Police have successfully dismantled an international gang suspected of smuggling up to 40,000 stolen mobile phones from the UK to China in the past year. The Metropolitan Police carried out the largest operation against phone thefts in the UK, resulting in the arrest of 18 suspects and the recovery of over 2,000 stolen devices. Authorities… Continue reading One iPhone led police to gang who sent 40,000 snatched phones to China
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'Psychosis' claim for man accused of murdering Scot in LA
The defense team for Jonathan Renteria, a man accused of killing his Scottish wife in Los Angeles, has suggested that he may have been in a state of psychosis at the time of the incident. June Bunyan, 37, who hailed from Arran, was discovered dead on 11 September with severe neck injuries. Authorities in LA… Continue reading 'Psychosis' claim for man accused of murdering Scot in LA
St Fagans: Bronze Age gold jewellery stolen from musuem
A recent burglary at St Fagans National Museum of History in Cardiff, Wales, has resulted in the theft of Bronze Age gold jewellery and other valuable items. South Wales Police were alerted to the incident around 00:30 BST on Monday, where it was discovered that two suspects had forcefully entered the main building and made… Continue reading St Fagans: Bronze Age gold jewellery stolen from musuem
Vape caused fire that killed Chamiah Brindley, 6, court hears
An inquest revealed that a tragic house fire that took the life of a six-year-old girl named Chamiah Brindley, known affectionately as Miah, was caused by a vape pen left charging in her room. The blaze occurred in the early hours of September 10, 2024, on the third floor of her home in Bedale Drive,… Continue reading Vape caused fire that killed Chamiah Brindley, 6, court hears
No 10 denies government involved in collapse of China spying case
Two men accused of being Chinese spies had charges against them dropped by prosecutors in September, leading to denials from Downing Street about any government involvement in the collapse of the trial. Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, who both denied the accusations, had been facing charges under the Official Secrets Act since April 2024. Several… Continue reading No 10 denies government involved in collapse of China spying case
Man arrested over suspected arson at Peacehaven mosque
A suspected arsonist has been taken into custody after a fire broke out at a mosque in East Sussex. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, with Sussex Police confirming that a 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life. CCTV images of two suspects had been released by officers following… Continue reading Man arrested over suspected arson at Peacehaven mosque
Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann 'stalked missing girl's parents'
During the trial at Leicester Crown Court, it was revealed that a Polish national, Karen Spragg, and Julia Wandelt had engaged in a relentless campaign of harassment against Kate and Gerry McCann, the parents of missing child Madeleine McCann. Over a span of two and a half years, the defendants allegedly sent emails, made phone… Continue reading Woman who claimed to be Madeleine McCann 'stalked missing girl's parents'
Rich Kids of Instagram star jailed for handbag scam
A man from Cheshire who likened himself to the Kardashian family and scammed victims out of thousands of pounds for designer handbags has been sentenced to jail. Jack Watkin, 26, who previously resided on Wilmslow Road in Alderley Edge, funded his lavish lifestyle by deceiving businesses and individuals, amassing over £200,000 in total. Watkin, who… Continue reading Rich Kids of Instagram star jailed for handbag scam
John Swinney heckled at vigil for victims of 7 October Hamas attacks
Vocal criticisms were directed at First Minister John Swinney as he attended a vigil outside the Scottish Parliament to mark the second anniversary of the 7 October attacks on Israel. Amidst the solemn gathering, members of the crowd shouted “shame on you” as Swinney expressed his solidarity with those who lost their lives during the… Continue reading John Swinney heckled at vigil for victims of 7 October Hamas attacks
Billingham killer not safe for open prison – victim's mum
The issue of transferring a convicted murderer to an open prison has sparked concern from the family of the victim, who argue that the killer remains a threat to society. William Dunlop, imprisoned in 2006 for the murder of 22-year-old Julie Hogg in 1989, has been recommended for transfer to open conditions by the Parole… Continue reading Billingham killer not safe for open prison – victim's mum