Armed Police at Plymouth Schools After Knife Report
Armed officers and riot vans responded to two schools in Plymouth after reports of a person with a knife. Pupils were told to remain on site as police secured the area.
Category : Police
Man admits attempted murder of soldier in Kent
Anthony Esan, 25, pleads guilty to the attempted murder of Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton outside Brompton Barracks in Chatham. Read the full court details.
Man admits attempted murder of soldier in Kent
Anthony Esan, 25, pleads guilty to the attempted murder of Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton outside Brompton Barracks in Chatham. Read the full court details.
Teen misidentified in fatal Rotherham crash, court told
A coroner hears how a 17-year-old was wrongly named as a fatal crash victim, causing anguish for two families. Police have referred themselves to the watchdog.
Teen misidentified after fatal Rotherham crash, court told
An 18-year-old was wrongly named as a victim of a fatal Rotherham collision after a police identification error, a coroner's court heard. Read the full story.
Police misidentify teen killed in Rotherham car crash
A police error led to the wrong family being told their son died in a Rotherham crash. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is now investigating the identification process.
Driver blames sensor after electric car kills boy, 5
A five-year-old boy died after an electric Volkswagen allegedly surged forward when he touched a sensor, a court hears. The driver denies causing death by careless driving.
Met Officer on Trial for GBH After Taser Incident
A Metropolitan Police officer faces trial for grievous bodily harm after a suspected burglar was tasered, fell from a wall, and was left wheelchair-bound. Read the full court details.
Police error: Family told wrong teen survived Rotherham crash
South Yorkshire Police wrongly informed a family their son survived a fatal crash. The 18-year-old victim was misidentified, leading to a three-week ordeal. The force has referred itself to the police watchdog.
Air gun found after fatal police shooting in Norfolk
The police watchdog reveals a gas-powered air gun was recovered after armed officers shot a 61-year-old man on the A11 near Thetford. An independent investigation is ongoing.
Air gun found after fatal police shooting in Norfolk
The IOPC reveals a gas-powered air gun was recovered after armed officers shot a man dead on the A11 near Thetford. An independent investigation is ongoing.
Human Chain Rescue Saves Woman Trapped Underwater in Wales
A 66-year-old woman was dramatically rescued from treacherous seas at Aberavon Beach after six police officers formed a human chain. Read the full story of this incredible act of bravery.
Jewish anger over Maccabi Tel Aviv match ban in Birmingham
West Midlands Police cancels Maccabi Tel Aviv's friendly in Birmingham, citing safety fears. Jewish leaders condemn the decision as disproportionate and damaging to community relations.
Weinstein Claims Jury Bullying in Bid to Overturn Conviction
Harvey Weinstein returns to a New York court, arguing his 2025 sex crime conviction was tainted by jury bullying. A judge will rule on whether to overturn the verdict or order a new hearing.
Police identity blunder devastates families after crash
A catastrophic police error saw two families wrongly informed about their sons' fates for three weeks after a fatal Rotherham crash. Read the full story of the tragedy and the ongoing investigation.
Met Police vetting failure let rapists join force, review finds
A damning review reveals the Met Police failed to vet over 5,000 recruits, allowing serial rapists like David Carrick to remain officers. Home Secretary calls it a 'dereliction of duty'. Read the full investigation.
Met Police Vetting Failures Let 131 Rogue Officers In
A damning report reveals 131 Met officers committed crimes after vetting shortcuts. Serial rapist David Carrick was among them. Home Secretary orders urgent investigation.
Family's 'unimaginable' ordeal after police misidentify crash victim
The family of Joshua Johnson, 18, speak of their trauma after police wrongly identified another boy as the victim of a fatal Rotherham collision. Read the full story.
Police Misidentify Teen Crash Victim in Yorkshire
The family of Joshua Johnson, 18, speak out after South Yorkshire police mistakenly identified another boy as the victim of a fatal Rotherham car crash. Read their full tribute.
11,000 Arrest Warrants Backlog Strains Police Scotland
Police Scotland faces a crisis with nearly 11,000 outstanding arrest warrants, including for serious crimes, diverting officers from communities. Experts warn the justice system is at breaking point.
Urgent search for two missing teens in Manchester
Greater Manchester Police are increasingly concerned for two missing teenage girls, Caitlyn, 15, and Olivia, 14, last seen in separate locations. Anyone with information is urged to call 101.
Police ID mix-up: Wrong teen declared dead for 22 days
A catastrophic police error saw two families wrongly told which son had died in a Rotherham crash. The mistake was only uncovered weeks later when a teenager awoke from a coma. Read the full investigation.
Police ID mix-up: Wrong teen declared dead for 22 days
A catastrophic police error saw families mourn the wrong son for 22 days after a fatal Rotherham crash. South Yorkshire Police has referred itself to the IOPC.
Inquest: Teenager died of cold water shock in Plymouth
Michael Oppong-Yeboah, 18, died from cold water shock after a night swim with friends off Plymouth's East Hoe beach. The coroner warns of the dangers of entering cold, rough seas.
Police DNA error leaves families grieving wrong teens
A catastrophic police error saw two families mistakenly told the wrong teen had died after a fatal Rotherham car crash. Read the full shocking story of the 22-day mix-up.
Police DNA error leaves families grieving wrong teens
A catastrophic police blunder meant two families spent weeks mourning the wrong sons after a fatal crash. Read the full shocking story of the 22-day mix-up.
Man accused of killing Grindr date 'fell asleep on him'
Josh Baxter, 28, denies manslaughter after Michael Barron, 38, died following a meeting arranged on the dating app. The jury heard he told police he fell asleep on top of his date. Read the full trial details.
Police ID Blunder: 'Dead' Teen Found Alive After 22 Days
A horrific police mix-up saw two families wrongly told their sons' fates after a crash. One planned a funeral for a boy alive in hospital. Read the full story.
Police misidentify teen in fatal crash, families grieve wrong boy
A devastating police error saw two families told the wrong fate of their sons after a fatal car crash in Rotherham. One family planned a funeral for a boy who was alive in hospital. Read the full story.
Man found dead for a week in Bristol homeless hostel
Zaid Jawad's body was discovered in a Bristol Salvation Army hostel a week after he was reported missing. Police and the charity are under scrutiny as an investigation is launched.
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