All articles tagged with #essex
Originally Published 1 day ago — by BBC
Three men were arrested after a crash in South Benfleet, Essex, where emergency responders were struck by a second vehicle, seriously injuring a paramedic and police officer. The incident prompted an investigation, with police appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by BBC
Ben Ransome, an Essex-based drug dealer who fled to Thailand and attempted to reinvent himself as a boxer, has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for his role in a large-scale drug operation involving the sale of cocaine and ketamine across the UK. He was arrested in Phuket after police traced his activities through bank withdrawals and ongoing investigations, which included multiple arrests of his associates. Ransome admitted to conspiracy and drug possession, and his arrest marked a significant disruption of a multi-million-pound drug network.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by BBC
The family of 16-year-old Daisy House paid tribute after she died following an incident on the London Underground at Loughton station, expressing their grief and gratitude to emergency services while requesting privacy.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Premier League
West Ham United's striker Michail Antonio is in a stable condition after being involved in a car accident in Essex. He is conscious and under medical supervision in a London hospital. The club has requested privacy for Antonio and his family, and will provide further updates later. Antonio has been a key player for West Ham since 2015, with 268 Premier League appearances and 68 goals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WTNH.com
An 18-year-old man from Essex, Matthew Craig, has been arrested and charged with first-degree manslaughter after allegedly stabbing a family member to death. Craig called the police to report the incident and when they arrived, they found the victim with multiple stab wounds. Witnesses stated that the victim was involved in a domestic dispute before Craig intervened. Due to a minor being present during the incident, Craig was also charged with the risk of injury to a minor. He is currently held on a $250,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Eight people were left hanging on the tracks of a 72-foot-high rollercoaster at Adventure Island in Southend, Essex, for at least half an hour after the ride broke down. Rescuers scrambled to aid the stranded riders, who remained calm during the incident. An emergency escape platform lift was used to safely evacuate the passengers, including an eight-year-old girl. Eyewitnesses praised Adventure Island's response to the incident.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
An armed man fired shots from inside a house in Essex, leading to a barricade situation. Baltimore County police are trying to resolve the situation and have closed a portion of the Back River as a precaution. Nearby schools, Deep Creek Middle and Sandalwood Elementary, were put on lockout status, but students were dismissed on time and were reported to be safe. No injuries have been reported.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Baltimore
A suspect fired a gun during a standoff with police in Essex, but no one was hurt, according to authorities. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, and police were able to safely apprehend the suspect.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Baltimore
Two juveniles who were shot in Essex on Friday are now facing adult charges for shooting each other. The incident occurred during an argument between the two, and both sustained non-life-threatening injuries. They have been charged with attempted first-degree murder, first-degree assault, and other related charges.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
A shooting victim was found in a car on Route 702 in Essex and later died in the hospital. Baltimore County police are investigating the incident and have shut down southbound Route 702. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police.