Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
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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.
UK Phone Snatching Crisis: New Cartoon Exposes Urban Crime
A startling new cartoon commentary reveals how mobile phone theft has evolved into a sophisticated criminal enterprise plaguing UK streets, with thieves employing increasingly brazen tactics.
Jockey Bryson Butterfly jailed for life over murder
Professional jockey Bryson Butterfly has been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder of 55-year-old grandfather Paul Stobbart during a violent confrontation in County Durham.
Opera-singing thief stuns Melbourne supermarket shoppers
In an extraordinary scene at a Coles supermarket in Prahran, a theatrical thief performed opera while allegedly stealing high-value electronics, leaving security guards and shoppers utterly bewildered.
Butterfly tribute for mother killed in Charlotte stabbing
A North Carolina community mourns as Iryna Zarutska is fatally stabbed while protecting her children, with a butterfly tribute honouring her memory.
Manhole cover thief caught on camera in Orpington
Shocking CCTV footage captures a brazen thief stealing heavy metal manhole covers from residential streets in Orpington, sparking safety concerns and police investigation.
Fury as thief steals 21 manhole covers in dangerous spree
Residents and authorities are outraged as a reckless thief removes crucial manhole covers from residential streets, creating deadly hazards for pedestrians and motorists in a shocking crime spree.
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.
Wine thief ordered to return stolen champagne or face jail
A serial thief who targeted premium restaurants across London faces an unusual sentence - return the stolen luxury drinks or face imprisonment in this remarkable court case.
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.
Gorilla escapes bar enclosure in Sheffield wildlife park
A teenage bar worker was left traumatised after a 300kg silverback gorilla named Omari escaped its enclosure at Sheffield's Tropical Butterfly House, triggering a major emergency response.
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.
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.
Police smash London phone theft gang targeting tourists
Exclusive: Metropolitan Police dismantle sophisticated criminal network behind surge of phone thefts in London's busiest areas. Discover the shocking tactics used and how to protect your device.
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.
Bee and butterfly extinction crisis grips Europe
Shocking new data reveals nearly one quarter of European bee and butterfly species face extinction threat, with pollinators in dramatic decline across the continent.
Met Police Hunt Phone Thieves in Central London Crime Spree
London's Metropolitan Police release multiple CCTV images in desperate search for suspects connected to series of violent phone thefts across Westminster and Waterloo areas.
UK monarch butterfly completes miraculous Atlantic crossing to NY
In an extraordinary wildlife spectacle, a monarch butterfly tagged in a British village has been discovered alive in New York, completing a staggering transatlantic migration that has left scientists astonished.
Serial watch thief steals £95k Patek Philippe from Tim Hortons boss
A sophisticated criminal known as the 'luxury watch ripper' has targeted another high-value victim, stealing a £95,000 Patek Philippe from Tim Hortons' Canadian chairman in a London robbery that highlights a growing crime wave targeting affluent watch own
WWE action figure heist: £20k collection stolen in San Diego
A determined thief in San Diego executed an elaborate scheme to steal a massive collection of rare WWE wrestling action figures valued at over £20,000 from a local collectibles shop.
Why Police Can't Recover Your Stolen Phone
Exclusive investigation reveals why British police struggle to retrieve stolen mobile phones despite advanced tracking technology, as brazen thieves exploit legal loopholes and overwhelmed forces.
International rare books heist uncovered by investigators
An elaborate international crime ring has been exposed after stealing priceless rare books from libraries across Europe and Russia. Discover how investigators cracked the sophisticated heist.
NFL Hawks Stolen from SoFi Stadium - One Recovered
In a bizarre security breach, two prized NFL Hawks were stolen from Los Angeles' SoFi Stadium, with one later recovered in Torrance. The theft has raised serious questions about stadium security.
Brazen thieves steal Chesterfield church roof in daylight raid
Shocking theft at St John the Baptist Church in Brimington sees criminals strip valuable lead roofing in broad daylight, leaving community devastated and facing £20,000 repair bill.
London Phone Thefts Surge 44% in Crime Wave
Exclusive data reveals mobile phone thefts in London have skyrocketed by 44% year-on-year, with organised criminal gangs targeting commuters and tourists in worrying new crime wave.
5 Must-Plant Flowers for UK Butterfly Gardens
Discover the essential blooms every UK gardener needs to attract beautiful butterflies and boost biodiversity in their outdoor space this season.
Great Butterfly Heist: Collector stole thousands from museums
An obsessive butterfly collector executed an elaborate theft of thousands of rare specimens from Australian museums in one of the most audacious natural history crimes ever uncovered.
Middle-class gym thief hunted by victim across London
Jordana Seal's life turned upside down when her purse was stolen from a locked gym locker. Now she's hunting the middle-class thief herself after making shocking discoveries about the culprit's identity and spending spree.
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