Police issue update after woman, 67, dragged to the floor in horrific mugging

A police car crashed with a Mini Cooper on a road in Ayrshire at the weekend.

A pensioner has been charged with assault after a woman’s body was found at a house in Ayr.

Police have issued a statement addressing 'concern in the community' after a teenage boy died suddenly.

A fire that broke out in a building above Burger King in Manchester city centre is not believed to have been started deliberately, police have said.

After the Prince of Wales had to cancel his appearance to attend a service to celebrate the life of King Constantine of Greece, questions were immediately asked if the last-minute decision was linked to the Princess of Wales' recovery from her abdominal surgery. However, it was quickly confirmed that Kate - who returned home a month ago after spending two weeks in the London Clinic - was not the reason for the cancellation.There were concerns that William - who was due to honour the memory of his godfather, King Constantine - and his sudden withdrawal from the event had something to do with his wife's health.

Police have arrested a man after officers were called to a firearms discharge in Preston, Lancashire.

Call the Midwife's Helen George has shared some exciting news about her career, following some "heartbreaking" scenes on the popular drama series.The 39 year old actress, who is famous for playing Trixie Franklin in the BBC show, posted a picture of herself looking chilled out backstage at The King and I musical at the Dominion Theatre in London looking stunning in a flowing satin gown. In the musical, Helen plays the main character, Anna Leonowens - a schoolteacher who is hired by the King of Siam to help modernise his country.

Saturday Night Live set its sights on The Floor, Fox’s new game show hosted by Rob Lowe that has contestants facing off in a series of quiz duels.

Police have issued an appeal for help to track down a man wanted for failing to show up in court.

A fugitive aristocrat was given almost £50,000 from her trust fund in the months before she disappeared with her partner and newborn baby, a trial has heard. Constance Marten was given £47,886 by C. Hoare & Co between September 1 2022 and January 17 2023.

Police have issued another stark warning after yet more fake designer gear was pulled from the shelves along Manchester's notorious 'Counterfeit Street', saying: "We will shut you down".

The verdict is in.

A driver who was arrested after he reportedly hit a car before ploughing into a man in Rochdale has been bailed, police have confirmed.

Police closed a main road in Denton after an elderly woman was knocked down at a crossing on Monday (February 19). The collision was reported on Ashton Road (A6017), outside the Crown Point North retail park, shortly before 2pm.

Police have issued an appeal for help to track down a wanted man from Oldham.

Drug dealers used the Royal Mail to deliver large quantities of cannabis, cocaine and ecstasy to customers across the north west, a court heard. Trent Gordon, 30, and failed accountant Deane Hassan, 27, were caught red-handed when police raided their homes and found cash, drugs and packaging.

One of the last photos ofBBC Radio 2 presenter Steve Wright has resurfaced after his tragic death this week at the age of 69.

One of the last photos of much-loved Radio 2 DJ Steve Wright has been shared by his friend composer Anthony James after Steve tragically passed away this week at the age of 69. Following the news of Steve's tragic passing, tributes have been pouring in from the presenter's friends and fans. Anthony was among those sharing emotional tributes to the late DJ.Taking to social media he shared a snap of himself with Steve, taken just a few weeks ago.

A second girl has come forward as police investigate an alleged rape in Rochdale over the weekend. Four secondary school-aged boys were arrested following an alleged incident at the Morrisons car park in Newbold on at around 6pm on Saturday (February 10).

A taxi driver was robbed at knifepoint by a group of masked teenagers during a terrifying early hours attack. He picked up Aiden Taylor, Connor Fearnley and two youths near Piccadilly station.