Rat Infestation Costs Scots Police £500k
Police Scotland faces a growing rodent infestation crisis, diverting half a million pounds from its strained budget to emergency pest control services in stations and fleet vehicles.
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Dad's Plea: "I Didn't Kill My Daughter" on Christmas Day
A father accused of murdering his 21-year-old daughter on Christmas Day makes an emotional plea from prison, claiming her death was a tragic accident as he faces trial.
Three Men Charged in Westminster Teenage Rape Case
Three men have been formally charged in connection with the alleged rape of a teenage girl in Westminster. The Metropolitan Police confirm the charges following a thorough investigation into the serious sexual assault.
Whitley Bay Funfair Evacuated After Police Incident
A major police incident forced the sudden evacuation of a popular funfair in Whitley Bay. Eyewitnesses report a heavy emergency service presence and a man being detained. Get the latest updates.
Parents arrested for murder after reporting baby kidnapped
Rebecca and Jake Haro, parents who reported their baby kidnapped, now face murder charges as California police unravel a web of lies and a grim discovery.
Sarah Payne's killer used 'hide & seek' ruse to lure her
Roy Whiting, the depraved killer of eight-year-old Sarah Payne, used a twisted game of hide and seek to abduct her from a country lane in West Sussex, as revealed in a new book. The monster's calculated deception is detailed for the first time.
Armed Police Ambush Machete Robbers in Dramatic Takedown
Shocking bodycam footage reveals the moment armed Metropolitan Police officers swarm two machete-wielding robbers in a meticulously planned takedown in South London. The duo, who targeted a delivery driver, were sentenced to a combined 15 years.
Dog Walker Chased by Masked Gang Before Fatal Stabbing
CCTV footage captures the harrowing final moments of a dog walker pursued by three masked assailants in Walthamstow, minutes before he was stabbed to death in a suspected targeted attack.
Urgent Hunt For One-Eyed Rape Suspect - Do Not Approach
An urgent manhunt is underway for a one-eyed suspect, Terence Papworth, after a teenage girl was raped in a park. Police warn the public not to approach him and to call 999 immediately.
Wes Streeting Mugged in Knife-Point Robbery in London
Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting was violently mugged in a 'terrifying' knife-point robbery in Ilford, East London. The Labour MP was unharmed but shaken following the attack, which is now under a full Metropolitan Police investigation.
Ilford Restaurant Arson: Two Arrested After Deliberate Fire
Police have arrested two individuals following a suspected arson attack on a restaurant in Ilford, East London. The fire, believed to have been started deliberately, caused significant damage to the property.
Uncle Stabs Brother to Death in Family Tragedy
In a chilling case of familial violence, Karla Doyle recounts the traumatic moment her uncle, Paul Doyle, fatally stabbed her father, Patrick Doyle, during a violent altercation in their family home. The emotional trial reveals a tragic story of a fractur
Man charged with murder after woman found dead in Westminster
A 22-year-old man has been charged with murder following the discovery of a woman's body on a residential street in Westminster. Police were called to the scene in the early hours, launching a major investigation.
£20k reward in London Ladbroke Grove shooting probe
London's Metropolitan Police have launched a fresh appeal and increased a Crimestoppers reward to £20,000 for information leading to the arrest of a suspect in the 2022 Ladbroke Grove shooting.
Human Remains Discovered in Lytham: Police Probe
Lancashire Police have launched a probe after suspected human remains were found by a member of the public on Fairhaven Road in Lytham. Forensic teams are conducting a thorough examination of the scene.
Children's remains found buried under Wolverhampton home
Police have launched a major investigation after the skeletal remains of two children were discovered buried beneath the floorboards of a house in Wolverhampton, in a case that has shocked the local community.
Lancashire Police data breach: Officers used personal emails
Exclusive: A major data breach investigation is underway at Lancashire Constabulary after officers were found using personal email accounts to share highly sensitive information, including intelligence on organised crime and protected witnesses.
Death Row Exoneree Reveals 31-Year Ordeal of Wrongful Conviction
Exclusive: After 31 years on death row for a crime he didn't commit, Glynn Simmons shares his traumatic journey through America's flawed justice system and his fight for compensation.
Goulburn Double Murder: Teen Charged Over Mother and Son Deaths
A quiet street in Goulburn, NSW, becomes a crime scene as police investigate the shocking double murder of a 41-year-old mother and her 13-year-old son. A 19-year-old man, known to the victims, has been charged.
Armed suspect on run after California desert shootout with deputies
A major police manhunt is underway in Southern California's desert after a suspect opened fire on San Bernardino County deputies and fled into the wilderness near Palm Springs.
Woman's Suspicious Death in Brisbane's Taigum Under Investigation
Queensland Police are investigating the suspicious death of a woman after her body was discovered at a Taigum residence, with a crime scene declared and forensic officers on site.
Driver arrested after car mounts pavement in Middlesbrough
A driver has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving after a car mounted the pavement on a busy Middlesbrough road, sparking a significant police response and road closures.
Family tribute to woman stabbed to death in Westminster
A murder investigation is underway after a woman was found with fatal stab wounds in Westminster. Her devastated family has released an emotional tribute to their 'beautiful daughter and sister' as police work to apprehend a suspect.
Pregnant Woman Shot Dead in Ohio, Three Arrested
Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 33-year-old pregnant woman in North Ridgeville, Ohio. The victim, who was eight months pregnant, tragically succumbed to her injuries.
El Chapo Whines About Lack of Sunlight in US Supermax Prison
Notorious Sinaloa cartel kingpin Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán complains about perpetual darkness and harsh conditions from his Colorado ADX Florence cell, in a rare letter obtained by The Mirror.
Man jailed for murder after driving with girlfriend's body in car
Benjamin McLelland murdered his partner, Kelly May, then embarked on a macabre journey around Scotland with her remains in his vehicle before finally disposing of her body.
Detroit Hospital Shooting: Manhunt for Gunman Underway
Police launch massive search for suspect Mario Green after a shooting incident at Henry Ford Hospital leaves one injured. Staff and patients secure as authorities scour Detroit area.
Parents arrested for murder of own son, 8, after fake kidnap
Emmanuel Haro's parents face justice after a twisted alleged kidnapping scheme turns to murder. Read the full, chilling details of the case that has horrified California.
Mississippi Navy Shipyard Shooting Leaves Worker Dead
A tragic shooting at a US Navy-contracted shipyard in Mississippi leaves one worker dead and another injured. The suspected gunman, a disgruntled employee, was later found deceased from a self-inflicted wound.
Arrest after violent attack at Rufus Du Sol London concert
A shocking outbreak of violence at the acclaimed Rufus Du Sol concert at London's O2 Arena sees a man arrested after a security guard is brutally attacked, leaving him with serious injuries. Exclusive details on the investigation.
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