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June 27, 2017, 6:27 am

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Police have circulated a photograph of a Nottinghamshire man who is wanted in connection with a series of burglaries across the East Midlands, including two in Leicestershire.James Clark, 27, formerly of Honiton Road, Nottingham, is sought by police after break-ins at 17 homes across the region since the beginning of 2017.Two of the properties targeted were in Loughborough and Kegworth, in Leicestershire.READ MORE: Men disguised in burkas attack man, 77, and burgle his Leicester homeIn a...

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Watch as raiders steal expensive plants from family-run nursery

June 27, 2017, 8:17 am

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Raiders have stolen £4,500 worth of plants from a family-run nursery in Leicestershire.The thieves removed the gate at Derry's Nursery in Cossington then loaded up a car trailer with high value plants such as bay trees worth £125 each.The raiders, who were driving an Audi estate car with no number plate on, struck between 1am and 3am on Sunday.Alan Dayman, who started the business 42 years ago, said: "I am gutted.Read More: 'We thought it would be fun' - Gang's astonishing claim...

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June 27, 2017, 8:23 am

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A street was closed off earlier today as police negotiated with a man who was threatening to harm himself.Officers were called to Sandown Road, off London Road, Stoneygate, Leicester at 1pm today and the man was detained for his own safety a short time later.Police stressed the man was not arrested and that he was not thought to be injured.A section of Sandown Road was closed for the duration of the operation.Read More: The man behind the giant LCFC mural: 'You don't have to be a Leicester fan...

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June 27, 2017, 10:52 am

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Two men who robbed a building society at gunpoint have been jailed for almost 20 years.Christopher Dennis and Marlon Watson threatened staff at the Nottingham Building Society, in Shepshed before escaping with almost £5,000.The pair appeared at Leicester Crown Court today, having previously pleaded guilty to robbery and possession of a firearm.Dennis, (48), of Pedley Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire was sentenced to eight years.READ MORE: Video shows shocking aftermath of New Parks...

Six people to face criminal charges over Hillsborough tragedy

June 28, 2017, 5:05 am

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Six people - including former senior police officers - have been charged with criminal offences relating to the Hillsborough tragedy which claimed the lives of 96 Liverpool fans, including two young brothers from Leicestershire.The victims' families were informed of the decision during a meeting with the Crown Prosecution Service this morning.The allegations include manslaughter by gross negligence, perverting the course of justice and misconduct in public office.READ MORE: Mother of...

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June 28, 2017, 7:57 am

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These are the faces of two men who took part in a high-speed chase on the M1 that started near Fosse Park.Xhevahir Manovi, and one of the passengers, Arber Neza, were convicted by a Leicester Crown Court jury of jointly possessing a firearm, with intent to cause fear of violence, in the early hours of November 16, 2015.Manovi was driving the car when an unknown passenger fired a handgun at a van they were chasing.He rammed the vehicle several times during the terrifying incident.Manovi (35), of...

Cruel thieves steal cash from East Midlands Airport museum

June 28, 2017, 8:49 am

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Thieves smashed their way in to a popular museum at East Midlands Airport to steal a safe.The Aeropark was targeted on Sunday at 9pm with the culprits damaging a display cabinet in the process, the Nottingham Post reports.A spokesman for the aviation museum and airport viewing area said: "After a very successful open day, two offenders broke in to the Aeropark."After causing extensive damage to the shop and staff room and breaking the door to the hangar, they then stole a safe out of...

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June 28, 2017, 11:32 am

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Anti-knife crime campaigners have called for an "open and honest" debate about the best way to tackle the problem in Leicester.In a film to be premiered in the city tomorrow night, the Leicester Anti-Knife Crime Campaign will call on the community and those in authority to come together to address the growth of a crime which has claimed eight lives in the city or county so far this year.Bizzi Dixon, who runs the campaign, said he hoped the documentary would kick-start the debate.The...

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June 28, 2017, 9:00 pm

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A dangerous driver who crashed and flipped his van on its side, injuring a passenger, was nearly three times the alcohol limit.Scott Dixon (36) was jailed for eight months and banned from driving for four years and four months.Concerned members of the public alerted the police after seeing Dixon's van bump into a crash barrier and swerve between lanes on the Leicester-bound dual carriageway of the M69.As he approached the roundabout between Narborough Road and Fosse Park, on the outskirts of...

Police hunt vandals who smashed up 17 cars parked in Birstall

June 29, 2017, 5:30 am

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Vandals smashed 17 cars parked in Birstall during two weekends.Police are trying to identify the culprits after a series of incidents on June 16-17 and June 24-25.Cars were damaged in Wanlip Lane, Gwendolin Avenue and Acacia Avenue.Car windows were smashed, wing mirrors were kicked off and vehicle bodywork was dented.A police spokesman said extensive enquiries have been conducted in the areas affected including house to house visits and a trawl of CCTV. Read More: 'We thought it would be fun' -...

Hunt for double rapist from Leicester who has gone on the run

June 29, 2017, 9:09 am

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A double rapist from Leicester is being hunted by police after going missing from his bail address.Sean Perry, 46, who also uses the surnames Cawthray and Goldstone, was last seen at his probation-approved address in the city centre at 2pm on Monday, June 19.He failed to return later that day, and as a result is in breach of his prison licence.Anyone who sees Perry is being urged not to approach him, and to call the police.Perry was given a life sentence in December 2002 at Leeds Crown Court...

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June 29, 2017, 9:00 pm

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Emergency services bosses are drawing up plans for a major overhaul of police and fire stations in Leicester which could see them sharing premises to save money.Senior officers from both 999 services are looking at proposals to work out of the same buildings in move that could save hundreds of thousands of pounds.Fire service staff have been recently briefed on the potential changes which could see the historic Central Fire Station, in Lancaster Road, closed and sold off and its fire engines...

Megan Bannister: Two men due in court over death of teenager

June 30, 2017, 12:50 am

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Two men charged in connection with the death of 16-year-old Megan Bannister are due in court today.Jason Burder and Adam King are accused of the manslaughter of the schoolgirl by gross negligence.They are both set to appear at Leicester Crown Court .Read More: Watch as raiders steal expensive plants from family-run nurseryBurder, 28, of Braunstone Avenue, and 27-year-old King, of Waltham Avenue, both Leicester, were charged after an incident on May 14.The men were arrested after a crash between...

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June 30, 2017, 6:01 am

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Four ambulances have been taken off emergency calls after they were attacked by vandals.The intruders targeted the vehicles at the Gorse Hill ambulance station, in Anstey Lane, near Beaumont Leys, Leicester in the early hours of this morning.Windows were smashed and lifesaving defibrillators stolen.East Midlands Ambulance Service said the cost of repairs to the vehicles and of replacing the equipment would run to an estimated £85,000.The vehicles will be off the road for an unspecified...

Two men in court over death of Megan Bannister, 16

June 30, 2017, 7:35 am

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Two men charged in connection with the death of 16-year-old Megan Bannister appeared before a crown court judge this afternoon.Jason Burder (28) and Adam King (27) are accused of the manslaughter of the schoolgirl by gross negligence.No pleas were entered during a 13 minute hearing.The defendants appeared at Leicester Crown Court via a live video link from HMP Nottingham, where both men are on remand.READ MORE: Police investigation after dead man is found in driveway of house in OakhamThey spoke...

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HSBC in city centre closes due to unruly customer

June 30, 2017, 10:29 am

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A bank was closed for more than two hours today after a customer starting shouting and jumping around inside the branch.Bosses at the HSBC, in Gallowtree Gate, in Leicester city centre, ushered customers out at 11am and closed the branch down.Staff called police and the bank was closed to the public until 1.10pm.A member of staff posted a sheet of A4 on the front doors, which said: "This branch is currently closed, apologies for any inconvenience caused."An 18-year-old customer, who...

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June 30, 2017, 11:00 pm

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Four ambulances were taken off emergency calls for most of the day yesterday after they were attacked by vandals.Intruders targeted the vehicles at the Gorse Hill ambulance station, in Anstey Lane, near Beaumont Leys, in the early hours of yesterday morning.Windows were smashed and life-saving defibrillators stolen.A spokesman for East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) said the cost of repairs to the vehicles and of replacing the equipment would run to about £85,000.The vehicles were off...

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June 30, 2017, 11:00 pm

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Mercury readers have responded with anger after four ambulances were taken off emergency calls for most of the day yesterday after they were attacked by vandals.Intruders targeted the vehicles at the Gorse Hill ambulance station, in Anstey Lane, near Beaumont Leys, in the early hours of yesterday morning.Windows were smashed and life-saving defibrillators stolen.A spokesman for East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) said the cost of repairs to the vehicles and of replacing the equipment would...

Several cars set on fire in Melton

July 1, 2017, 1:22 am

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Several cars were set on fire in Melton in the early hours of this morning. Firefighters dealt with six vehicles which were alight or damaged by fire in Dieppe Way and Drummond Walk. They were called to deal with a BMW X5 on fire in Dieppe Way, shortly after 3.30am. The firefighters found the vehicle alight and another damaged by flames. Read more: Two men in court over death of Megan Bannister The fire service was later called to another incident in Drummond Walk, just after 4am, where...

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July 1, 2017, 11:40 am

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An historic Leicestershire church has been targeted by lead thieves for the third time.All Saints, in Dunton Bassett, near Lutterworth, was attacked in the early hours of yesterday.It is the latest in a long line of churches in the city and county to have roofing lead stolen.The metal can be sold for its scrap value. The theft is being investigated by Leicestershire Police.The thieves removed 12 sheets of lead roofing material and took it away in a vehicle.The church, parts of which date back to...