09/09/2015
Other News In Brief
Tour Of Britain Begins
The fourth stage of the Tour of Britain has started in Edinburgh.
The week-long cycling race commenced in Wales on Sunday, with the finishing line in London this coming Sunday.
Today's stage started in the Royal Mile and will end in Northumberland.
The Tour of Britain is the UK's largest professional bike race.
Concern For Missing Teenager
Sussex Police have appealed for information into a missing teenager.
Reece Pateman, 14, was last seen leaving his school in Pacehaven on Tuesday morning.
He is described as while, 5'3", with ginger hair and blue eyes.
When last seen, he was wearing his school uniform – a black jumper, polo shirt, black trousers and red baseball cap.
Police have said he is likely to be using public transport, in particular the train network, and coule be around the Brighton and East Sussex areas, but could be further afield.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.
Man Assaulted During Concert In Chapeltown
A 17-year-old man has been assaulted during a concert in Chapeltown.
The incident happened at around 7pm on Sunday 30 August, in Potternewton Park.
It is understood the victim was attending a reggae concert with his girlfriend when an altercation with a group of men occurred.
One of the group swung a punch and hit the victim's girlfriend. The victim then ran off, chased by two males, and was attacked after he fell over. One hit him on the head with a large heavy knife and another stamped on his head before they walked away.
The victim received a cut to the side of the head.
The suspects have been described as black and aged 16 to 18. One was described as having a chipped front tooth.
Detective Constable Nick Snaith, Leeds District CID, said: "This was a completely unnecessary attack involving a weapon which left the victim quite badly injured. We are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information that could assist in tracing the people responsible."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Millennium Stadium To Be Renamed
Cardiff's Millennium Stadium is to be renamed the Principality Stadium.
The name change is part of a 10-year sponsorship deal with the building society.
The new name will come into effect from January 2016.
The 74,500-seat capacity stadium has a fully-retractable roof and has previously hosted FA Cup finals, international rugby matches and major concerts.
(JP)
The fourth stage of the Tour of Britain has started in Edinburgh.
The week-long cycling race commenced in Wales on Sunday, with the finishing line in London this coming Sunday.
Today's stage started in the Royal Mile and will end in Northumberland.
The Tour of Britain is the UK's largest professional bike race.
Concern For Missing Teenager
Sussex Police have appealed for information into a missing teenager.
Reece Pateman, 14, was last seen leaving his school in Pacehaven on Tuesday morning.
He is described as while, 5'3", with ginger hair and blue eyes.
When last seen, he was wearing his school uniform – a black jumper, polo shirt, black trousers and red baseball cap.
Police have said he is likely to be using public transport, in particular the train network, and coule be around the Brighton and East Sussex areas, but could be further afield.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101.
Man Assaulted During Concert In Chapeltown
A 17-year-old man has been assaulted during a concert in Chapeltown.
The incident happened at around 7pm on Sunday 30 August, in Potternewton Park.
It is understood the victim was attending a reggae concert with his girlfriend when an altercation with a group of men occurred.
One of the group swung a punch and hit the victim's girlfriend. The victim then ran off, chased by two males, and was attacked after he fell over. One hit him on the head with a large heavy knife and another stamped on his head before they walked away.
The victim received a cut to the side of the head.
The suspects have been described as black and aged 16 to 18. One was described as having a chipped front tooth.
Detective Constable Nick Snaith, Leeds District CID, said: "This was a completely unnecessary attack involving a weapon which left the victim quite badly injured. We are keen to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who has any information that could assist in tracing the people responsible."
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Millennium Stadium To Be Renamed
Cardiff's Millennium Stadium is to be renamed the Principality Stadium.
The name change is part of a 10-year sponsorship deal with the building society.
The new name will come into effect from January 2016.
The 74,500-seat capacity stadium has a fully-retractable roof and has previously hosted FA Cup finals, international rugby matches and major concerts.
(JP)
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20 May 2015
Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder In Kent
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in Kent. At around 7.15pm on Tuesday (19 May), police were called to a property in Hectorage Road, Tonbridge. Two men, aged 34 and 54, had sustained injuries which police believed to be knife wounds. The 54-year-old victim died at the scene. The 34-year-old was taken to hospital.
Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder In Kent
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in Kent. At around 7.15pm on Tuesday (19 May), police were called to a property in Hectorage Road, Tonbridge. Two men, aged 34 and 54, had sustained injuries which police believed to be knife wounds. The 54-year-old victim died at the scene. The 34-year-old was taken to hospital.
03 August 2015
Appeal For Witnesses Following Rape In North Tyneside
Northumbria Police have issued an appeal for information following the report of a rape in North Tyneside on Saturday afternoon. Police said that a 28-year-old reported that she was raped near to Hadrian Road in Wallsend on Saturday, 01 August.
Appeal For Witnesses Following Rape In North Tyneside
Northumbria Police have issued an appeal for information following the report of a rape in North Tyneside on Saturday afternoon. Police said that a 28-year-old reported that she was raped near to Hadrian Road in Wallsend on Saturday, 01 August.
20 March 2015
Rapist's Third Victim Recognised Attacker On Facebook
A 28-year-old man has been jailed for life for rape after one of his victims recognised his picture on Facebook. Shaun Hopkins was already serving a life jail term for the rape of two women in Liverpool, when a third victim came forward, according to a report by the BBC.
Rapist's Third Victim Recognised Attacker On Facebook
A 28-year-old man has been jailed for life for rape after one of his victims recognised his picture on Facebook. Shaun Hopkins was already serving a life jail term for the rape of two women in Liverpool, when a third victim came forward, according to a report by the BBC.
07 July 2011
Royal British Legion Cuts Ties With NoW
Following revelations that the phones of murder victim Milly Dowler and bereaved military families were hacked, the Royal British Legion has suspended ties with the News of the World (NoW). Gen Sir David Richards, the Charity Chief of the Defence Staff has described the claims as "disgusting".
Royal British Legion Cuts Ties With NoW
Following revelations that the phones of murder victim Milly Dowler and bereaved military families were hacked, the Royal British Legion has suspended ties with the News of the World (NoW). Gen Sir David Richards, the Charity Chief of the Defence Staff has described the claims as "disgusting".
06 July 2011
Cameron Promises Phone Hack Investigation
Following revelations that the phone of murder victim Milly Dowler was hacked, the Prime Minister has promised a full investigation. A public enquiry will be set up investigating the alleged hacking by the News of the World.
Cameron Promises Phone Hack Investigation
Following revelations that the phone of murder victim Milly Dowler was hacked, the Prime Minister has promised a full investigation. A public enquiry will be set up investigating the alleged hacking by the News of the World.
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Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A sunny but frosty start for many. However cloud increases by midday with a few showers reaching the north coast, these mostly light but spreading inland this afternoon. Chilly. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A rather cloudy evening with scattered showers. Becoming drier through the night with some good clear spells developing and a patchy frost away from coasts. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
