Police in Surrey are investigating a Christmas brawl in Staines where a man was knocked unconscious and two others injured; they seek witnesses and have detained a suspect on suspicion of assault.
The documentary 'The Perfect Neighbor' uses police bodycam and CCTV footage to depict the tragic 2023 Florida shooting of Ajike Owens by her neighbor Susan Lorincz, highlighting issues of racism, law enforcement, and community response, and has been praised for its innovative, immersive approach.
Chinese officials in Yanjiao apologize after a CCTV reporter was prevented from covering a fatal explosion caused by a suspected gas leak, highlighting the challenges of reporting in China. The incident occurred as the journalist was reporting near the scene, with local security officials abruptly stopping her, citing safety concerns.
A man in Florida threw a free cup of coffee back at a Dunkin' Donuts employee, causing her to sustain blisters on her face. The suspect fled the scene and police are seeking information about his identity. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, but it is reminiscent of a past prank trend known as "Fire in the Hole." This incident is not linked to any specific cause, but it highlights the prevalence of assault and harassment in fast-food chains.
A vandal targeted a Spanish winery, causing over £2 million worth of luxury wine to be wasted by opening three vats, resulting in the loss of 60,000 litres of wine. The winery, owned by winemaker Jose Moro, suffered a significant financial hit, and Moro has filed a complaint with the Civil Guard. The attacker's actions were deliberate, and the investigation is ongoing with no suspects caught yet. This incident is not the largest wine-related disaster, as a previous arson in 2005 resulted in the loss of six million bottles of wine.
Indian student Preet Vikal has been sentenced to six years and nine months in a young offenders' institution for carrying an "intoxicated" woman home to rape her in Cardiff city centre. The woman was separated from her friends and was later seen on CCTV being carried by Vikal, who then took her to a property in the North Road area where he raped her. Vikal admitted rape and will serve two thirds of his sentence in custody and the remainder on licence.
A shopkeeper in Durham foiled an attempted robbery by trapping the knife-wielding suspect under the shop's shutters until the police arrived. The suspect attempted to slide under the shutters to escape but mistimed his move and ended up pinned to the ground. The shopkeeper called 999 and the police arrived within three minutes to arrest the suspect. He was jailed for three years and four months after admitting attempted robbery and possession of a knife. CCTV footage captured the comical moment when the suspect got stuck under the shutters.
CCTV footage verified by BBC appears to show a police van following two people on an electric bike minutes before a fatal crash that sparked a riot in Cardiff. South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Alun Michael denied that a chase took place. The two people who died have been named locally as Kyrees Sullivan, 16, and Harvey Evans, 15. Cars were set alight and fireworks thrown at police as more than 100 people gathered following the crash.
A CCTV footage captured the moment when a stroller with a baby boy inside was pushed by gusty winds towards a busy four-lane highway outside a car wash. A woman tried to grab the stroller but failed, and the stroller rolled towards the traffic. Fortunately, a man ran towards the stroller and stopped it just in time, avoiding a potential tragedy.
A senior cleric in Iran, who was also a member of the Assembly of Experts, was shot dead inside a bank by an armed guard hired by the agency providing security at the bank. The armed guard approached the cleric from behind and fired shots, killing him on the spot. The attack was caught on CCTV and the armed guard was caught and disarmed by other security officers.
A 12-year-old boy appeared in Sheffield Youth Court charged with the murder of 60-year-old grandmother Marcia Grant, who died after being hit by her own car. The incident was captured on CCTV, and the boy is accused of being the driver of the car and carrying a silver-coloured kitchen knife when arrested. The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was remanded into secure accommodation and will appear before Sheffield Crown Court on April 11. Mrs Grant was described as a "pillar of her community" and a "beautiful soul".
A man has been charged with attempted murder after two elderly men were set on fire outside mosques in London and Birmingham. Mohammed Abbkr, 28, allegedly sprayed a substance on the men before setting it alight in separate incidents. The man attacked in Birmingham was taken to hospital with serious injuries. Abbkr appeared in court and was remanded in custody. Police are asking locals to hand over CCTV or other video that could help the investigation.