5 h. ago We spent 18 years believing our mother had taken her own life before finding out our father killed her, children of double murderer dentist reveal

Colin Howell, 65, and his former lover Hazel Stewart, 62, murdered their respective spouses Lesley Howell, 31, and police officer Trevor Buchanan, 32, in County Londonderry in 1991.

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10 h. ago What is Shabana Mahmood proposing in ‘biggest ever’ policing reforms?

Among major changes planned by home secretary are abolishing most forces in England and Wales and creating a national crime agencyAfter a stream of policy announcements over several months, Shabana Mahmood has unveiled a white paper outlining changes that will affect every police force across England and Wales – and could well abolish most of them.The home secretary’s department has described it as the biggest overhaul of policing since the service was founded two centuries ago.A reduction in the number of police forces from the current 43 by 2034 – a review will determine the details.An FBI-style National Police Service to lead on terrorism, fraud and organised crime.The launch of local policing areas in every borough city and town, with officers focusing on neighbourhood policing.Giving home secretaries the power to sack chief constables.Every police officer in England and Wales to be made to hold a “licence to serve” – and asked to face regular tests.A fast track for professional...

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13 h. ago AI and facial recognition to be rolled out as Britain’s ‘broken’ policing system faces sweeping reforms

Officials say using AI will free up six million hours of police time - the equivalent of 3,000 officers - each year

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14 h. ago Sledding cop crashes into young child in snow day gone wrong

This is the moment a cop took out a small child whilst they were sledding down a hill.

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15 h. ago Remains of last Israeli hostage found in Gaza, says military

An Israeli official said that the remains of police officer Ran Gvili had been discovered

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15 h. ago Body of last Israeli hostage found 843 days after he was snatched by Hamas in major step towards next phase of ceasefire

THE body belonging to the final Israeli hostage snatched by Hamas on October 7 has now been found. Israel's military confirmed they discovered the remains of slain police officer Ran Gvili in a cemetery 843 days after he was first taken captive. Brave Ran, a Sergeant First Class in the Israeli Police Special Forces, was...

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17 h. ago A worrying trend of protecting identities of rogue police officers

In the most recent case, South Wales Police sacked an officer for 'predatory behaviour' but doesn't want you to know who he is

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19 h. ago The pet I’ll never forget: Jack, the sacked sniffer dog, who pulled me through the darkest days of chemo

After the failure of his police career, Jack came to live with us, caring for the whole family indiscriminately. When I was sickest, and felt unlovable, he reminded me I was lovedJack, the cocker spaniel, was sacked by the police. His career as a detection dog was an utter failure – he was more interested in people than cannabis and made some embarrassing mistakes, including begging for treats from potential offenders rather than alerting officers about drugs.A colleague told me about a police dog that needed a home and so Jack arrived – via police van – at our house. He was lithe, glossy black and animated. He ricocheted around the house, knocking over children and pot plants. He chased rabbits and pheasants over the fields. He ate off the children’s plates and collected shoes. He loved us all indiscriminately and liked to have us where he could see us. If anyone left the room, he’d sigh deeply and follow, remaining close until the pack was back together. Continue reading...

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20 h. ago Police search for missing kayaker as heavy rain sparks flood warnings

The Met Office said some communities in the affected areas may be ‘cut off’ by flooded roads following outbreaks of heavy rain and strong winds

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21 h. ago Gunmen storm football pitch and open fire killing 11 people in horror attack

At least 11 people have been killed and 12 others injured after gunmen stormed a football pitch in and opened fire

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29 h. ago New Zealand landslide: six missing named as police confirm victims are unlikely to be found alive

Victims of landslide at Mount Maunganui campsite include teenage students, a literacy coordinator and a Swedish nationalThe families and friends of six people buried in a landslide at a New Zealand holiday park last week have paid tribute to their loved ones, after they were named by officials, and police confirmed they were unlikely to be found alive.The victims include 15-year-old Pakūranga College students Sharon Maccanico and Max Furse-Kee, literacy coordinator Lisa Maclennan, 50, longtime friends Jacqualine Wheeler and Susan Knowles, both 71, and Swedish national Måns Loke Bernhardsson, 20. Continue reading...

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31 h. ago Police in England and Wales to get new strict emergency response time limits

Home Office will set out changes to policing on Monday that it claims are biggest overhaul in two centuriesPolice forces in England and Wales will be told to respond to emergency calls within strict time limits as part of plans to be announced on Monday.Officers will be expected to arrive at crime scenes within 15 minutes in urban areas and 20 minutes in the countryside while attending serious crimes, the Home Office said.A reduction in the number of police forces.Local policing areas to deal with everyday crimes such as shoplifting.Home secretaries to be given the power to sack chief constables.An FBI-style National Police Service to lead on terrorism, fraud and organised crime.Every police officer in England and Wales to hold a licence to serve.A fast track for professionals and experts so they can take senior police roles.A new police commander to lead on violent disorder and rioting.A new national forensics team to help catch rapists and murderers. Continue reading...

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36 h. ago Minneapolis shooting latest: Trump urged to pull federal agents from state as family of Alex Pretti demand ‘truth’

Trump has accused state officials of preventing local police from protecting ICE officers in Minnesota

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41 h. ago Disabled dad wins payout after alleged assault by Police Scotland officers

Lee Fraser was recovering from spinal surgery and had cysts on his brain when he was allegedly tackled to the ground by two officers in Dundee in March 2021

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41 h. ago Disabled Scots dad who was pinned down and beaten by police officers wins compensation payout

Lee Fraser, 48, had been returning from the supermarket with his wife when he was tackled to the ground by two officers in Dundee.

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47 h. ago Why Scotland needs more positive male role models like Eyemouth High School's police officer

Scotland’s laissez-faire attitude to discipline in schools comes at the worst possible time

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54 h. ago New ‘British FBI’ team to tackle terrorism and gang crime in major police shake

Home secretary Shabana Mahmood will outline major police reforms on Monday with the number of forces expected to be slashed

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56 h. ago Sex pest Met cop sacked for sexually harassing female colleagues with unwanted kisses, bear hugs & massages

A MET Police officer has been dismissed for sexually harassing his female colleagues. PC Alexandru Nistor was accused by at least four women over incidents between September 2022 and April 2023. Some said they were subjected to unwanted kisses, bear hugs, and massages. One was asked if she or her colleague would have sex with...

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57 h. ago Met Police rapist David Carrick worked at police station exposed in damning BBC doc

Seven officers were sacked from Charing Cross police station after undercover filming showed them making sexualised and racist comments about detainees

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58 h. ago Protesters petrol bomb Albanian PM's office as several police officers are injured

Several police officers have been injured after protestors used petrol bombs

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