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Organised Crime Targets UK Building Sites Over Christmas

Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.

Evri driver filmed stealing parcel from doorstep

CCTV footage shows an Evri delivery driver allegedly stealing a parcel from a Hampshire home. The incident highlights the UK's £650m-a-year parcel theft epidemic. Read the full story.

Amputee's first Christmas with new hand after sepsis

Kim Smith, 64, a quadruple amputee from Milton Keynes, is celebrating her first Christmas able to open presents after a life-changing hand transplant. She urges sepsis awareness and organ donation talks.

Amputee cricketer told to repay £36k benefits

Shaun Rigby, a one-legged father who played cricket with a runner, must repay £36,000 after the DWP ruled his 'daily needs' didn't require enhanced PIP. Discover his story and the tribunal's decision.

Alton Towers crash victim's life 10 years on

Leah Washington-Pugh reflects on losing her leg in the 2015 Smiler crash and her new role supporting amputees at a pioneering NHS rehabilitation centre. Discover her inspiring story.

Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree

A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.

Louvre Museum Diamond Heist: Millions in Gems Stolen

In a stunning security breach, thieves have stolen precious diamonds worth millions from the Louvre Museum's prestigious exhibition, raising serious questions about the iconic institution's protection measures.

Maine man loses £40k in Kennebunk van theft nightmare

A Maine man's dream road trip turns into a financial nightmare after thieves steal his van containing £40,000 in cash from a Kennebunk car park. Police launch urgent investigation into the daring daylight theft.

I watched a woman steal £1,500 from my bank account

Shocking footage reveals how brazen thieves are using sophisticated distraction techniques to empty victims' bank accounts in seconds. One woman lost her entire savings during a routine shopping trip.

Funeral director admits stealing from deceased clients

A disgraced funeral director from Hull has pleaded guilty to systematically stealing jewellery and precious items from deceased clients, betraying the trust of vulnerable families during their most difficult moments.

Oprah Winfrey targeted by thief at book awards

Media mogul Oprah Winfrey became the unexpected victim of a sophisticated theft during the prestigious National Book Awards ceremony in Manhattan, where a thief made off with her custom-made Judith Leiber purse containing priceless items.

Blind grandfather loses home in property fraud scheme

A vulnerable 69-year-old blind man from Atlanta has been evicted from his family home after fraudsters allegedly forged documents to steal his property deed in a sophisticated property theft scheme.

House Sitters Steal Prized Babe Ruth Baseball Memorabilia

A California couple's dream holiday turns into a nightmare as trusted house sitters allegedly ransack their home, making off with irreplaceable Babe Ruth-signed baseballs and other valuable collectables in a shocking breach of trust.

7 Expert Car Security Tips to Stop Thieves

Protect your car from determined thieves with these professional security measures that could save you thousands in replacement costs and insurance headaches.

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