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Knife crime drops in UK hotspots

New data reveals a significant drop in robberies involving knives in key UK areas, as police strategies prove effective in curbing violent crime.

London knife crime nearly doubles in decade

Knife crime in London has surged dramatically, with offences nearly doubling over the past decade. The West End has emerged as a hotspot, raising serious concerns about public safety under Mayor Sadiq Khan's administration.

Devon pub uses water guns to deter seagulls

A Devon pub landlord has taken an unconventional approach to deter pesky seagulls from stealing customers' food – armed with water guns! The quirky tactic has sparked laughter and support from locals.

Police car sticker mocks commissioner, sparks backlash

Alison Hernandez, Devon and Cornwall's Police and Crime Commissioner, has sparked controversy after a patrol car was spotted with a sticker mocking her role. Critics call it 'unprofessional' and 'damaging to public trust'.

Teen jailed for life over Derby drug deal murder

A 17-year-old has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal stabbing of Charles Hartle during a drug deal gone wrong in Derby. The shocking case highlights the dangers of knife crime and drug-related violence.

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.

Masked gang steals ATM in St Helens raid

A masked gang used a stolen digger to rip a cash machine from a store in St Helens, Merseyside, in a brazen early-morning robbery. Police are hunting the suspects.

Teens jailed for life over London bus murder

Two boys, aged 15 and 16, have been sentenced to life in prison for the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Kelyan Bokassa on a London bus in a shocking case of youth violence.

Theft every minute in UK as crime soars

New figures reveal a staggering rise in thefts across the UK, with one incident reported every minute. Critics blame Labour's policies for the surge in crime.

Female drug lords dominating UK's underworld

Meet the matriarchs running Britain's drug empires—powerful women who've turned organised crime into a family business. Discover their shocking rise to dominance.

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