G2K IncidentWatch

26/09/2025

Fire crews have overnight been tackling a severe fire at the Accorn Building in

It is understood that there have been no injuries reported, but Burnley Road remains closed this morning.

More footage is posted on our TikTok and YouTube channels

25/09/2025

Former Premier League player dies

Former striker, Billy Vigar has passed away following a significant brain injury after being placed into an induced coma earlier this week his current club City, it confirmed.

The 21-year-old was a part of the Gunners' U21s side up until last year, when he moved to Hastings United on a free transfer. Vigar moved to Chichester this summer. He sustained a serious head injury last weekend in a match against Wingate & Finchley, where he is understood to have collided with a concrete wall whilst trying to stop the ball from going out of play. The game was stopped immediately and an ambulance was called, with Vigar later being placed into an induced coma.

The statement read: "After sustaining a significant brain injury last Saturday, Billy Vigar was put in an induced coma. On Tuesday he needed an operation to aid any chances of recovery. Although this helped, the injury proved too much for him and he passed away on Thursday (25th) morning.

"The responses to the original update show how much Billy was thought of and loved within the sport. His family are devastated that this has happened whilst he was playing the sport that he loved."

Chichester added: "Rest in peace Billy. Forever in the hearts of all at Chichester City Football Club."

25/09/2025

Police vehicle involved RTC

Harrogate collision appeal 🚨

We are appealing witnesses and dashcam footage following a two-vehicle collision in Harrogate which involved a marked North Yorkshire Police van.

It was reported at 5.32pm on Tuesday (23 September 2025) and it happened on Beckwith Road near the junction with Otley Road.

The three officers in the Peugeot Expert police van have received treatment for minor injuries.

The woman driving the black Ford Fiesta car, which overturned onto its roof, has been taken to hospital by ambulance with an arm injury. Her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Witnesses or motorists with relevant dashcam footage are asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting reference NYP-23092025-0389.

Road closures were put in place while the emergency services worked at the scene. It reopened at 7.50pm.

24/09/2025

Major emergency response as explosions heard

The emergency services are responding to reports of an inferno and explosion in .

Wiltshire police have said “We are currently dealing with a serious incident at Groundwell Industrial Estate, Crompton Road.

“An explosion has occurred in one of the industrial units and we are working alongside colleagues from the ambulance and fire service to make the area safe.

“A large cordon is in place and Cricklade Road between Queensfield and Thamesdown Drive is currently closed.

“Members of the public who live nearby should stay inside, close all windows and avoid the area of the industrial estate for their own safety.

“We are working to evacuate the immediate area of the industrial estate but there is no need for residential dwellings to evacuate.

“The A419 remains open but should this change, we will update this post.”

📷 TDS and Shania

24/09/2025

NHS chair and former fire chief dies

It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of former Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service Chief Fire Officer Mark Yates QFSM, a highly respected and accomplished member of the fire services community.

Mark was also a chair of an NHS Trust.

Herefordshire & Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust said “Mark served with great distinction and was widely respected for his leadership, vision, and compassion. His dedication to patients, staff, and the wider community has left a lasting legacy.”

24/09/2025

Emergency worker assaulted in Leeds

A man has been arrested and enquiries remain ongoing today after a PCSO was injured in an assault in Leeds.

Detectives from Leeds CID are investigating and appealing for witnesses following the incident at Farmfoods on Waterloo Terrace in Leeds on Tuesday 23 September.

It took place at about 5.25pm after a male Police Community Support Officer challenged a man suspected of shoplifting.

A man assaulted the officer with a bladed weapon, causing a hand injury, before fleeing the scene.

More officers attended and, following further enquiries, attended in the Bramley area in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

A 31-year-old male was arrested in the garden of a property and remains in custody on suspicion of section 18 assault and possession of a bladed article.

The officer was taken to hospital for treatment.

Chief Superintendent Steve Dodds of Leeds District Police, said: “Any incident in which a knife is used clearly has the potential to have very serious consequences. Fortunately, in this case the officer was not seriously injured and was discharged following hospital treatment.
“A man has been arrested and remains in custody and a full investigation into the incident is taking place. Anyone who saw the assault or has footage or information is asked to contact Leeds CID on 101 or online at https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/livechat referencing police crime number 13250547344.
“Information can also be given anonymously to the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”

24/09/2025

Mosque bomber and man who killed pensioner dies

A racist terrorist who planted bombs at three mosques in the Black Country and murdered a Birmingham worshipper has been found dead in prison.

In 2013 nail bomber Pavlo Lapshyn, aged 37, was jailed for a minimum of 40 years after mounting his campaign of terror across the West Midlands which saw him plant bombs at Tipton's Kanz-ul-Iman mosque in Binfield Street, Walsall's Aisha Mosque in Rutter Street in Caldmore, and on a roundabout near Wolverhampton Central Mosque in Waterloo Road.

Pavlo Lapshyn spread fear across the West Midlands when he struck in West Midlands.

The racist terrorist who planted bombs at three mosques in the Black Country and murdered a Birmingham worshipper has been found dead in prison.

He stabbed 82-year-old Mohammed Saleem three times in the back as the pensioner walked home from evening prayers in Birmingham on April 29, 2013.

The Prison Service said the inmate died on Tuesday at Wakefield Prison.

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24/09/2025

Cause of fire which destroyed sheds was a battery charger

A battery charger which was bought online sparked a blaze which destroyed a number of sheds and fences, after the product, which was only delivered that morning, was first used.

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service sent fire crews from Gosport, Fareham and Portchester fire stations after they were alerted to the fire on Catalina Close in Lee-on-the-Solent at around midday yesterday (23 Sep).

The blaze spread across the gardens and caused damage to the exterior of two properties, and it potentially could have travelled inside had the charging unit not been checked in time, said the fire service

Multiple calls were made into the HIWFRS Control Room reporting the fire involving the two neighbouring garden sheds and fences.

Wearing breathing apparatus, firefighters used hose reels and jets to extinguish the fire before they delivered safety advice to a number of surrounding homes.

Crews left the scene and returned to station at around half one.

Station Manager Carl Halewood said:

“This is an important reminder that when looking for the latest electrical gadgets and chargers, that you do your research to ensure you are buying safe products which are properly certified from reputable retailers.

“This charger was bought online and only arrived that morning before being put to use for the first time inside the shed.

“The fire caused significant damage throughout two gardens and had the owner not checked in, it could have spread further into their home.”

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service have said ‘To protect yourself, your family, and your home from fire, here are some top fire safety tips to keep in mind:

‘When hunting for deals we ask that you buy from reputable retailers and look for the UKCA or CE symbol on the product to ensure it is properly certified.

‘You can be informed of dangerous goods and product recalls for electrical appliances by registering your items online.

‘Ensure you always use the charger your device originally came with.

‘Don’t overload your plug sockets or leave items on charge overnight/unattended.

‘Keep an eye out for scorch marks, hot plugs or flickering lights as this could be a sign of dangerous wiring.

‘If you’re looking to dispose of your electrical product, check your local waste guidance to safely throw away batteries.’

📷 Hampshire & Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service

24/09/2025

‘I cannot trust anyone now’ – the words from a survivor of R**e

A 12 year old girl who was groomed and r***d has told the court she ‘cannot trust anyone’ after being abused.

At Bradford Crown Court on Friday 19 September Wisal Ahmad aged 30 of Belle Vue, Bradford was sentenced to 21 years, 17 of which will be custodial and 4 on licence after admitting to 12 offences including r**e and s*xual assault.

Ahmed groomed the 12 years old and, on several occasions, took her from her home to his address.

On one occasion the survivor was found outside his address and appeared to be lost. She then reported the offences to police.

Ahmed was swiftly arrested and charged with multiple s*xual offences in the Bradford area in September 2024.

At sentencing he was also given a s*xual harm prevention order and made to sign the s*x offenders register for life.

Read more about this case here: https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/news-appeals/i-cannot-trust-anyone-now-words-survivor-r**e

24/09/2025

Women rushed to hospital after Erdington RTC

A woman has been seriously injured after a collision involving a car and a pedestrian in last night.

West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed that they were called at 5.17pm to Marsh Lane and sent an ambulance, a paramedic officer and a MERIT trauma doctor with a critical care paramedic to the scene.

A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman says: “On arrival, crews found the pedestrian, a woman, had suffered serious injuries.

“She received specialist trauma care from ambulance staff before being taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital with MERIT travelling on board to continue treatment.

“There were no other patients.”

24/09/2025

Fire at UK airport causes havoc as passengers miss flights

Passengers have taken to social media fuming amid delays and missed flights at this morning following a fire.

Departures were suspended at the hub, a base for Jet2.com, Ryanair and TUI Airways, as security was closed due to a small blaze, which happened at around 3.30am in the , part of the departure area.

It has since been extinguished but and security reopened at around 6am, a spokesperson said. Despite this, the airport, near Uttlesford, Ess*x, warned passengers could still expect to face delays due to the backlog of passengers.

📷 Erin

23/09/2025

Updated: three children taken to hospital after fire

Three children were taken to hospital after a fire tore through a three-storey block of flats in North London.

Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters were mobilised to tackle the blaze in Maybury Close, Enfield, after the alarm was raised on Monday morning, as reported at the time by our page.

London Fire Brigade (LFB) said the youngsters were taken to hospital with smoke inhalation.

The LFB said it received the first of 16 calls about the fire at 5.19am, with crews deployed from Enfield, Edmonton, Chingford, Tottenham, Woodford and Southgate fire stations.

The LFB have said “The roof and second floor of a three storey block of flats was destroyed. 14 people left the building before the Brigade arrived. Three children were taken to hospital with smoke inhalation.

“Two of the Brigade's 32-metre turntable ladders were used as water towers to help extinguish the fire from height. The Brigade's Drone Team were also in attendance and provided the Incident Commander with an aerial view of the fire.

“Control Officers received the first of 16 calls about the fire at 0519. They mobilised crews from Enfield, Edmonton, Chingford, Tottenham, Woodford, Southgate fire stations to the scene. Two fire engines from Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service were also in attendance. The fire was under control by 0806.

“The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Brigade and the Metropolitan Police Service.”

📷LfB and Luke Wood