Pensioner loses £20k to fake doctor romance scam
A vulnerable 72-year-old woman lost her life savings to a sophisticated online romance scam after being 'love-bombed' by a man posing as a humanitarian doctor in Somalia.
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Pensioner, 86, killed in Iceland supermarket car park
An elderly shopper dies after being struck by a vehicle at an Iceland car park in North London, sparking police investigation and community mourning.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Hitman arrested after girlfriend's brutal stabbing murder
EXCLUSIVE: A man operating as a professional hitman has been arrested for the brutal stabbing murder of his girlfriend, exposing his terrifying double life as police uncover his alleged assassination business.
Carer jailed for fleecing £300k from pensioner
A so-called carer who systematically drained an elderly woman's life savings of £300,000 while pretending to be her friend has been sentenced to prison in a shocking case of elder abuse.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Pensioners
UK pensioners are being warned about sophisticated text message scams impersonating DWP and HMRC, attempting to steal personal and financial information through fake Winter Fuel Payment offers.
Pensioner 'sucker punched' in Poundbury smell dispute
An 83-year-old man was violently assaulted by his neighbour in an upmarket Poundbury village over a long-running smell complaint, with the court hearing how the victim was 'sucker punched' while his husband pointed a walking stick like a rifle.
93-year-old father shares joy of raising young child
In an extraordinary story of modern family life, 93-year-old John reveals the challenges and joys of raising a young child, defying conventional expectations about age and parenting.
TikTok star HSTikkyTokky arrested after police chase
Popular TikTok influencer HSTikkyTokky faces serious charges after dramatic police pursuit through residential areas, failing to appear in court for previous dangerous driving offences.
Schoolgirl sisters beat pensioner to death in savage attack
Exclusive investigation reveals how two academically promising sisters descended into brutal violence, beating an innocent 71-year-old man to death in a horrific attack that shocked the nation.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Claim Up to £600
Essential guide to the Winter Fuel Payment and Cold Weather Payment schemes - discover if you're eligible for up to £600 to help with heating bills this winter.
Kentucky Sheriff Arrested for Drunk Driving
In a shocking twist of irony, Kentucky Sheriff Terry Gray faces drunk driving charges after being pulled over by his own deputies, sending shockwaves through the law enforcement community.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Exact Dates Confirmed
The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the payment schedule for Winter Fuel Payments and Pensioner Cost of Living support. Discover when you'll receive up to £600 to help with heating bills this winter.
Pensioner's miracle escape at father's funeral
A 68-year-old man cheated death when an out-of-control vehicle smashed into mourners gathered outside a church funeral service in Birstall, Leicestershire.
Fake TikTok lawyer jailed for killing OAP in crash
A dangerous fraudster who killed a pensioner in a catastrophic collision has been sentenced after brazenly impersonating a legal professional on social media while awaiting trial.
Winter Fuel Payment 2024: Dates & Amounts
Everything you need to know about Winter Fuel Payments for 2024-25 - including who qualifies, how much you'll get, and when payments will hit bank accounts as heating costs remain high.
Ambulance worker jailed for stealing from elderly patients
A Welsh ambulance service worker has been convicted after systematically stealing from elderly patients during emergency call-outs, including stealing aftershave from a 94-year-old man.
Starmer criticised over response to racist conference remark
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces criticism after failing to immediately challenge a retiree's inflammatory comment about 'people coming into this country' during a Q&A session at the party's conference in Liverpool.
Step-son's neglect led to pensioner's tragic death
A vulnerable pensioner died in squalid conditions after his step-son, entrusted as his carer, abandoned him without food or proper care in their Kent home.
Pensioner dies in inheritance feud with stepson
A 74-year-old man died following a physical altercation with his stepson during a bitter argument about a cottage inheritance from his late wife, a court hears in tragic case.
Bingo Night Brawl: Pensioners Clash in Community Hall Chaos
Shocking scenes unfolded at a community bingo evening when a heated dispute over numbers escalated into a full-scale physical altercation, sending elderly players scrambling for safety as furniture flew across the room.
Tesco driver hailed a hero for rescue from burning car
A quick-thinking Tesco delivery driver is hailed a hero after pulling an 80-year-old woman and her dog from a burning car following a dramatic crash in West Sussex.
Fears for missing British pensioner in Costa del Sol
Concerns are mounting for missing British expat David Sillars, 73, who disappeared after leaving a bar in Manilva, Costa del Sol. Spanish police and locals have launched a major search operation.
BBC Warning: Millions Could Lose £218 DWP Payment
The BBC has alerted nearly seven million Britons about a critical deadline that could see them lose significant financial support. Here's how to protect your payments.
British Gran Quizzed in Germany Over Madeleine McCann Tip
EXCLUSIVE: A British grandmother has been questioned by UK police in Germany as part of the Madeleine McCann investigation, following a tip linking prime suspect Christian Brueckner to the disappearance.
TikTok Star HSTikkyTokky Arrested Over Child Payments
Exclusive: TikTok sensation HSTikkyTokky was detained at a UK airport for alleged non-payment of child support, sparking a major social media frenzy and fan outrage.
Rogue Traders Jailed For £15k Pensioner Garden Scam
A ruthless gang of rogue traders who preyed on a vulnerable pensioner, leaving her garden in a 'terrible mess' and conning her out of £15,000, have been jailed. Read the full story of the investigation and sentencing.
Woman jailed for 'wicked' scam on dementia sufferer, 92
A deceitful woman has been sentenced to prison for a heartless con, stealing thousands from a 92-year-old dementia sufferer by posing as a carer. The judge condemned her 'evil' actions in a case that highlights the vulnerability of the elderly.
Pensioner's 5G mast health nightmare in Shropshire
A 74-year-old grandmother from Shropshire claims a newly erected 15m telecoms mast near her home has triggered a devastating health crisis, leaving her with chronic pain, nausea, and an inability to sleep, in a case igniting the 5G safety debate.
Ukrainian grandmother detained by FSB on bomb plot charges
Exclusive: A 70-year-old Ukrainian grandmother faces life imprisonment after being arrested by the FSB, accused of plotting to bomb a Russian railway. Her family insists she is an innocent pensioner caught in a geopolitical conflict.
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