Police admit mistakes over Maccabi fan ban
West Midlands Police apologises for 'unintentional errors' in banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans, as Home Secretary loses confidence in Chief Constable. Read the full report.
Category : Crime
Jon Venables Parole Hearing Set for 2026
Jon Venables, one of James Bulger's killers, will have his latest parole bid heard in 2026. The case reopens trauma for the family as the Parole Board assesses his danger to the public.
Ex-Spandau Ballet singer on trial for rape and assault
Ross Davidson, former Spandau Ballet frontman, is on trial for rape and sexual assault. A court heard a woman calmly talked him down from an attack in Thailand. Read the full details.
29 Dogs Dead in Plastic Bags, Three Arrested in Alabama
Three people face over 100 charges after 29 deceased dogs were discovered in plastic bags at an Alabama property, with 24 more found emaciated. Read the shocking details.
Toddler mauled to death by American Bulldog in US
A three-year-old boy died after climbing into a dog enclosure at his grandmother's house. The incident comes as UK police warn of dangerous dog behaviours after a baby was attacked.
Police Admit Mistakes Over Maccabi Fan Ban
West Midlands Police apologises for errors in banning Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from an Aston Villa match, as Home Secretary withdraws confidence from Chief Constable. Read the latest.
Police Boss Keeps Chief Constable Despite 'Damning' Review
West Midlands PCC Simon Foster declines to dismiss Chief Constable Craig Guildford after the Home Secretary lost confidence in him over the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban. Read the full story.
Petrol Bomb Attack in Newry Kills Dog, Injures Man
A family's pet dog was killed and a man suffered serious burns in a petrol bomb attack on a house in Newry, Northern Ireland. Police are investigating the arson. Read the full story.
Safety Supervisor Killed Pedestrian at 56mph in 30 Zone
A road safety supervisor faces trial for causing death by careless driving after hitting a pedestrian at nearly twice the speed limit in Southampton. The trial continues.
Royal Mail worker assaulted in New Mills parcel robbery
A Royal Mail postwoman was punched and parcels stolen from her van in Newtown. Derbyshire Police are hunting two suspects disguised as road workers. Share any footage.
Woman Denies False Abuse Claims Against Ex-Politicians
Esther Baker pleads not guilty to four counts of perverting the course of justice, denying she fabricated sexual abuse allegations against two former politicians. Full court details.
West Midlands PCC Keeps Chief Constable After Home Secretary Criticism
West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster declines to sack Chief Constable Craig Guildford, despite the Home Secretary losing confidence in him over a controversial match ban. A public accountability meeting is set for 27 January 2026.
Actor John Alford jailed for sexually assaulting teenagers
Ex-London's Burning star John Alford sentenced to eight-and-a-half years for sexually assaulting two girls, aged 14 and 15, at a 2022 party. Read the full court details.
Gilgo Beach suspect's chilling first night in custody detailed
New court documents reveal Rex Heuermann's bizarrely calm first night in custody after his arrest for the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Discover the details of his junk food meal and five-hour sleep.
Actor John Alford jailed for cocaine supply plot
Former London's Burning star John Alford sentenced to 30 months for involvement in a cocaine supply conspiracy in St Albans. Read the full court details.
90s star John Alford jailed for teen sex assaults
Former Grange Hill actor John Alford, once a 90s heartthrob, has been sentenced to eight and a half years for sexually assaulting two teenage girls. Read the full story of his shocking fall from grace.
Chiara Ferragni Acquitted in Pandorogate Fraud Case
Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been acquitted of aggravated fraud charges in the high-profile Pandorogate trial. Read the full story on the verdict and its impact.
Ex-Grange Hill star John Alford jailed for child sex offences
Former Grange Hill actor John Alford, 54, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for sexually assaulting two girls, aged 14 and 15. Read the full details of the case and the victims' impact statements.
Actor John Alford jailed for sexually abusing two girls
Former London's Burning star John Alford sentenced to eight and a half years for sexually assaulting two teenagers. Read the full court details and victim impact statements.
Ship Captain Delayed Evasive Action in Fatal Collision
A container ship captain is on trial for manslaughter after an 'entirely avoidable' collision with an anchored oil tanker near the Humber. One crewman died in the resulting inferno.
Ex-TV star John Alford jailed for child sex offences
Actor John Alford, known for Grange Hill and London's Burning, sentenced to eight-and-a-half years for sex with a 14-year-old and assaulting a 15-year-old. Read the full court details.
Sentence doubled after cocaine found in killer's home
Steven Vonk had his prison term increased after officers discovered a large stash of cocaine during his arrest for a fatal unprovoked attack. Read the full court details.
Barry Morphew pleads not guilty to wife's murder
Barry Morphew, accused of killing his wife Suzanne in 2020, has entered a not guilty plea for a second time. The case is set for trial in October after her remains were found in 'The Boneyard'.
BGT Finalist Letitia Cuney Dies in Car Crash
Britain's Got Talent finalist Letitia Cuney and her partner Cheryl Pierre have died from injuries sustained in a Cambridgeshire car crash. A man has been arrested. Read the full tribute.
Child rescued after car stolen with her sleeping inside
An eight-year-old girl was found unharmed after a thief stole her mother's car while she slept in the backseat. Police issue urgent safety warning to all parents.
Brenda Andrew to be executed after appeal fails
Brenda Andrew, convicted of orchestrating her husband's murder for insurance money, will face the death penalty after a court upheld her conviction. Read the full story.
Man gets probation for toddler's death in Las Vegas
A Las Vegas man receives five years' probation for killing his girlfriend's 17-month-old son. Prosecutors cited weak evidence and inconsistent witness statements. Read the full story.
Mahmood Urges Police Chief to Resign Over Maccabi Ban
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calls for West Midlands Police chief to resign after a damning report into the ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans. Read the full details.
Home Secretary loses confidence in police chief
Shabana Mahmood says West Midlands Police chief constable Craig Guildford 'no longer has my confidence' after damning review into Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban. Read the full story.
Cold Case Solved: Former Mayor's Remains Identified After 20 Years
Skeletal remains found on a Washington beach in 2006 have been identified as Clarence 'Ed' Asher, a former Oregon mayor. Advanced DNA genealogy finally solved the decades-old mystery.
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