Walker in his 70s dies after cattle incident at National Trust estate in Norfolk
A man in his 70s has died after reportedly being attacked by cattle while walking at a National Trust property in Norfolk. Emergency services were called to Felbrigg Hall, near Cromer, at around 11.45am on Monday 13 July, following reports that a member of the public had been seriously injured in the parkland. Despite the […]
Man jailed for life after raping woman in Manchester
A man has been jailed for life after being convicted of raping a woman in Manchester following a jury trial. Jovhan Pascoe, 39, of Moss Bank Road, Crumpsall, was sentenced at Manchester Crown Square Court on Monday, 13 July, to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 15 years before he can be considered for […]
Urgent appeal to find missing Canterbury teenager last seen near leisure centre
Police are appealing for the public’s help to find a missing 16-year-old boy from Canterbury whose welfare is causing concern. Kallum Fullager was reported missing on Monday, 13 July, after he was last seen at around 4.45pm near Kingsmead Leisure Centre in Canterbury. Kent Police say officers are becoming increasingly concerned for the teenager’s welfare […]
Police tow vehicles as RAF Fairford plane spotters cause parking chaos
Police were forced to remove several vehicles after large numbers of aircraft enthusiasts descended on RAF Fairford, causing widespread disruption and blocking access for residents and businesses. Gloucestershire Constabulary said officers were called to the area on Monday morning following numerous reports of inconsiderate parking around the RAF base. The influx of so-called plane spotters […]
Man dies after broad daylight stabbing near school as murder investigation launched
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally stabbed in broad daylight near a school in east London. Metropolitan Police officers were called to Downs Park Road, Hackney, at 1.42pm on Monday, 13 July, following reports of a stabbing. Despite the efforts of paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, the victim – […]
Historic Oxfordshire pub badly damaged in major fire as seven crews tackle blaze
Seven fire crews battled a major blaze at a historic Oxfordshire pub that caused significant damage to the building’s first floor and roof. Firefighters were called to The Crooked Billett on Nottwood Lane, Stoke Row, near Henley-on-Thames, at 2.20am on Sunday, 12 July. Crews from Goring, Watlington, Didcot, Abingdon and Caversham fire stations were mobilised […]
University worker investigated after saying she hoped Ann Widdecombe suffered ‘extremely painful death’
A University of Aberdeen employee is being investigated after posting on social media that she hoped former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe had an “extremely painful death”. The comments, made by university web developer Heather Herbert, were posted on Bluesky shortly after news emerged that Ms Widdecombe had died. At the time, police had not confirmed […]
Ann Widdecombe murder suspect was not known to Prevent, Home Secretary tells MPs
The man arrested over the suspected murder of former Conservative minister Ann Widdecombe was not previously known to the Government’s anti-extremism programme, Prevent, the Home Secretary has confirmed. Speaking in the House of Commons on Monday, Shabana Mahmood said the 28-year-old white British man from Rotherham had never been referred to Prevent, despite the investigation […]
Counter-terror police take over investigation into death of Ann Widdecombe
Tease Counter Terrorism Policing South East has taken over the investigation into the death of former Conservative minister and Reform UK spokesperson Ann Widdecombe after new evidence emerged. The 78-year-old was found dead with what police described as serious injuries at her home in Haytor, on the edge of Dartmoor in Devon, at around 11.40am […]
Three relatives found dead inside Ballymena family home as police launch investigation
A major police investigation is underway after three relatives were found dead inside a family home in County Antrim. The bodies were discovered at a property in the Old Cullybackey Road area of Ballymena on the morning of Monday, 13 July. The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) confirmed the three people were related and […]
Man remanded in custody charged over alleged rape on Eastbourne beach
A man has been remanded in custody after being charged in connection with the alleged rape of a woman on a beach in Eastbourne. Police launched an investigation after receiving a report that a young woman had been raped near the Eastbourne Bandstand late on Thursday, 9 July. The victim, who cannot be identified for […]
Man in his 20s dies after car crashes into railings in Birmingham city centre
A man has died and a woman has been left with potentially life-threatening injuries after a car crashed into railings in Birmingham city centre during the early hours of Monday morning. Emergency services were called to the junction of Great Charles Street Queensway and St Chad’s Queensway shortly after 2.35am following reports of a serious […]
Family of stabbed teenager Khadeem Parris say they are ‘utterly heartbroken’ as murder investigation continues
The family of a 16-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed in Northampton have paid tribute to the teenager, describing him as a “funny, smiling boy” with a bright future ahead of him. Khadeem Parris, from Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, died after suffering a stab wound during an incident at an address in the Abington area of […]
Man remanded in custody charged over alleged rape on Eastbourne beach
A man has been remanded in custody after being charged in connection with the alleged rape of a young woman on a beach in Eastbourne. Sussex Police launched an investigation after receiving a report that a woman had been raped near the Eastbourne Bandstand late on Thursday, 9 July. The victim, who cannot be identified […]
Man killed and another seriously injured after car mounts pavement in Bradford
A man has died and another has been seriously injured after a car mounted the pavement and struck pedestrians in Bradford city centre. West Yorkshire Police have launched an investigation into the fatal collision, which happened on Market Street at around 3.22pm on Sunday, 12 July. Police said a blue Nissan Qashqai moved away from […]
Two arrested on suspicion of murder after man found dead in Leicester street
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man in his late 20s was found seriously injured in a Leicester street. Emergency services were called to Compton Road at 6.58am on Sunday after the East Midlands Ambulance Service reported that a man had been found injured in the street. Despite the efforts […]
Motorway closed for hours after serious overnight incident on M62
The M62 remained closed for several hours overnight after a serious incident involving an overturned vehicle prompted a major emergency response in Greater Manchester. Emergency services were called to the eastbound carriageway of the M62 shortly after 11pm on Saturday, 11 July, following reports of a collision between Junction 20 (Thornham Interchange) and Junction 22 […]
Devon and Cornwall Police’s new tractor officially named ‘The Crop Cop’ after children’s competition
Devon and Cornwall Police’s eye-catching force tractor has officially been named “The Crop Cop” after a competition attracted almost 300 entries from children across the region. The winning name was unveiled during a school assembly on Monday, 6 July, where nine-year-old Hazel, from Mid Devon, was presented with an award after her suggestion was chosen […]
Motorcyclist suffers life-changing injuries in collision with van near Torpoint
Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist suffered life-changing injuries in a serious collision near Torpoint. Emergency services were called to the A374 near Polbathic, Cornwall, at around 8pm on Thursday, 9 July, following reports of a collision involving a motorcycle and a van. The rider of the motorcycle, a man in his 50s, […]
Pink Ladies movement faces scrutiny over political links and campaign claims
The Pink Ladies, a women-led protest movement that has grown rapidly across the UK over the past year, is facing increasing scrutiny over its political affiliations, messaging and links to figures associated with the far right. Known for their distinctive pink clothing and banners, the group says it exists to campaign for the safety of […]
Why Your Safe Parlay Strategy Is Overrated
Parlays combining two to three “safe” legs at odds between -150 and -110 carry an implied probability of winning between 18% and 31% — far below what most recreational bettors estimate when they build them. A 2025 analysis of 14,000 settled parlay tickets across six major sportsbooks, published by the Sports Betting Analytics Consortium, found […]
Cannabis farmer convicted of murder after shooting intruder during Leeds Crown Court trial
A cannabis farmer has been convicted of murder after fatally shooting a man who forced his way into his home during an attempted robbery targeting drugs and cash. A jury at Leeds Crown Court found Adrian Frost, 61, guilty of murdering Connor Batty, 26, following a trial into the fatal shooting at Frost’s home in […]