helped
Rosie Howell was travelling with her children on board on the M3 between junctions 5 and 6 when her vehicle caught fire. Members of the public stepped in to help them escape the fire, they also providing reassurance to the family before the arrival of the emergency services Rosie is […]
Out of control Mastiff dog attacks beagle puppy leaving owner injured in Maidstone
Officers are appealing for information following a report a dog was dangerously out of control in Maidstone. The incident happened at around 5.45pm on Tuesday 6 April 2021 in Tonbridge Road, near its junction with Bower Place. A dog, described as being a brown-grey mastiff, was being walked on a lead by […]
Sussex Police has arrested a man following a serious assault in Mid Sussex
At 4.50pm on Tuesday (13 April) officers were called to Paddockhurst Road, Turners Hill following an alleged assault involving a car driver and a cyclist. The driver of a black Mercedes overtook the cyclist before getting out of the vehicle and allegedly assaulting the cyclist with, what is believed to be, a metal pole. […]
Police in Essex are looking for 53 year-old Sarah Athanasiadis who’s missing from Braintree
Police in Essex are looking for 53-year-old Sarah Athanasiadis who’s missing from Braintree.Sarah was last seen in the Skitts Hill area at around 6.45pm today (Tuesday 13 April).She is described as white, around 5ft 3ins tall, with blonde hair and maybe wearing a long beige coat. Officers believe she drove from her home address […]
Murder investigation launched after shooting in Birmingham
Police have launched a murder investigation after a shooting in Birmingham earlier this evening (13 April).Officers were called to industrial premises in Western Road at around 5.30pm. A 31-year-old man was sadly found dead and another man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries. OurPolce say their investigation is in the early stages and we’ve closed […]
Police are looking to identify this woman after a pensioner was left distressed after her pull along trolley, complete with purse, cash and cards, was stolen while she shopped for essentials
CCTV footage captured the moment the 85-year-old was targeted inside Blyth Morrions at around 2.30pm on March 27. The pensioner can be seen leaning down to reach for some fruit and, while her back is turned, a woman walks by and grabs hold of the trolley. The woman is described as in her 50s/60s […]
Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a burglary in which a puppy was stolen and later found dead
The puppy, a 10-month-old Cavapoochon called Maisy, was taken from a house in Othery, near Bridgwater, between 9.30am and 11am on Wednesday, 24 March. It was later found dead by a member of the public on Beer Drove, off the A372. PC Claire Allan said: “This is an extremely upsetting case for all pet […]
