Man Who Stole Banksy Print to Pay Drug Debt Jailed for 13 Months
Larry Fraser jailed for 13 months for stealing a £270,000 Banksy print from a London gallery to pay a drug debt.
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British Man Admits Stabbing Partner to Death in Italy
British man Michael Whitbread, 75, admits stabbing partner Michele Faiers, 66, to death in Italy, claiming he acted in panic after months of infidelity accusations.
Florida Launches Criminal Probe into Deaths of 31 Sloths at Theme Park
Florida prosecutors investigate deaths of 31 sloths imported for Orlando theme park; animals died in unheated warehouse.
Love Island Star Re-Arrested Over Alleged Witness Tampering
Love Island star re-arrested on suspicion of perverting the course of justice amid ongoing sexual assault and stalking investigation.
US 'Queen of the Con' Convicted of £115k Fraud in Northern Ireland
Marianne 'Mair' Smyth, dubbed the 'Queen of the Con', convicted in Northern Ireland for defrauding victims of over £115,000.
World Cup Delivery Thefts Surge 92% in June
Parcel thefts in the UK rose 92% in June 2026, with thieves targeting World Cup and Prime Day deliveries. Over 2,800 thefts were reported in summer 2025, with average stolen parcel value at £138.
Serial Thief Targets London Gym-Goers, Stealing Thousands
BBC investigation finds serial thief stealing from London gym lockers, using phones to bypass bank security and drain accounts of thousands.
Postal Workers Join Forces with Police to Combat Rural Crime
Royal Mail staff in Hampshire trial scheme to report suspicious activity on rounds, aiding police in reducing rural crime.
Louis Tomlinson Duped by Criminal Gang in Doncaster Rovers Takeover Fraud, Court Hears
Louis Tomlinson was duped by a criminal gang in a fraudulent takeover bid for Doncaster Rovers FC, using stolen pension money.
Man, 28, Charged with Arson After Fire at Labour MP's Office
Joshua Oliver, 28, charged with arson after fire at Labour MP Sharon Hodgson's office in Washington, Tyne and Wear.
Bulgarian Pickpocket Gang Arrested At Selfridges London
Bulgarian pickpocket gang arrested at Selfridges London after stealing £1,000 handbag. Three women jailed for 51 weeks combined.
Police Hunt Gang After Terrifying Home Invasion in Chislehurst
Police hunt four men who threatened a family with violence during a home invasion in Chislehurst, London, stealing jewellery and a safe.
Australian Tourist Sparks Outrage by Drinking Beer Offering at Japanese Grave
Australian tourist Lochie Jones faces backlash and police inquiry after drinking a beer offering at a Japanese grave, prompting an embassy warning.
Gang Guilty Of Murdering Greek Tourist In Bonnie Blue Mansion
Five gang members found guilty of murdering Greek tourist Antonis Antoniadis in a botched robbery in New Cross, London.
Six Charged Over Edinburgh Gangland Attacks
Six people have been charged in connection with three incidents in Edinburgh, including a car rammed into a house and set on fire, as part of an alleged gang war.
Kyren Wilson Withdraws from Event After Home Burglary
Kyren Wilson withdrew from the Championship League Snooker event after burglars stole luxury watches, jewellery, and £2,000 cash meant for charity from his home.
Kyren Wilson Burgled During Championship League Snooker
World snooker champion Kyren Wilson withdrew from the Championship League after his home was burgled while he played, with thieves stealing watches, a necklace, and charity cash.
Julio Iglesias accused of ordering female staff to undergo STI tests
Julio Iglesias faces new claims he ordered female staff to undergo STI tests, amid sexual assault allegations from two former employees.
Man Jailed for Raping Two Sleeping Teenage Girls in Flintshire
Stefan Dobandi, 20, jailed for 10 years for raping two sleeping teenage girls in Flintshire; judge cites arrogance and lack of remorse.
The Great Butterfly Heist: Collector Stole Thousands From Museums
How Colin Wyatt, a gentleman collector, stole thousands of butterflies from Australian museums, including a fake flame hairstreak discovered in 2016.
Man Charged After Allegedly Swallowing Fabergé James Bond Pendant
A New Zealand man is charged with theft after allegedly swallowing a Fabergé James Bond pendant worth over $33,500.
Wiltshire Serial Fraudster and Shoplifter Who Made More Than £500k Jailed
Narinder Kaur, 54, jailed for 10 years for shoplifting and refund fraud totalling over £500,000 across England and Wales.
Soldier Stole £28,000 from Mother with Dementia to Fund Lego Habit
Martyn Walker stole over £28,000 from his dementia-suffering mother to fund his Lego collection, receiving a suspended prison sentence.
International Rare Books Heist: 170 Russian Classics Stolen from European Libraries
170 rare Russian books stolen from European libraries in a sophisticated heist spanning 2022-2023, with thieves using fake identities and facsimiles.
Tourist Foils Phone Thief In Buenos Aires Street Drama
Tourist in Buenos Aires intervenes as phone thief is caught by angry crowd, leading to instant karma.
Tartan Army Plea After Scotland Fan's Wheelchair Stolen
A Scotland supporter's wheelchair was taken from a storage area at Gillette Stadium during the World Cup match against Morocco. The Tartan Army is appealing for its return.
Faceless Infant Jesus Stolen From Brussels Nativity
Faceless infant Jesus stolen from Brussels Nativity scene, sparking controversy over its 'zombie' design.
Greggs Removes Self-Service Cabinets in Shoplifting Hotspots
Greggs removes self-service cabinets in shoplifting hotspots, as PM Starmer announces new measures to tackle retail crime.
Marco Pierre White Jr Jailed for £60k Burglary Spree to Fund Drug Habit
Marco Pierre White Jr jailed for three years and five months for a £60,000 burglary spree to fund his drug habit, including theft of fossils and Jellycat toys.
Dozens of Toys Recalled in UK After Asbestos Found in Play Sand
Over 30 children's toys recalled in UK after asbestos found in play sand sold by Hobbycraft, prompting safety concerns and government action.
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