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.
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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.
WHO: Vape Firms Targeting Children with Sweet Flavours
The World Health Organization exposes how e-cigarette companies are allegedly using child-appealing flavours and sleek designs to create a new generation of nicotine addicts among teenagers.
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.
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.
Monkey Dust Thug's Vicious Pharmacy Attack Caught on CCTV
Exclusive CCTV footage reveals the terrifying moment a 'monkey dust' addict launched a violent attack on a Stoke-on-Trent pharmacist, highlighting Britain's growing synthetic drug crisis.
Middle-class shoplifting epidemic hits UK retailers
Exclusive investigation reveals how affluent professionals are turning to shoplifting for excitement amid cost-of-living pressures, creating a new crime wave hitting UK retailers.
UPFs As Addictive As Drugs - UK Obesity Crisis
Groundbreaking research reveals UPFs create drug-like dependency, with experts calling for urgent government action and warning labels on addictive foods.
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.
Richard Osman: UK Loneliness Epidemic Is a 'Silent Killer'
TV presenter Richard Osman issues a powerful warning about the UK's loneliness crisis, revealing his mother's own heartbreaking struggle and calling for urgent national action.
Bangladesh's Record Dengue Outbreak: 1,476 Dead
Bangladesh faces its worst dengue outbreak on record, with hospitals overwhelmed and fatalities soaring as the virus spreads beyond its typical seasonal peak, raising major public health alarms.
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.
Loneliness Epidemic: Aussies Finding It Harder to Make Friends
Groundbreaking data from the HILDA survey exposes a growing loneliness crisis in Australia, with a sharp decline in social connections and community engagement. Discover the causes and concerning trends.
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.
The Real-Life 'Candy Man' Doctor Who Hooked a Generation
The shocking true story of Dr. Robert Weitzel, the Utah paediatrician who prescribed millions of pills to teenagers in the 1970s, earning him the infamous nickname and sparking a national drug crisis.
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.
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