Three teenagers charged with various offences following pursuit in Wigan

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 19:00hrs A 17-year-old male who cannot be named for legal reasons has also been charged Three teenagers have been charged following their arrest after a police chase ended in them crashing a stolen car in Wigan. In a statement released today, Greater ManchesterContinue reading “Three teenagers charged with various offences following pursuit in Wigan”

Fundraiser set up for teen father who tragically died in  road traffic collision

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 18:35hrs Taylor was the most selfless and caring person to everyone around him A fundraising page has been set up in memory of an 18-year-old man who tragically lost his life in a road traffic collision. Taylor Lupton, 18 from Pontefract, sadly diedContinue reading “Fundraiser set up for teen father who tragically died in  road traffic collision”

Road near Accrington train station closed due to incident

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 17th January 2025, at 17:35hrs Motorists are advised to find alternative routes A key road in Accrington town centre has been closed this afternoon due to an ongoing incident. Eagle Street close to Accrington train station is currently closed with motorists asked to find alternative routes. TheContinue reading “Road near Accrington train station closed due to incident”

Rape suspect on the run after skipping bail

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 16:55hrs Police are urging anyone who knows his whereabouts to contact them immediately A manhunt is underway for a suspected rapist who failed to answer bail at the crown court in York. In an appeal made today, North Yorkshire Police said: “Have youContinue reading “Rape suspect on the run after skipping bail”

Man suffers serious injuries after being shot in broad daylight on Oldham estate

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 16:10hrs A man has been taken to hospital after being shot in broad daylight on an Oldham estate. In a statement released today, Greater Manchester Police said: “We’ve arrested a 19-year-old man after reports a man was shot on Shaw Road, Oldham atContinue reading “Man suffers serious injuries after being shot in broad daylight on Oldham estate”

Monster boyfriend who abused partner handed 6.5 years in prison

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday 16th January 2025, at 16:05hrs Kiena Dawes 23 was a loving mum who’s spirit was dampened at the hands of wellings the court heard A man who was found guilty of coercive control and assault against his girlfriend Kiena Dawes before she went on to commit suicideContinue reading “Monster boyfriend who abused partner handed 6.5 years in prison”

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after woman stabbed in Tameside

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 15:15hrs A woman in her 40s remains in a stable condition in hospital following the incident A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a manhunt by Greater Manchester Police. In a statement released today, Greater Manchester Police said: “AtContinue reading “Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after woman stabbed in Tameside”

Woman sadly dies following early hours collision in Huyton

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 14:50hrs Officers continue to appeal for any witnesses to come forward A pedestrian hit by a car in the early hours of Thursday morning has sadly died confirm Merseyside Police. In a statement released today, Merseyside Police said: “We can confirm that aContinue reading “Woman sadly dies following early hours collision in Huyton”

Man who killed flatmate after setting fire to it jailed for 21 years

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 14:45hrs He was found guilty of manslaughter and arson following a trial at Leeds Crown Court A man is starting a lengthy prison sentence after killing his flatmate after setting fire to it in February last year. In a statement released today, WestContinue reading “Man who killed flatmate after setting fire to it jailed for 21 years”

Burnley man charged with arson following property fire

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 16th January 2025, at 14:30hrs He has been remanded into custody to appear before the crown court next month A man has been charged with Arson Endangering Life after police attended a fire at a property on Bethesda Street, Burnley last week. In a statement released today,Continue reading “Burnley man charged with arson following property fire”