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Report says jury was unaware of driver’s later crash and acquittal
Bryce James Dridan was found not guilty of negligently or dangerously causing the death of Trent DeZoete, 18, at a burnout event in Victoria. A report says jurors did not hear about two later matters involving Dridan, raising questions about what information was before them and how it related to the case. DeZoete was struck…
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Katie Price’s ex-husband Kieran Hayler arrives at court for trial after being accused of raping 13-year-old girl
Kieran Hayler has arrived at Lewes Crown Court for trial, accused of raping a 13-year-old girl and sexually assaulting her in West Sussex in 2016. The case concerns alleged offences at a home where he was living with his then-wife, Katie Price; Hayler denies the allegations. He faces three counts of rape and one count…
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Badenoch urges Conservatives to prepare for snap election as Burnham meets Cabinet
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has warned her party must be ready for a snap election, as Prime Minister Andy Burnham gathers his Cabinet for intensive talks at Chequers to discuss his 10-year plan. Although Burnham has repeatedly denied intentions to call an early election, Conservative suspicions have been raised by his recent conference speech, in…
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John Boyega recalls how Damilola Taylor’s ambition inspired him
John Boyega has reflected on his childhood friendship with Damilola Taylor in a new BBC Two documentary, honouring how the boy’s ambition continues to inspire him. Taylor, who had recently moved from Nigeria to Peckham, was fatally stabbed in November 2000 at the age of ten whilst walking home from the library. Boyega, who was…
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Nearly all women who try to reach UK in small boats are raped during their journey, home secretary says
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has made serious claims about the dangers facing migrants attempting to reach the UK via small boats, stating that nearly all women from northern France are raped during their journeys. She attributed this to criminal gangs and traffickers who control migration routes, arguing that such criminal networks should not determine who…
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Probation Union Warns Over Labour Scheme; Prince Andrew Faces Judicial Review Hearing
Labour’s early release scheme faces warnings of existential risk, while Prince Andrew faces judicial review over search warrants. Overseas, a co-pilot attacks a captain in Flydubai flight and Barcelona crushes Real Madrid 7-0 in women’s football.
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Body of missing girl, 11, is found in park as police probe ‘unexplained’ death
Police are investigating after the body of an 11-year-old girl was found in a park in Elmley Castle, Worcestershire. Her death is being treated as unexplained while officers work to establish what happened. The girl was reported missing at about 11.20pm on Sunday, 4 October, and was later found near the village cricket ground. Her…
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Teenager fighting for life after firebombing ignites two cars – as police investigate possible organised crime links
Two cars were set alight in a suspected targeted firebombing at a home in Taylors Hill, north-west Melbourne, shortly after 5am on Monday. A teenage boy allegedly involved was found with severe burns in a crashed car nearby and taken to hospital in a critical condition, while two other people reportedly fled. Police are investigating…
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Ireland staff member claims Israel player ‘SPAT’ at him during half-time melee – as Israeli government make ‘Nazi Germany’ comparison after Irish players bow their heads during rivals’ national anthem and refuse to shake hands
Ireland’s fitness coach Damien Doyle alleged an Israeli player spat at him during a half-time tunnel incident in a UEFA Nations League match that ended 1-1 in Serbia. Head coach Heimir Hallgrimsson suggested the incident was designed to provoke his team but credited his players for maintaining discipline and avoiding escalation. The confrontation occurred amid…