Met Police smash international phone smuggling ring
London police disrupt sophisticated criminal network exporting stolen smartphones to Dubai and Hong Kong in record-breaking operation recovering thousands of devices.
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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.
Phone Theft Kingpins Exported 40,000 Mobiles to China
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated criminal network behind half of UK's stolen smartphones, with dramatic police raids uncovering multi-million pound export operation shipping devices to China.
£3M stolen phone export gang smashed by police
Organised crime gang exporting stolen smartphones worth millions to Middle East and Africa dismantled in major police operation across London and Birmingham.
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.
Qualcomm cuts Apple & Samsung smartphone royalty payments
Semiconductor leader Qualcomm has dramatically reduced royalty rates for Apple and Samsung smartphones, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape and consumer pricing across the UK mobile market.
Apple pays Samsung in surprise patent settlement
In a dramatic legal twist, Apple has been ordered to compensate rival Samsung Electronics following a major smartphone patent dispute, revealing unexpected financial dynamics between tech giants.
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.
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.
Leonardo da Vinci masterpiece stolen from Edinburgh palace
A multi-million pound Leonardo da Vinci drawing has been stolen from the Palace of Holyroodhouse in a sophisticated overnight theft, sparking a major police investigation and international art alert.
Thief steals phone from mother's pocket in shop
Shocking CCTV footage captures the moment a daring thief steals a phone from an unsuspecting mother's pocket while she browses clothing with her baby. Police are hunting the suspect after the daylight theft in a family-friendly store.
Mum stops thief stealing car with her child inside
A quick-thinking mother in San Antonio bravely confronted a car thief who attempted to drive off with her two-year-old son still in the vehicle. The dramatic incident, captured on CCTV, unfolded in a matter of seconds.
Pub laptop thieves jailed for City of London theft spree
Two brazen thieves have been sentenced to prison for a series of thefts targeting laptops and phones from unsuspecting patrons at a busy City of London pub. Learn how their crime spree was ended.
Serial Thieves' Rucksack Scam Exposed in London Pub Heist
CCTV captures the moment two serial thieves targeted a North London pub, using a clever rucksack ruse to steal hundreds of pounds in a sophisticated distraction theft.
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL Review: The AI Superphone Arrives
An in-depth look at the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, exploring its revolutionary AI features, magnetic upgrades, and whether it truly earns its 'superphone' status against rivals like Apple and Samsung.
Tech Neck Epidemic: Smartphones Crippling Millions
Exclusive: Millions of Brits are developing permanent 'tech neck' from smartphone overuse, causing chronic pain, spinal damage and early arthritis. Experts reveal shocking symptoms and vital prevention tips.
Has Apple's Minimalist Obsession Killed the iPhone?
A deep dive into how Apple's relentless pursuit of minimalism and a 'less is more' ethos has stripped the iPhone of its personality, creating a generation of indistinguishable, joyless devices. Explore the cultural cost of tech uniformity.
Urgent Warning: New Car Theft Epidemic Sweeps UK
Motorists across Britain are being targeted by a sophisticated new keyless car theft method. Learn how criminals are exploiting this shocking vulnerability and the essential steps to protect your vehicle.
Lime Bike Gangs Steal Parcel Shelves in London Crime Spree
Organised criminal gangs on rental e-bikes are targeting affluent London neighbourhoods, smashing car windows to steal a specific and unusual part – the parcel shelf – in a bizarre new crimewave confounding police and luxury vehicle owners.
Builder cleared in Banksy theft case: 'Thought it was rubbish'
A builder accused of stealing a Banksy artwork worth over £500,000 has been cleared of all charges after a court heard he believed it was discarded rubbish. The full story behind the high-profile Islington case.
UK drivers warned: Check under car to avoid costly theft
Motorists across Britain are being urgently warned about a sophisticated new theft technique targeting catalytic converters. Learn how to protect your vehicle from this rising crime wave.
British Tourists Steal £12k Watch at Gunpoint in Thailand
A gang of British tourists in Phuket, Thailand, orchestrated a violent robbery, ramming a US lawyer's motorcycle before stealing his £12,000 luxury watch at gunpoint. Shocking CCTV captures the entire attack.
Neighbour Stole My Parcel - My Genius Revenge Plan
A furious UK resident reveals the shocking moment they caught their neighbour red-handed stealing their Amazon package - and the genius way they got revenge and recovered their property.
Urgent car key warning for all UK drivers
Motorists across Britain are being warned that a common habit with their car keys is making them a prime target for tech-savvy thieves using 'relay attacks'.
High-tech car theft gang jailed for £1.7m vehicle crime spree
A sophisticated car theft gang has been sentenced for stealing 73 high-value vehicles using electronic gadgets while owners slept. Discover how they operated and the police operation that brought them down.
Priceless Silver Abraham Lincoln Statue Stolen in Heist
A historic, solid silver statue of President Abraham Lincoln has been stolen from a museum in Louisiana, with authorities launching a major investigation into the audacious theft.
CCTV: Scooter pensioner steals steaks after court let-off
Shocking CCTV footage reveals a pensioner on a mobility scooter brazenly stealing high-value steaks from a Tesco Express in Kent, just days after being let off for a similar offence. The audacious theft has sparked outrage and raised questions about justi
Police dismantle £3m rural crime gang in dramatic raids
Exclusive: Wiltshire Police dismantle a sophisticated organised crime group behind a massive wave of agricultural and construction equipment thefts across the South West, making multiple arrests in a major operation.
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