Police appeal after residential burglary in Redhill
Police are appealing for witnesses after a residential burglary in Redhill last week. The incident took place at a property in Gatton Park Road sometime between 9.39am and 1.15pm on Thursday, 14 August. Officers were called after the homeowner returned to find the front door wide open and their property burgled. Detectives are now appealing […]
Genting Stratford Reopens as UK’s Largest Casino Amid Growing Online Competition
Genting Casino Stratford unveiled its extensive renovations, positioning itself as the largest casino in the UK. This ambitious redevelopment includes 150 slot machines, over 100 electronic terminals, and a variety of poker and traditional table games. The venue has also enhanced its customer experience with upgraded bars, lounges, and a refreshed rewards program. This […]
Air ambulance lands on M20 after tractor plunges from bridge near Wrotham
The M20 has been closed in both directions after a serious crash near Wrotham, where a lorry cab fell from a bridge onto the motorway below. Emergency services, including the air ambulance, are at the scene after the driver of a cab/tractor unit towing a trailer reportedly lost control on the A20 bridge. The cab […]
Firefighters bring large Rainham farm blaze under control
Firefighters have now fully extinguished a large blaze which broke out at a farm in Meresborough Road, Rainham, on Sunday evening (17 August). At the height of the incident, six fire engines and a bulk water carrier were deployed after a large number of apple crates caught fire, sending thick plumes of smoke across the […]
Two police officers injured after crash in Mitcham
Two Metropolitan Police officers remain in hospital after their vehicle was involved in a collision in south London this morning. Emergency services were called to Western Road, Mitcham, at around 8.13am on Monday (18 August) following reports of a crash involving a marked police car and another vehicle. A Met Police spokesperson confirmed both officers […]
Rescue Operation Underway at Strinesdale Reservoir, Oldham
Emergency services rushed to Strinesdale Reservoir this afternoon following reports that a woman had got into difficulty in the water. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed that a rescue operation is currently underway. In a statement, the force said: “Emergency services are currently at Strinesdale Reservoir after reports of a woman getting into difficulty in the […]
Two motorcyclists reported to court after being caught speeding at 111mph on M40
Two motorcyclists have been reported to court after being clocked at 111mph on the M40 this morning (Sunday, 17 August 2025). Thames Valley Police (TVP) Roads Policing officers stopped the riders, who were travelling in convoy between Junction 5 (Stokenchurch) and Junction 4 (Handy Cross, High Wycombe). A TVP spokesperson said: “This has not only […]
Urgent Appeal to Find Missing Man Rodney, 47, in Marlborough
Police in Marlborough are urgently appealing for the public’s help to trace a missing man. Rodney, 47, was last heard from at around 1.30pm on Sunday, 17 August, and his family are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare. He is described as: Around 5ft 8in tall Slim build Shaved head and stubble Believed to be […]
Huge Plumes of Smoke as Fruit Box Fire Erupts Near Rainham
Residents across Medway and beyond have reported seeing huge plumes of smoke in the sky after a fire broke out near Meresborough Road, Rainham, this evening. Fire Crews at the Scene Multiple fire crews rushed to the scene after a large pile of fruit boxes caught alight in a field. Eyewitnesses said flames spread quickly, […]
Six Arrested at Canary Wharf Protest Outside Asylum Hotel
Six people have been arrested after anti-migrant demonstrations outside the Britannia International Hotel in Canary Wharf on Sunday (17 August). The Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrests in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), saying: “Six arrests so far: for breaching Section 14 Public Order conditions, possession of Class B drugs, and assaulting an emergency worker. […]
