Former butcher Christopher Wright, 73, has been jailed for life for murdering his lodger, Richard Dyson, and concealing his remains for six years. His childhood friend Karl Schwalbe, 72, received a three-year prison sentence for helping to cover up the crime, bringing legal consequences for both the killing and its prolonged concealment. Wright shot Mr…

“It’s not going to bring him back but I hope Richard’s daughter Bethany feels like she’s been able to get justice”

Sheffield City Council has submitted planning applications for preparatory archaeological work to protect the ruins of Sheffield Castle ahead of building an access road through the city’s new Castle Park. The safeguarding measures cover remains uncovered during a 2024 excavation by Wessex Archaeology at the former Castle Market site, and matter because they will allow…

A Sheffield home was destroyed in a devastating fire caused by an arson attack

“The maximum sentence for arson is life in prison”

South Yorkshire Police have further extended enhanced stop-and-search powers in Sheffield’s Page Hall area following recent disorder. The move is intended to help officers prevent further violence and recover weapons, while increasing the police presence in a neighbourhood where tensions have prompted arrests and an ongoing investigation. The powers allow officers to stop and search…