G2K IncidentWatch (2025)

24/10/2025

🚨Islip Murder Investigation Update By Thames Valley Police🚨

Thames Valley Police Statement:

We can now provide an update on the ongoing homicide investigation in Islip.

At around 11.15am on Tuesday, officers were called to a property in Middle Street following reports that three children had been assaulted.

Tragically, a nine-year-old girl was pronounced dead at the scene.

Two other children, a boy and a girl, were taken to hospital for treatment and have since been discharged.

A post-mortem examination has been carried out, but the cause of death remains unascertained pending further investigation.

The girl’s family is being supported by specially trained family liaison officers and has requested privacy at this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathies are with the child’s family, friends, and all who knew and loved her. This is an unimaginable tragedy, and we are doing everything we can to support those affected.

A 49-year-old woman from Oxfordshire was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition and is currently under police bed watch. We are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with this incident.

The scene has now concluded at the property, but officers will continue to be present in the area over the weekend, and we encourage anyone with concerns or information to speak with them.

This remains a highly sensitive and complex investigation. We want to sincerely thank the community for their understanding and patience as we work to uncover the full circumstances.

24/10/2025

🚨Major Airport Closed Overnight Due to 'Unforeseen Runway Issue🚨

Leeds Bradford Airport has been forced to close its runway and suspend all flights until tomorrow morning after an "unforeseen issue" with the landing strip was discovered late this evening.

The abrupt closure will cause significant disruption for thousands of passengers, with both arrivals and departures affected throughout the night.

Airport management confirmed the decision was taken to ensure passenger safety, stating: "Due to an unforeseen issue with the runway, we have had to take the decision to close the airport until the morning."

Passengers Advised to Check with Airlines
Customers currently at the terminal and those planning to travel are strongly advised to seek the most current flight information directly from their respective airlines.

Airport staff are currently on the ground to assist stranded passengers and address queries regarding departures.

"Customers are advised to check with their airline for the most up-to-date information regarding their flight," an airport spokesperson said in a statement. "We are working to resolve the disruption as soon as possible, the safety and comfort of the passengers travelling through our terminal is our number one priority."

Disruption Expected to Last Until Morning
While the exact nature of the runway issue was not disclosed, the airport has committed to reopening by the morning.

The sudden closure will inevitably lead to cancellations and diversions for inbound flights, resulting in lengthy delays for passengers.

The public is urged to avoid traveling to the airport unless they have confirmed flight details for the morning and should monitor official airport and airline channels for further updates.

24/10/2025

🚨Dangerous S*x Offender From Oswaldtwistle Handed Over 5 Years In Prison🚨

Lancashire Police Statement:

The man pictured is 18-year-old s*x offender Kai Edmundson and he is dangerous.

Over a four-month period Edmundson groomed a 14-year-old girl on social media and encouraged her to self-harm.

The pair never actually met in person. She lives in Derbyshire and Edmundson lived in Oswaldtwistle. However, he used social media platforms Telegram, Discord and WhatsApp to target the vulnerable child.

The victim told Edmundson she was 14 when they first started communicating over Discord last September.

Edmundson openly referred to himself as a pa******le, as well as sending her up to five indecent images of children and a link to a website where indecent images of children could be accessed. On that website were images of children as young as four.

Edmundson also demanded images and video of the victim un******ng and committing leud acts on herself.

He also told her to refer to him as a disgusting pa******le and described how he wanted to commit illegal acts.

As the conversations between the pair continue, Edmundson encouraged the victim’s eating disorder and told her to carve his name into her skin.

Edmundson also encouraged the victim to self-harm and requested evidence to prove that she had done it.

Contact between the pair stopped on 31st January 2025.

The matter was reported to our colleagues at Derbyshire Police and they visited the victim.

They recovered screenshots of conversations between the victim and a profile on Discord which was being operated by Edmundson. They also saw the faint marks on the victim’s neck of the name Kai which had been scratched into the skin.

Edmundson was arrested on 1st April by officers from our East Internet Child Exploitation Team.

His phone was seized, and our officers found indecent images of children on it.

Following consultation with the Crown Prosecution Service, Edmundson, formerly of Oswaldtwistle but now of no fixed address, was charged with engaging in s*xual communication with a child; causing or inciting a child to engage in s*xual activity; encouraging or assisting serious self-harm; and possessing indecent images of children.

He pleaded guilty to all the offences when he appeared at Preston Crown Court earlier this year. He was back in the dock today and was sentenced to five years and three months in custody. He was also made subject of an indefinite S*xual Harm Prevention Order and told to sign the S*x Offenders Register for life.

Edmundson is an extremely troubled young man with some extremely disturbing views and behaviours. He is someone who presents a serious risk to children due to his online activities.

We hope the outcome of this case, and the fact that Edmundson has been given a custodial sentence sends out a clear message that the police will not tolerate this abhorrent behaviour online. We will work with other forces to protect the victims and put the offenders before the courts.

We are also working hard to get that message out to parents and children to be wary of online predators, such as Edmundson. They may act like they are your friend and that they care about you, but they are actually dangerous individuals who mean you serious harm.

Finally, we want to praise the victim in this case for the immense bravery she has shown throughout this process. Now the court process is over, I hope she can now begin to move on with her life.

For help and advice about how to keep you and your family safe online, go to: https://orlo.uk/oMRr2

24/10/2025

🚨Man In His 20s Left Seriously Injured Following Collision In Burnley🚨

Lancashire Police Statement:

"We’re appealing for information and footage after a man was left with serious injuries following a collision in Burnley.

We received a report of the collision, between a Vauxhall Corsa and a Mercedes Sprintr Box van on Crown Point Road at around 6:50pm yesterday.

The driver of the Corsa, a man in his 20s, was taken to hospital with serious injuries where he remains.

The driver of the Mercedes, a man in his 30s, suffered minor injuries.

Enquiries into the collision and how it occurred are ongoing.

If you have any Dashcam footage of Crown Point Road, or any information that could assist our enquiries, please do get in touch.

Anyone with information and footage is asked to contact 101 quoting log 1161 of 23rd October."

24/10/2025

🚨Two Men Jailed For String Of S*x Offences Against Three Girls In Leeds🚨

West Yorkshire Police Statement:

"Two men have been jailed after being convicted of grooming and s*xual offences against three teenage girls in Leeds.

Delroy Scott, aged 59, (right) of St Alban Crescent, Leeds and Yusuf Egberongbe, aged 67, (left) of Shakespeare Lawn, Leeds, were found guilty on 11 August of a number of offences following a trial at Leeds Crown Court. They appeared at the court again today (Friday, 24 October) where Scott was sentenced to 12 years and Egberongbe was sentenced to five years.

Scott was made to sign the S*x Offenders Register for life and given a S*xual Harm Prevention Order for life.

Egberongbe was also made to sign the S*x Offenders Register for life.

Scott was found guilty of five counts of engaging in penetrative s*xual activity with a girl aged 13-15, attempting to engage in non-penetrative s*xual activity with a girl aged 13-15, , engaging in s*xual activity in the presence of a child, inciting s*xual activity with a girl aged 13-15 and s*xual assault on a female..

Egberongbe was found guilty of inciting s*xual activity with a girl aged 13-15, engaging in non-penetrative s*xual activity with a girl aged 13-15 and arranging or facilitating the commission of a child s*xual offence. He was found not guilty of another charge of inciting s*xual activity with a girl aged 13-15

An investigation was launched by Leeds District Safeguarding Unit in August 2021 after one of the victims disclosed to a family member the offences committed against her and another victim. Egberongbe was arrested the day that the report was made, and Scott was arrested the following month.

The third victim came forward in January 2022 to report that she had been s*xually assaulted by Scott, in an incident which had occurred prior to his arrest for the offences against the other girls."

Detective Constable Lynsey Ibbotson, of Leeds District Safeguarding Unit, said:

“Delroy Scott and Yusuf Egberongbe have preyed on two of these young girls, offering them lifts and giving them alcohol, drugs and cash to gain influence and control over them before repeatedly s*xually assaulting them. Offending that would in all probability have continued had they not been reported to the police.

“The third victim came forward separately to report that she had been s*xually assaulted by Scott. She had lived with the trauma of this on her own for several months before telling family and friends, then in turn reporting it to the police.

“The crimes committed by Scott and Egberongbe have had an immense impact on their victims' lives. These offenders have caused significant trauma to the victims during their teenage years, a time which should have been full of excitement, fun, and adventure.

“I hope the custodial sentences that Scott and Egberongbe have been given provide some comfort to their victims as they try and move forward into their young adult lives.

“It is vital that victims of child s*xual exploitation know that they are not alone, West Yorkshire Police has specially trained officers working in our safeguarding units who will support victims and work tirelessly to ensure that perpetrators who target some of the most vulnerable people in our communities are made to answer for their actions."

24/10/2025

🚨Man Who Ploughed Into Taxi Killing A Passenger In Morecambe Handed 15 Years🚨

Lancashire Police Statement:

A man has today been jailed after causing the death of a 'loveable rouge with a kind heart' in a collision in Morecambe.

Wayne Putley (pictured below) was an award-winning dry stone waller with a passion for the outdoors he also had a love for animals, especially dogs.

Mr Putley, a 50-year-old father of three, was a passenger in a taxi which was hit by a stolen Fiat Punto driven by Jez Shepherd on Westgate in Morecambe in August this year.

Mr Putley suffered serious injuries and despite the best efforts of emergency services, was sadly pronounced dead at hospital.

Shepherd, 23, had stolen the Punto earlier that day and driven around Morecambe at speed. He also made off without paying for fuel from a garage, was more than twice the drink drive limit and was high on drugs.

Just before the collision he had been driving at almost 90mph in a 30mph zone.

Shepherd, of Green Street, Morecambe earlier admitted causing death by dangerous driving, burglary, aggravated vehicle taking, making off without payment, and causing death by driving where the driver was unlicensed and uninsured.

He appeared at Preston Crown Court today (Friday, October 24th) where he was sentenced to 15 years, 12 years of which will be served in custody, where he will have to serve a minimum of eight until he is eligible to apply for parole. He will be subject to an extended license period of three years.

Shepherd has also been disqualified from driving for 16 years and will have to take an extended driving test before he can hold a license again.

In a statement Mr Putley’s family said Wayne was known for his kind heart and would never turn anybody away who was in need of help, he worked locally at the homeless shelter and helped out at the church.
When he wasn’t at work, he was out enjoying himself DJ’ing online on the weekends, paddleboarding, being outdoors and most of all off-road motorbiking.
The family said Wayne’s death had shattered the family and left a massive hole that could not be filled.

Wayne’s sister Jeanette, to whom he was very close, also sadly died earlier this year.

They said the tragedy was completely avoidable. The reckless action that Mr Shepherds took, with absolute disregard for anything or anyone on that day is unbelievable. They described the car as a deadly weapon in Mr Shepherds’ hands.

Senior Investigating Officer Sgt Martin Wilcock, of our Specialist Operations team, said:” First and foremost my thoughts today are with Mr Putley’s family who have lost a clearly very well-loved man in tragic circumstances. I want to thank them for conducting themselves with dignity throughout these proceedings.

“Jez Shepherd was clearly intoxicated and drove a stolen car at incredibly dangerous speeds before colliding with the taxi in which Mr Putley was a passenger with tragic and catastrophic consequences.

“No sentence can ever bring a loved one back or make up for the loss of a life, but I hope that this significant jail term gives Mr Putley’s loved ones some sense that justice has been served and gives Mr Shepherd time to reflect on his devastating actions on that fateful day.”

24/10/2025

🚨Woman Who Stabbed Neighbour To Death Jailed For Life🚨

Northumbria Police Statement:

"A woman has been jailed for life after admitting murdering her neighbour when she attacked him in a Newcastle street.

On the evening of November 11 last year, police received a report of a disturbance at an address on Sceptre Place, in the Elswick area of the city.

Emergency services attended the scene and a man – 68-year-old John Hardy – was found to have sustained serious injuries consistent with being caused by a bladed article before staggering back to the home of a neighbour.

Despite the efforts of paramedics who were called to the scene, Mr Hardy sadly died a short time later.

Following Mr Hardy’s death, Northumbria Police launched a full investigation into the circumstances and a neighbour of his – Brenda Heslop – was arrested.

Detectives uncovered evidence that Heslop believed Mr Hardy owed her a small amount of money and had been unsuccessful in getting it from him.

Heslop armed herself with a knife and waited near the victim’s home to carry out a pre-meditated attack on him as he returned from nearby shops, before walking back to her own home.

When officers arrived and informed Heslop she was being arrested for Mr Hardy’s murder, she said: “Oh he’s never died, has he?”

Heslop was then charged with murder and initially pleaded not guilty to the offence. She was due to stand trial at Newcastle Crown Court in March but days before the hearing was due to begin she pleaded guilty to the offence, after which she was remanded in custody.

Heslop, 63, was back before the same court today (Friday) where she was told she will serve a life sentence with a minimum of 20 years."

Mr Hardy’s family have today released the following tribute to him.

They said: “Our lovely brother John was tragically taken from us and is truly missed every day by all his family and friends. We live with this nightmare every day and our lives are changed forever.

“We would like to thank his friends and neighbours who were there at the time and who went to his aid to give him comfort in his final moments.

“We would also like to thank Northumbria Police for their ongoing support and keeping us updated throughout this devastating and sad time in our lives. We know that today’s sentence will not bring John back but we hope it will give us some closure.

“We sincerely hope that the perpetrator of this horrific crime takes the time to reflect on what she has done and the impact it has had on our family

Following the sentencing hearing, the Senior Investigating Officer in the case, Detective Chief Inspector Mark Atherton, of Northumbria Police’s Major Investigation Team (MIT), said: “Firstly, we’d like to say that our thoughts very much remain with John’s family and loved ones following his tragic death.

“He was killed in one of the cruellest ways possible and our hope is that now his murderer has been jailed those who were closest to him are able to take some degree of closure following the ordeal they have been through in recent months.”

Det Chief Insp Atherton added: “Brenda Heslop’s actions on November 11 last year were despicable and once again this is another tragic case which highlights the very real and irreversible consequences of carrying a blade.

“We are glad that following a thorough investigation by our officers she pleaded guilty to murder and will spend a significant period of time behind bars.

“There are never any winners when it comes to knife crime and I sincerely hope this sends a strong and sobering message to our communities across the North East. To anybody who makes the conscious decision to arm themselves with a knife or weapon, think again – as you undoubtedly risk ruining more than one life forever and that includes your own.”

24/10/2025

🚨Man Shot Near Wylde Green Shopping Centre

West Midlands Police Statement:

"We’re investigating after a man was shot near Sutton Coldfield this morning.

It happened near The Lanes Shopping Centre on Birmingham Road, Wylde Green, at around 7.30am.

The victim, in his 30s, was taken to hospital where his condition is not believed to be life-threatening.

We have a large police presence in the area and, drivers should find alternative routes.

The investigation is at an early stage, and anyone with information is asked to get in touch via 101 quoting log 667."

24/10/2025

🚨Murder Probe Launched After Fatal Stabbing in Manchester🚨

A murder investigation has been launched by Greater Manchester Police (GMP) after a 26-year-old man died following a stabbing on Cardinal Street yesterday (23 October).

A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody for questioning.

The incident occurred around 2.25pm on Thursday, 23 October, when officers were called to reports of a man with serious injuries on Cardinal Street. Emergency responders, including police officers who performed CPR at the scene, rushed the victim to the hospital. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, the 26-year-old sadly succumbed to his injuries later that day.
The victim's family has been informed of his tragic death and is currently being supported by specialist officers.

Arrest Made as Investigation Moves at Pace
Detectives from GMP’s Major Incident Team are leading the investigation, which is described as "moving at pace." The arrest of the 19-year-old suspect marks a key development in the early stages of the probe.

Detective Chief Inspector Andy Naismith, from GMP’s Major Incident Team, reassured the public that significant resources are being committed to the case. "We are still very early in our investigation, and work is still ongoing as we establish the full circumstances following yesterday’s incident," he said. "However, we have secured an arrest, and multiple officers remain at the scene as part of our ongoing enquiries. You can expect to see an increased police presence over the coming days, and I would urge anyone with any concerns to speak to an officer."

DCI Naismith acknowledged that the incident is understandably causing "worry within our local communities" but reiterated the police's commitment to justice.

Police are urging anyone with information, including CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage from around Cardinal Street yesterday, to come forward.

Witnesses or anyone with information can contact police via 101 or the Live Chat function on gmp.police.uk, quoting log 1923 of 23/10/25.

Alternatively, information can be passed on anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

24/10/2025

🚨Man Who S*xually Abused 10-year-old girl handed 12 years🚨

West Yorkshire Police Statement:

"A man who s*xually assaulted a 10-year-old girl and engaged in online s*xual activity with a 12-year-old child decoy has been jailed.

Benjamin Pinchin, aged 30 formerly of Sissons Grove, Middleton was sentenced to 12 years yesterday at Leeds Crown Court following a joint investigation into child s*xual offences.

The Halifax Online Child Abuse Investigation Team and officers from Leeds District Safeguarding Team came together and charged Pinchin with over 30 offences, including s*xual assault of a child, possession of indecent images of children, making indecent images of children, and multiple counts of attempted s*xual communication with a child.

Pinchin pleaded guilty to all the offences at Leeds Crown Court in June.

In addition to the custodial sentence, Pinchin has also been ordered to sign the s*x offenders register indefinitely and given a S*xual Harm Prevention Order for life."

Detective Sergeant Claire Salkeld of Leeds District Safeguarding Team said:

“I want to thank the victim in this case for having the courage to come forward ... reporting Pinchin’s offending has resulted in him being put behind bars and has put a stop to his abhorrent acts."

A man who s*xually assaulted a 10-year-old girl and engaged in online s*xual activity with a 12-year-old child decoy has been jailed.

Benjamin Pinchin, aged 30, formerly of Sissons Grove, Middleton was sentenced to 12 years yesterday at Leeds Crown Court following a joint investigation into child s*xual offences.

The Halifax Online Child Abuse Investigation Team and officers from Leeds District Safeguarding Team came together and charged Pinchin with over 30 offences, including s*xual assault of a child, possession of indecent images of children, making indecent images of children, and multiple counts of attempted s*xual communication with a child.

Pinchin pleaded guilty to all the offences at Leeds Crown Court in June.

In addition to the custodial sentence, Pinchin has also been ordered to sign the s*x offenders register indefinitely and given a S*xual Harm Prevention Order for life.

24/10/2025

🚨Murder Investigation Underway In Manchester🚨

Greater Manchester Police Statement:

"A murder investigation has been launched and a man has been arrested after a man died following a stabbing in Manchester yesterday (23 October).

At around 2.25pm, officers responded to reports that a man, aged 26, had sustained serious injuries on Cardinal Street, Manchester. Officers performed CPR and he was taken to hospital, where despite the best efforts of medical professionals, he sadly died later that day.

His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A man, aged 19, has since been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody for questioning.

Enquiries are currently ongoing and the investigation is moving at pace."

Detective Chief Inspector Andy Naismith, from GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “We are still very early in our investigation, and work is still ongoing as we establish the full circumstances following yesterday’s incident.

“However, we have secured an arrest, and multiple officers remain at the scene as part of our ongoing enquiries. You can expect to see an increased police presence over the coming days, and I would urge anyone with any concerns to speak to an officer.

“Understandably, anything like this will cause worry within our local communities, but I want to reassure people that we are committing considerable resources to this investigation, and will continue to work to ensure that whoever is responsible is brought to justice."

If you have any information about the incident, please contact police via 101 or our Live Chat at gmp.police.uk, quoting log 1923 of 23/10/25.

This includes any CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage from around the area.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

24/10/2025

🚨Lorry Driver Charged After Two Passengers Killed In M62 Collision🚨

Cheshire Police Statement:

"Detectives investigating a fatal collision on the M62 have charged a lorry driver in relation to the incident.

At around 5.31am on Thursday 11 July 2024, police attended a collision between two lorries and a taxi on the westbound carriageway of the M62 between junction 8 and junction 7.

Sadly, Matt Greenhalgh, 28, and Jamie Fernandes, 24, who were passengers in the taxi, died at the scene. Their families are continuing to be supported by specialist officers.

The taxi driver received serious injuries at the time."

Anthony Burns, 63, from Headington Road, Upton, Wirral, has now been summonsed, to appear at Warrington Magistrates on 25 November to face the charges of two counts of causing death by dangerous driving and one of causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

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