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Wiltshire Police and Paramedics Arrested Over Deaths

Two Wiltshire Police officers and three South Western Ambulance Service paramedics have been arrested in connection with the deaths of two individuals following police contact. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is leading the investigation.

Middlesbrough Body Discovery: Police Launch Major Probe

A major police investigation is underway in Middlesbrough after a man's body was discovered in a residential flat. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Waverley Street, with the area cordoned off as forensic teams work to establish the circumstances.

BBC editor cleared over edited Sunak interview

A BBC Breakfast editor has been exonerated after an internal investigation into the editing of a PM Sunak interview, which sparked accusations of censorship from viewers.

Bodycam Footage Shows Police Break Woman's Arm in Arrest

Exclusive bodycam video reveals the moment a woman's arm was broken during a forceful arrest by Metropolitan Police officers in Westminster. The incident has sparked a major investigation and accusations of excessive force.

Labour investigates Angela Rayner over tax affairs allegations

Deputy Labour leader Angela Rayner is under internal investigation by her own party over allegations surrounding her tax affairs and past council house sale. The probe, confirmed by leader Keir Starmer, follows scrutiny of her financial dealings.

Son died after police 'failed to send ambulance', mum claims

Exclusive: Grieving mother demands answers after her son, Tommi Miller, died in a car crash following a 999 call where police allegedly failed to dispatch an ambulance. An IOPC investigation is now underway into the tragic systemic failure.

SFO Drops Fraud Probe Into Construction Giant Hanson

The Serious Fraud Office has abruptly closed its criminal investigation into Hanson, one of the UK's largest construction material suppliers, without bringing any charges. The probe, which examined suspected bribery and corruption, has been shut down afte

Boy, 11, Pepper-Sprayed By Police While Handcuffed

Disturbing video shows an 11-year-old boy being pepper-sprayed by Metropolitan Police officers while handcuffed in South London. The incident, which left the child screaming in agony, is now under investigation by the police watchdog.

Man on Secret Police 'Hate List' After Twitter Row

Exclusive: Dezi Freeman, a 28-year-old from Derbyshire, was shocked to discover Derbyshire Constabulary had secretly logged him on a hate crime database for a minor social media spat, sparking a major investigation into police overreach and data protectio

Man Found Dead In Burned-Out Car In Westminster

A major police investigation is underway after the grim discovery of a man's body inside a burnt-out vehicle on a central London street, with forensic teams scouring the scene for clues.

Met Police officer airdrops photo of dead crash victim

A Metropolitan Police officer is under investigation after a photo of a woman killed in a car crash was airdropped to a colleague's personal phone at the scene. The 'appalling' breach has been referred to the police watchdog.

Notorious Bodybuilder 'The Purple Aki' Dies After Police Contact

Controversial bodybuilder Akinwale Arobieke, infamously known as 'The Purple Aki', has died following an encounter with Merseyside Police. The case, which has sparked a mandatory referral to the police watchdog, revives a complex legacy of notoriety and l

Five Met Police officers arrested for sexual assault

Five serving Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended and arrested following serious allegations of sexual assault against a fellow female officer. The incident, which is said to have occurred at a central London police station, has prompted an in

Met Police Chief Faces Misconduct Probe Over Case Handling

Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley is under formal investigation by the police watchdog over allegations he mishandled complaints related to high-profile officer misconduct cases, raising serious questions about leadership and accountability

Merseyside Police helicopter crew cleared after low chase

The police watchdog, IOPC, has concluded its investigation into a dramatic helicopter pursuit over Merseyside, finding the crew's low-altitude manoeuvres, which sparked public alarm, were necessary and proportionate to detain a suspect.

IOPC investigates police dragging man by hair in Wigan

The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation after CCTV footage showed officers dragging a man by his hair in Wigan. The incident has sparked public outcry and calls for accountability.

GMP officer probed over alleged assault in Wigan

A police officer from Greater Manchester is being investigated after CCTV footage allegedly shows him assaulting a man in Wigan. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is leading the inquiry.

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