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Nicola Bulley 'human mole' went rogue during search and dug up 'disturbed' land
Review by College of Policing highlights fractious relationship with expert. Underwater search expert Peter Faulding was brought into investigation at family's request. But report hit out at his repeated media interviews, conducted without consulting officers, which were ultimately "at odds" with the findings. Force also claimed it had Mr Fulding sign a non-disclosure agreement.
Men sought over 'racially aggravated altercation' on Armistice Day Footage circulated online of incidents at London train stations on Armistice Day. British Transport Police released images of four men they want to speak to. Force also released an image of a woman after an alleged antisemitic hate crime.
Portuguese police apologise to Madeleine McCann’s parents Madeleine went missing while on holiday in the Algarve, Portugal, in May 2007. Force admits investigation was handled poorly and supports German authorities’ suspicion about Christian Brueckner. McCanns have not commented on the apology.
'Despicable attack': Police officer stabbed as she investigated break-in Female officer stabbed while investigating a break-in in Stevenston, North Ayrshire. Police chief described the attack as "despicable" and said inquiries are ongoing to trace the person responsible. Force's union said the officer sustained a "significant injury" and that her colleagues will "rally round her"
Police warn online daters over romance fraudsters... Woman lost £5,000 to romance fraudster posing as TV chef James Martin. Nottinghamshire Police said scam is part of a trend where fraudsters pose as celebrities on dating profiles in a bid to lure fans. Force revealed it received 12 reports of such cases last month and another 11 in August.
Police Scotland suspends plans to recruit 200 officers in budget crisis Police Scotland has abandoned plans to take on 200 new officers in January. Force also said it will pause all training and redirect officers to maintain frontline policing over the busy festive period.
People arrested at King’s Coronation to prevent protest face no further action 21 people arrested on the day of the King's Coronation will face no further action. Crown Prosecution Service reviewed evidence and concluded there was “no realistic prospect of conviction’ Force said groups were arrested in order to prevent a breach of the peace.
Morale at police call-centre was at ‘rock bottom’, fatal accident inquiry is told Police Scotland call-handlers spent more than half their time battling IT issues. Force’s call centre manager gave evidence to the inquiry into the deaths of John Yuill, 28, and Lamara Bell, 25, who crashed off the M9 in July 2015.
Bristol Bus boycott police horse renaming competition cancelled Police horse Brutus was to be renamed after one of the six pioneers of the Bristol Bus Boycott. Avon and Somerset Police made an apology alongside Curiosity UnLtd who helped to organise the vote. Force said the decision was made after community members reported their concerns.
Bristol Bus boycott police horse renaming competition cancelled Police horse Brutus was to be renamed after one of the six pioneers of the Bristol Bus Boycott. Avon and Somerset Police made an apology alongside Curiosity UnLtd who helped to organise the vote. Force said the decision was made after community members reported their concerns.
Wiltshire: McLaren drivers caught at speeds over 100mph on busy road Five McLaren drivers were pulled over by officers on the A303 in Wiltshire. Force shared the incident on X, formerly known as Twitter. They warned drivers: 'This isn’t a race track'
Russell Brand: new claims investigated by Met police Metropolitan Police is looking into several allegations of sexual abuse by Russell Brand. Force did not say how many reports had been made about the comedian. Some of the alleged offences were in London and others were elsewhere.
Met receives number of sex offence allegations after... Met receives number of sex offence allegations after Russell Brand news reports. The comedian and actor has strongly denied accusations made by four women in an investigation by The Sunday Times, The Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches. Force said it had since received a “number of allegations of sexual offences in London’ as well as elsewhere in the country.
Chris Kaba: Army called in after Met Police firearms officers hand in their guns More than 100 firearms officers effectively walked off the job following the decision to charge one of their colleagues with murder. Force negotiating with Ministry of Defence after more than 100 police refuse to carry weapons. Scotland Yard negotiating with Army to cover for armed officers who are refusing to carry guns.
Body of young man found near pier The 22-year-old's body was found near Garth Pier in Bangor, Gwynedd. North Wales Police says it is investigating to find out the man's final movements. Force is appealing for dashcam footage captured in the area.
Snake Pass crash referred to police watchdog as man suffers serious injuries Derbyshire Constabulary says the Independent Office for Police Conduct has been notified following an incident on Tuesday. Force says it had been following a car at around 1.20am on Tuesday (September 12) following concerns for a missing person. A police spokesperson said officers lost sight of the vehicle shortly afterwards. But at around 11.50am that morning, North West Ambulance Service told police the car had been found off the A57 Snake Pass.
Patrol officers given new weapon after spate of stabbings 140 handheld metal detecting wands have been shared out by Merseyside Police. Force says the wands will be used to help search suspects and take weapons off the streets. Wands will not replace requirement for a physical search, but be used as a "screening device"
Cops search for sex party guests after man 'deliberately transmitted HIV' Luke Davis, 29, has been charged with deliberately transmitting HIV. West Mercia Police want to speak to anyone who attended sex parties in Kidderminster. Force also wants to talk to anybody who may have received sexual services online.
Police Scotland to stop investigating some crimes in pilot scheme after SNP cuts Scottish police to stop investigating some crimes under cost-saving plan. Police Scotland said offences such as thefts would no longer be investigated. Force said budget cuts imposed by SNP government were to blame. Critics warned it would create a “spiral of despair’ in communities.
Force missed chances to help shot wife, IPCC says Caroline Parry was shot at close range by husband Christopher Parry in 2013. She had contacted Gwent Police twice in the months leading up to her death. IPCC found "weaknesses and shortcomings" in the force's actions. Force must improve how it handles domestic abuse, stalking and harassment cases.
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