Pastor Busted for Preying on Kids and Young Women in Chilling Church Scandal
A trusted pastor has been found guilty of 17 sexual offences after exploiting his position in evangelical churches to target children and young women. Walter Chahwanda, 34, from Chester, was convicted at Liverpool Crown Court on 3 February 2026. The vile predator will face sentencing on 20 March 2026. Church Leader Turned Predator Chahwanda […]
Two men charged with 2024 Haringey murder
Detectives investigating the murder of 24-year-old Jonah Ho-Shue in Haringey have charged two men in connection with his death. Jonah sadly died from a single stab wound in Albert Road, Hornsey, on the evening of Thursday, 4 January 2024. James Thompson, 24 (16.07.2001) of Sanday Drive, Barnet and Dante Ashley, 25 (18.09.2000) of Ennis Road, […]
Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Woman Found Dead in Nottingham Home
A 40-year-old man has admitted to murdering 23-year-old Stephanie Irons at her Nottingham home. Fatal Attack in Mapperley Adedapo Adegbola fatally wounded Ms Irons at her property on Westdale Lane, West Mapperley, on the evening of 21 October 2025. Police were called after colleagues raised an alarm about disturbing messages Ms Irons sent that night. […]
Doncaster Drug Dealer Caught Red-Handed with £40k Stash
A Doncaster drug dealer has been locked up for over six years after police on routine patrol seized a holdall packed with more than £40,000 worth of drugs. Snare on Somerset Road Officers from Doncaster’s Operation Fortify spotted 21-year-old Elliot Bucknall carrying the holdall towards a black Land Rover in Hyde Park. Bucknall handed the […]
Former Bracknell Mayor on Trial for Helping Son Hide Rape Evidence
Naheed Ejaz, 61, ex-mayor of Bracknell Forest and the borough’s first Pakistani Muslim mayor, faces charges of perverting the course of justice. The Labour councillor, who served from May 2023 to May 2024, allegedly aided her son, Diwan Khan, 41, in covering up critical evidence during his arrest. Son Accused of Drugging and Raping Teen […]
Drug Dealer Caught and Jailed in Ellesmere Port
Mark Davison, 28, has been slammed with a hefty prison sentence for pushing class A and B drugs in Ellesmere Port. Five Years and Seven Months Behind Bars The Great Sutton man appeared at Chester Crown Court on 16 January, where he was sentenced to five years and seven months for drug offences. Davison […]
Two Men Sentenced Over Tragic Death of Teenager Liam Derrett
Liam Derrett, 19, was enjoying a night out with friends when he was caught up in a violent brawl in the early hours of Sunday, 1 June. The Kirk Hallam teen died two days later in hospital after suffering fatal injuries during the altercation at the Market Place. Pub Brawl Turns Deadly The violence erupted […]
Boy Admits Stoning Man to Death at Kent Beach Over ‘Paedophile’ Claim
A 16-year-old boy has confessed to hurling stones at a man who later died after being brutally attacked on a beach in Kent. The victim, accused of being a paedophile, was chased down and battered with rocks and a bottle before being found face down in the mud. Attack Fueled by Fake Messages and […]
Horrific Incident Sparks Emergency Return
Flight Forced to Turn Back After Teen Girl Sexually Assaulted Mid-Air Horrific Incident Sparks Emergency Return A transatlantic Aer Lingus flight headed for Boston was forced to turn around after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by the man sitting beside her. The shocking mid-air attack triggered a costly diversion back to Shannon Airport, Ireland, […]
Gillingham Child Rapist Locked Up for 13 Years
A sick predator from Gillingham has been jailed for 13 years after being found guilty of raping a young child. Andrew Clark Caught After Shocking Abuse Reveal Andrew Clark, 62, was arrested on 18 June 2023 following a brave disclosure by his victim. The arrest followed six serious charges, including rape and sexual assault. Clark […]
Two Jailed After Gun Found in Wolverhampton Car Stop
Two men have been locked up after police found a loaded gun during a routine stop in Wolverhampton. Omari Johnson-Thomas, 24, and Tyreique Hislop, 22, were busted when officers made a tactical stop near Goldthorn Hill. Firearm Hidden in Carrier Bag The Skoda they were travelling in was searched, revealing a firearm stashed in a […]
Ian Watkins Murder Suspect Refuses Court Appearance
One of the men accused of murdering former Lostprophets frontman Ian Watkins has sparked chaos by refusing to leave his prison cell for a court hearing. Rico “Rashid” Gedel, 25, was due to appear at Leeds Crown Court via video link on Wednesday but didn’t show up. Defiant Prisoner Refuses to Attend Hearing Gedel, charged […]
Pampered Drug Lord’s Mud-Mask Selfie Gets Him Locked Up for 13 Years
A flashy selfie helped police snare a drug kingpin, with Merseyside Police revealing he posted a picture of himself enjoying a mud mask. But luxury spa days are off the menu for Gary Burden, now behind bars for over a decade. Snapped at Liverpool Airport Gary Burden was arrested at Liverpool Airport on 18 September […]
Ex-Footballer Locked Up for Nine Years in £480k Drug Plot
Former Barrow A.F.C. defender Francis Ventre, 63, has been jailed for nine years for masterminding a £479,500 cocaine and ketamine conspiracy. The Liverpool-based ex-footballer used his club’s name as the password for an encrypted phone to arrange his drug deals. Encrypted Phone Crack Leads to Downfall Ventre operated behind the alias “Dillforest” on an EncroChat […]
Southampton Man Charged Over Disturbing Online Child Sex Messages
Police Launch Quick Action After Disturbing Tip-Off Officers rushed to an address on Alma Road, Southampton, after reports surfaced of a man sending sexualised messages to someone he thought was a child online. Adel Khalaf, 40, Faces Serious Charges While in custody, police investigations led to charges against Adel Khalaf, aged 40 and living on […]
Barnsley Named UK’s First AI Tech Town
Move over London! South Yorkshire’s Barnsley is stealing the spotlight as the UK’s first government-backed Tech Town. Residents will soon get free AI training courses and enjoy AI-powered public services across healthcare, education, and local government in an 18-month pilot scheme. AI to Revolutionise Healthcare, Schools, and Local Services Technology Secretary Liz Kendall unveiled the […]
Trial Date Set for Woman Charged with Murder of Toddler Jayla-Jean
A provisional murder trial date has been scheduled for Samara Glover, the 27-year-old woman accused of killing toddler Jayla-Jean McLaren on the Isle of Wight. Trial Date Fixed at Portsmouth Crown Court Glover appeared before Judge Bowes KC at Portsmouth Crown Court on Monday, confirming only her name and date of birth. The Newport […]
Volunteer Treasurer Jailed for Stealing £56,000 from Wharf Theatre
A trusted volunteer has rocked the Wiltshire arts scene by stealing more than £56,000 from the Wharf Theatre in Devizes. Ex-Treasurer Carol Rendell Busted and Sentenced Carol Rendell, from Melksham, abused her role as volunteer treasurer to siphon off a staggering £56,441.70 from the theatre’s funds. The theft happened between May 2019 and February […]
Uber Driver Loses Licence After Teen Sex Attack
An Uber driver caught sexually assaulting a 19-year-old girl has been stripped of his private hire licence. Dawit Tessema, 46, attacked the teenager after picking her up in the city centre. The shocking incident happened in the Woodlands area on September 15, 2023. Quick Action Follows Jail Sentence Tessema was jailed for two years last […]
Suffolk Strangler Steve Wright Admits to Murdering 17-Year-Old Victoria Hall
Suffolk serial killer Steve Wright, infamously known as the Suffolk Strangler, has pleaded guilty to the murder of 17-year-old Victoria Hall. This grim admission adds to his tally, marking his sixth confirmed victim. Victoria Hall’s Tragic Disappearance Victoria, 17, was last seen on the night of September 19, 1999, after a night out at the […]
North East Crime Gang Jailed for Over 70 Years over Massive Drugs and Guns Plot
Nine members of a brutal organised crime gang have been locked up for a combined total of more than 70 years. Their sinister plan? To flood the North East with cocaine and heroin while packing deadly firearms. Police Crack Encrypted Network to Nail Gang Northumbria Police brought the gang crashing down after cracking their secret […]
Arsonist Locked Up After Torch Attack on Rochester Comic Shop
A reckless arsonist has been sentenced to three years behind bars for setting fire to a popular comic book shop in Rochester. Fire Set Outside High Street Store At around 5am on Tuesday, 26 August 2025, a blaze was deliberately ignited outside the High Street comic book store, causing serious damage to its exterior. CCTV […]
Police and Crime Commissioner Censured Over Anti-Migrant March Stunt
Katy Bourne, Sussex’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) since 2012, has been slammed for joining an anti-migrant protest in Crowborough — and storming out of a hearing when her actions were questioned. Outrage Over Protest Walkout Last November, hundreds took to the streets of Crowborough in East Sussex to oppose plans to house 500 […]
Brazen Hammer-Wielding Thugs Smash Their Way Into London Jewellers
Jaw-dropping footage shows two hammer-wielding robbers storm a family-run jewellery shop in broad daylight, terrifying onlookers in Richmond, west London. Thugs Smash Display Window in Broad Daylight On a busy Saturday morning, two men dressed head to toe in black smashed the window of Gregory & Co. with a huge hammer. When the glass […]