Category : Search result: misleading police


Poppi Faces £3.5M Lawsuit Over Gut Health Claims

Popular fizzy drink brand Poppi is embroiled in a major class action lawsuit, with a proposed $3.5 million settlement over allegations it misled consumers about its gut health benefits. Discover if you're eligible for a payout.

Neighbours fury over 'deceptive' house listing in Stoke

A seemingly ordinary house listing in Stoke-on-Trent has sparked a fierce backlash from neighbours who accuse the seller of 'cheating people'. The property's online advert hides a major issue that has locals up in arms.

UK crackdown on bogus milk teeth stem cell treatments

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a stark warning over unproven and potentially dangerous 'milk teeth' stem cell therapies being deceptively marketed to vulnerable families, prompting a major crackdown.

Met 'PC Predator' jailed for exploiting burglary victim

Metropolitan Police officer Paul Hoile, 39, has been sentenced to three years in prison after using his position to target and sexually exploit a traumatised burglary victim. The judge condemned his 'egregious breach of trust' in a case that has sent shoc

Fury Over Police Betrayal in Banker Murder Case

Exclusive: Senior Met Police officer faces allegations of misleading the family of City banker shot dead in a suspected hit, with claims the betrayal was to secure a promotion. The victim's widow speaks out.

Police Officer Steals Bank Card from Victim, Gets Sentence

Exclusive: A Metropolitan Police officer has been sentenced after being caught on camera brazenly stealing a bank card from a crime victim's wallet and attempting to use it, in a shocking breach of trust that has rocked the force.

Met Officer Sacked for Tasering Man in Covid Lockdown

A Metropolitan Police officer has been barred from serving after using a Taser on a suspect during a Covid lockdown breach in 2021. The disciplinary panel found his use of force was 'unnecessary and disproportionate'.

NHS backlog hits 7.37M amid transparency row

The NHS waiting list has surged to a staggering 7.37 million, with critics accusing the government of downplaying the crisis. Experts warn of worsening delays and strained resources.

NAB fined £15m for customer misinformation

National Australia Bank (NAB) has been hit with a hefty £15 million penalty for providing false information to customers. Discover the details behind this financial scandal.

BrewDog pub advert banned for misleading claims

The Advertising Standards Authority has banned a BrewDog advert for exaggerating pub closures, ruling it misled consumers. The craft beer giant faces backlash over its 'Pubs are closing at a rate of one a day' claim.

Shein fined €1m in Italy for greenwashing

Italian authorities have fined fast-fashion giant Shein €1m for falsely marketing products as 'sustainable'. The move highlights growing scrutiny over greenwashing in the retail sector.

FCA cracks down on misleading financial promotions

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued new warnings to financial firms over misleading promotions, with 450 alerts issued in just three months. Learn how this affects consumers and firms.

PETA exposes misleading 'vegan' footwear labels

Animal rights group PETA has uncovered deceptive labelling practices in the footwear industry, revealing that some shoes marketed as 'vegan' may still contain animal-derived materials. Learn how to spot the truth behind the labels.

Webjet fined £9m for misleading pricing

The online travel giant Webjet has been hit with a hefty £9 million fine for deceptive pricing practices, leaving customers in the dark about hidden fees. Here's the full story.

Police officer jailed for assault in custody

A former Devon and Cornwall Police officer has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for assaulting a vulnerable woman while she was in custody. The incident, described as a 'gross breach of trust,' occurred in St Austell.

Page 4 of 4