Brothers Jailed for 1984 Murder of Civil Servant 'for Fun'
Two brothers were sentenced to life for killing Anthony Littler in 1984. Their younger brother reported them 29 years later after a family dispute, leading to their conviction.
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Brothers Jailed for 1984 Murder After Sibling's Tip-Off
Michael Stewart, 57, and Anthony Stewart, 60, were sentenced to life for murdering civil servant Anthony Littler in 1984. Their younger brother revealed their secret 29 years later.
Inquest Opens into Death of John Anthony Mongan in Welshpool
An inquest has opened into the death of John Anthony Mongan, 49, who died after an incident in Welshpool town centre. A 22-year-old man has been charged with murder.
Man Hospitalised After Stabbing in Cardenden, Fife
A man was taken to hospital after a stabbing in Cardenden, Fife, early Friday. Armed police responded, and a 24-year-old man was arrested. Enquiries continue.
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Brit Teen Dies After Athens Hotel Balcony Fall
A 17-year-old British boy has died after falling from a hotel balcony in Athens. He sustained multiple injuries and was hospitalized in critical condition.
Brothers Jailed for 1984 Hate Crime Murder After Bugging
Michael Stewart, 57, and Anthony Stewart, 60, were sentenced to life for the 1984 murder of Anthony Littler, a hate crime targeting men they believed to be gay. A breakthrough came after 29 years when a brother came forward, and police used covert bugging
Finley Brookman found dead in woodland, inquest hears
Finley Brookman, 21, was found dead in woodland in Neath Port Talbot. An inquest has been opened and adjourned, with tributes pouring in from the football and rugby communities.
Body Found in Parked Car in Bradford; Death Unexplained
A body was found in a parked car off Cemetery Road, Bradford, on July 9. Police are treating the death as unexplained and enquiries are in early stages.
Essex Siblings Hit with £209k Bill for Neighbour's Trees
Three siblings in Essex must pay £209,000 after cutting down neighbours' 33ft Leylandii trees in a boundary dispute, with the judge condemning their 'bullying' behaviour.
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Glasgow Police Warn of Hate Crime Amid Protests
Police warn of hate crime and violent disorder after protests in Glasgow over alleged sex attacks. A commentator says the city is 'about to explode' as officers deploy to multiple incidents.
Murder probe after teen dies in Gorseinon car and bike crash
A murder investigation has been launched after an 18-year-old died and another was injured in a crash involving a car and an off-road bike in Gorseinon, Swansea. An 18-year-old man has been arrested.
High Court Battle Over Cremation Vs Burial for London Rail Worker
High Court hears dispute between partner and mother of London rail worker over cremation or burial after his suicide.
Outback Wrangler Star Matt Wright Jailed for 10 Months Over Helicopter Crash Cover-Up
Outback Wrangler star Matt Wright sentenced to 10 months' jail for attempting to pervert justice after a fatal helicopter crash that killed his co-star.
Family of Lilly Jones, 14, Pays Heartbreaking Tribute After Murder
The family of 14-year-old Lilly Jones, found dead in Duffryn Park, Blaina, says 'heartbroken doesn't come close' after a boy, 14, was charged with murder.
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Man charged with murder of woman missing since 1998
Trevor Dunkley, 66, has been charged with murdering Patricia Lashley, a mother-of-seven who vanished from Dudley in September 1998. He is due in court on Monday.
David Bryant Wrongly Jailed, Conviction Quashed
David Bryant, a former fire officer, was wrongly jailed for a sexual attack in the 1970s. His conviction was quashed in 2016 after new evidence revealed the accuser was a chronic liar.
Man charged with 1998 murder of mother-of-seven Patricia Lashley
Trevor Dunkley, 66, has been charged with the murder of Patricia Lashley, who vanished near her home in Dudley in September 1998. He is due in court on July 13.
Prison worker jailed for snooping on notorious criminals' files
Courtney Harrison, 27, received a 21-month prison sentence for illegally accessing the confidential records of Britain's most notorious criminals, including Lucy Letby, Harold Shipman, and Rose West, at HMP Moorland.
Murder Inquiry After Failsworth Stabbing Victim Dies
Steven Dossett, 40, was stabbed on Hale Lane in Failsworth on June 19 and died in hospital on July 4. Greater Manchester Police have launched a murder investigation.
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Replica Mosque on Bonfire Treated as Hate Crime by Police
Police in Northern Ireland are treating the placement of a replica mosque on a loyalist bonfire in Moygashel, Co Tyrone, as a hate-motivated criminal offence. A 56-year-old man has been arrested.
Corrie Bosses Excited Over New £2bn Man Utd Stadium Next Door
Coronation Street bosses are 'excited' as the new £2bn Manchester United stadium is built next to the soap's set, with minimal filming disruption expected.
Murder Probe After Man Stabbed to Death in South London
A murder investigation has been launched after a man in his 20s died from a stab wound following a fight on a south London street. Three men have been arrested.
Murder Probe After Oldham Stabbing Victim Dies
A murder investigation has been launched after Steven Dossett, 40, died a month after being stabbed in Failsworth, Oldham. Four men and a woman have been arrested and bailed.
Lammy Announces Reforms to Tackle Courts Emergency as Backlog Nears 100,000
David Lammy announces reforms to tackle courts emergency, including reduced jury trials and £550m for victims, as backlog nears 100,000.
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England's Quansah Banned for Two World Cup Games
England defender Jarrell Quansah has been suspended for two matches by FIFA following his red card against Mexico, ruling him out of the World Cup quarter-final against Norway and potentially the semi-final.
Family of Lilly Jones Pays Tribute to 'Beautiful' Girl
The family of alleged murder victim Lilly Jones, 14, called her 'the most beautiful, kind, and caring little girl' after her body was found in a Blaina park. A 14-year-old boy has been charged with murder.
Mummified Sex Offender Found Dead in Caravan After Manhunt
The mummified body of sex offender Richard Scatchard was found in a caravan six months after he went missing following the death of his partner Kelly Faiers, an inquest heard.
Brit, 88, dies after Tenerife mugging in front of wife
An 88-year-old British man died after being pushed into a car during a mugging in Tenerife. Three suspects have been arrested, and one remains in custody.
UK to Close Deportation Loophole for Rochdale Grooming Gang Leader
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood plans to amend the Immigration Act to deport Shabir Ahmed, but Pakistan's refusal to accept him remains a hurdle.
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Maddy Cusack asked chaplain to keep talks secret, inquest hears
Maddy Cusack repeatedly asked Sheffield United's former chaplain not to inform the club she was speaking to him, an inquest into her death has heard.
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