Crime

Published: 06 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online A major road remains closed this evening as armed police respond to an ongoing incident, with motorists warned to expect significant disruption and delays . Emergency services were called to the scene earlier today following reports of concern for safety . Police have closed the road in both directions while they deal with the incident, which is understood...

Published: 06 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online Four men have been arrested as part of a counter-terrorism investigation relating to Iran, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed . Police detained one Iranian national and three dual British-Iranian nationals on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service, contrary to section 3 of the National Security Act 2023 . The investigation relates to the suspected surveillance of locations and individuals...

Published: 06 March 2026 The English Chronicle Desk The English Chronicle Online A devastating inquest opened this morning has heard that a man killed by an Underground train in central London last month was allegedly blocked from moving to a safe area of the platform by other commuters moments before the tragedy unfolded. David Okonjo, 47, a father of three from Lewisham, died instantly after being struck by a northbound...

Published: March 6, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online — delivering trusted global reporting with clarity, balance, and depth. Wayne Couzens, convicted of the abduction and murder of Sarah Everard, is reportedly “petrified” following a recent prison attack on fellow high-profile inmate Ian Huntley. Sources say the incident has heightened tensions among notorious criminals in the UK prison system, prompting concerns for Couzens’ personal safety. The attack on Huntley,...

Published: March 6, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online — delivering trusted global reporting with clarity, balance, and depth. The family of a teenage girl groomed by convicted murderer Ian Huntley has reportedly appealed to prison medical staff to intervene after the former school caretaker fell seriously ill in custody. Sources say relatives are seeking medical treatment for Huntley despite his notoriety, expressing concern over his wellbeing while incarcerated....

Published: March 6, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online — delivering trusted global reporting with clarity, balance, and depth. Police in a major UK city have sold two specially designed “crime-fighting” tuk-tuks after two years of use, reportedly incurring a combined loss of £28,000. The three-wheeled vehicles, originally deployed as part of an innovative community policing initiative, were intended to patrol busy urban areas and improve engagement with residents....

Published: March 6, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online — delivering trusted global reporting with clarity, balance, and depth. A 34-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with an international smuggling operation involving military-grade firearms and a large quantity of heroin, authorities confirmed on Friday. The arrest follows an extensive investigation by UK law enforcement in coordination with international agencies. The woman, whose identity has not been disclosed pending...

Published: March 6, 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Police Scotland has paid millions of pounds in compensation to its own employees and members of the public, according to newly revealed figures that highlight the growing financial impact of claims against the national force. The payouts, which amount to several million pounds over recent years, have raised concerns among politicians and watchdogs about the pressures...

Published: March 5, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online A secondary school in Yorkshire has issued an urgent warning to parents after a disturbing social media trend encouraging pupils to organise fights with students from rival schools began circulating online. The warning reflects growing concern among educators and police across the UK that viral posts on platforms such as TikTok and Snapchat could escalate into real-world violence among young...

Published: March 5, 2026The English Chronicle DeskThe English Chronicle Online A major UK national security investigation has taken a dramatic turn after **counter‑terrorism police arrested the partner of a sitting Labour MP on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service linked to China. The operation, which also saw two other men detained, has heightened political sensitivities around alleged foreign interference and parliamentary links with China. Officers from Counter Terrorism Policing...