The Latest Breaking News from Police

Man charged with arson after 'around 10' fires started in popular London park

‘London Fire Brigade quickly extinguished around ten fires, all within London Fields’ - Met Police

Evening Standard · Aug 16

Death toll from Zimbabwe capsized ferry accident rises to 84

Rescue workers recovered more bodies on Sunday following a ferry capsizing accident that occured earlier this week on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, bringing the death toll to at least 84. The search continues, as authorities fear the number of casualties could rise even further.

France 24 · Aug 16

‘Absolutely manic’: hot weather puts unprecedented pressure on Greater Manchester police

Force has seen busiest month in its history, with heatwaves putting added strain on criminal justice system

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16

Taliban threaten former Afghan police worker after MoD leak reveals identity

UK has refused resettlement application despite ‘years of loyal service’ that have resulted in ‘constant fear’ of reprisals

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16

Murder probe as man, 55, dies after being bitten by dog on footpath

Murder probe launched after man, 55, bitten by dog on footpath in Wakefield

Evening Standard · Aug 16

Murder investigation after man bitten by dog dies

Detectives have appealed for witnesses to come forward, including two people who stopped to assist the injured man.

Evening Standard · Aug 16

Seven students injured after ABVP-NSUI clash at EFLU campus in Hyderabad; cases booked

Student groups ABVP and NSUI clashed at EFLU campus, injuring seven students. The conflict arose after an ABVP protest regarding hostel facilities and alleged slurs. NSUI accused ABVP of casteist remarks and assault, while ABVP cited disruption. Police registered cases and arrested members from both student organizations. Seven ABVP members…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

Renaissance paintings by Antonello da Messina stolen from Sicilian museum

Theft of four works on national holiday described as wound to historical memory and cultural identity of city of Messina

The Guardian - UK · Aug 16

Farmers foot march: Haryana seals Khanauri inter-state border point

Haryana Police have established multi-layer barricading at the Khanauri inter-state border point. Farmers under the SKM (Non-Political) banner are planning a 228-km foot march to Delhi. This march aims to protest the proposed India-US trade deal and demand MSP legal guarantee. Farmers leaders claim the government's actions expose its anti-farmer…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

North London residents demand crackdown on 'dangerous' biker meet-ups

Every Friday evening bikers get together on the same north London street, causing huge disruption to residents

Evening Standard · Aug 16