As Channel 4's iconic soap Brookside returns through a Hollyoaks crossover, we revisit the most controversial storylines that sparked mass complaints and cemented its legacy as British television's most daring drama.
A prominent horse racing trainer was brutally stabbed at Huntingdon Racecourse in a terrifying daylight attack that has sent shockwaves through the racing community, with police launching a major investigation into the security breach.
Exclusive: A terrorist who attacked a Manchester synagogue and stabbed a police officer has died after being shot by armed officers. The shocking incident unfolded in Crumpsall, leaving the community in shock.
A 49-year-old dog walker has been brutally murdered in a quiet Surrey village, with police launching a murder investigation and appealing for witnesses to come forward.
A British tourist faces a terrifying recovery after being brutally stabbed with a screwdriver during a family holiday in Tenerife. The shocking incident has left the victim with serious injuries as local police launch a manhunt for the attacker.
A teenage boy faces life-threatening injuries after being mauled by a crocodile while fishing in a remote Northern Territory location. The 16-year-old was airlifted to hospital in critical condition following the brutal attack.
A 61-year-old businessman remains in custody following the fatal stabbing of his wife at their £800,000 Surrey property. Police continue investigations as neighbours express shock over the domestic tragedy.
Former Strictly professional Graziano Di Prima hospitalised after brutal stabbing in Westminster, as police hunt attacker in shocking celebrity crime.
The heartbroken family of murdered schoolboy Harvey Willgoose speaks out as his teenage killer is sentenced to life imprisonment in emotional court hearing.
A murder investigation is underway in Hornchurch after a woman was found with fatal stab wounds on a residential street. Emergency services rushed to the scene but were unable to save her life.
Shocking details emerge as a sushi chef fights for life after being brutally stabbed at a popular Melbourne restaurant during lunch service, sending customers fleeing.
A shocking random attack at a Ohio supermarket saw a mother and her three-year-old son brutally stabbed by a stranger in what police describe as a completely unprovoked assault.
A 12-year-old boy died after being crushed by a quad bike during a family gathering, an inquest hears as community mourns the devastating loss.
Shocking violence erupts at a Sydney petrol station as a worker is brutally stabbed following a heated argument with a customer. Police launch urgent manhunt for the attacker.
A woman has been hospitalised with serious injuries following a shocking stabbing incident on Melbourne's busy Bourke Street. Police have launched a major operation to locate the attacker who fled the scene.
Two Irish sisters fighting for their lives after brutal double stabbing in Brazil. Shocking details emerge about the attack that left tourists critically wounded.
A Perth man faces multiple charges after two family dogs were brutally stabbed in a violent incident that has shocked the local community. Marcus Norton, 44, remains in custody following the disturbing attack.
A teenage student has been charged with explosives offences following an incident at Westminster City School, prompting a major police response and raising serious safety concerns.
A 33-year-old expectant mother was brutally stabbed to death in her Westminster flat, with her boyfriend arrested on suspicion of murder in a shocking case of suspected domestic violence.
A German mayor is fighting for her life after being brutally stabbed multiple times in a horrific daylight assault allegedly carried out by her own daughter in a quiet Bavarian town.
A German mayor lies critically injured after a brutal stabbing, with police arresting his 17-year-old adopted daughter after discovering blood-stained clothing and a knife in a dramatic investigation.
Egyptian security forces launch manhunt after German tourist critically injured in Hurghada knife attack, with two suspects already in custody as investigation continues.
A devoted stepfather was brutally stabbed to death by his stepdaughter during a heated argument over financial matters, leaving a family torn apart by tragedy.
The popular mayor of Mannheim remains in critical condition after being repeatedly stabbed by multiple assailants in a shocking attack that has rocked the nation.
A Romanian man has pleaded guilty to the random stabbing of an 11-year-old Australian girl while she visited London's Leicester Square with her mother, in a shocking attack that has raised serious security concerns.
A horrific daylight attack in the Bronx claims the life of a 35-year-old father. The victim was fatally stabbed by assailants on a moped in what police are investigating as a potential robbery. The community is left in shock as the hunt for the killers co
A man has been hospitalised with serious injuries following a stabbing at the popular Thorpe Park theme park in Surrey. Police have launched a major investigation and made an arrest as terrified witnesses describe the chaotic scenes.
A mother tells of her terror after her teenage son was brutally stabbed with a samurai sword in a daylight attack in Walsall, as police hunt for the assailant.
A murder investigation is underway after a 17-year-old boy was discovered with fatal stab wounds in a Croydon park. Police are probing potential gang links to the brutal killing.
Greater Manchester Police have launched a murder investigation after a 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in the Moston area. A 21-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.