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”

Man who sexually assaulted child in broad daylight in front of passersby jailed

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Wednesday 15th January 2025, at 17:10hrs He has also been ordered to sign the sex offenders register for life A man has been jailed after he admitted to child sex offences in Halifax committed against a child in broad daylight. In a statement released after sentencing, West YorkshireContinue reading “Man who sexually assaulted child in broad daylight in front of passersby jailed”

Body found in search for missing Bradford woman Lisa Gorman

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Wednesday 15th January 2025, at 16:10hrs Lisa had been missing from home in Bradford since Monday Police searching for missing 48-year-old Lisa Gorman who was reported missing from home on Monday have sadly found a body. In an update posted today, West Yorkshire Police said: “Police looking forContinue reading “Body found in search for missing Bradford woman Lisa Gorman”

Former teacher who sexually assaulted boy 11 in his own bedroom jailed for 28 months

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Tuesday, 14th January 2025, at 14:00hrs The former teacher has also previously been found guilty of indecently assaulting teenage boys in the 1970s A former teacher who sexually abused an 11-year-old boy while visiting his home in Leeds has been jailed following an investigation by safeguarding officers. DavidContinue reading “Former teacher who sexually assaulted boy 11 in his own bedroom jailed for 28 months”

Tributes pour in for young father killed in West Yorkshire collision

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Monday, 13th January 2025, at 11:10hrs Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the collision to come forward Tributes have been pouring in on social media for 18-year-old Taylor Lupton from Pontefract, who sadly died following a collision on  Sunday morning. Taylor, a young father, had beenContinue reading “Tributes pour in for young father killed in West Yorkshire collision”

18-year-old dies after car becomes submerged in water following crash

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Sunday, 12th January 2025, at 12:45hrs Two people were taken to hospital and have since been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Castleford on Sunday morning. In an appeal made today, West Yorkshire Police said:Continue reading “18-year-old dies after car becomes submerged in water following crash”

Appeal launched after body of woman in her 70s found in canal by member of the public

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Saturday, 4th January 2025, at 16:00hrs The discovery was made this morning just after 9am in West Yorkshire Police are appealing for information after a woman’s body was found in water in Brighouse. In a statement released today, West Yorkshire Police said: “Emergency services were called to theContinue reading “Appeal launched after body of woman in her 70s found in canal by member of the public”

Bradford Bulls Player Charged With Rape and Sexual Assault

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Friday, 3rd January 2025, at 13:20hrs Bradford Bulls have cancelled the players contract following the charges A Bradford Bulls Rugby player has been charged with multiple sex offences, including rape following an investigation by West Yorkshire Police. In a statement released today, West Yorkshire Police said: “A manContinue reading “Bradford Bulls Player Charged With Rape and Sexual Assault”

Man seriously injured following suspected gas explosion in West Yorkshire

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Thursday, 2nd January 2025, at 09:10hrs All properties within the cul-de-sac were evacuated for a short time following the explosion A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a suspected gas explosion in Yeadon, West Yorkshire. In a statement released today, West Yorkshire Police said:Continue reading “Man seriously injured following suspected gas explosion in West Yorkshire”

West Yorkshire Police Officer charged with raping child under 13 to appear in court

Published by Robert L Senior Reporter on Wednesday, 1st January 2025, at 15:30hrs He will appear before Magistrates Court on Friday charged with multiple sexual offences A West Yorkshire Police officer is to appear before Magistrates charged with multiple sexual offences, including the rape of a child under 13. In a statement released today, WestContinue reading “West Yorkshire Police Officer charged with raping child under 13 to appear in court”