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BBC News
16 hours ago
- BBC News
Two arrests after gunshots fired at Birmingham property
Two people have been detained by police after gunshots were fired at a property in Birmingham. A 50-year-old man and a 23-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to possess a firearm with intent to endanger life, said police. Emergency services were called to School Road, Billesley, at 01:30 BST on Midlands Police said its Major Crime Unit carried out an immediate investigation and inquiries were still ongoing. A cordon was put in place to allow forensic investigations, the force added. It said no one was hurt during the incident and inquiries were still being carried out, including a review of CCTV footage from around the area. The force said: "We know that incidents like this can be alarming, and our officers will remain in the area today to offer reassurance - please speak to them if you have any concerns." Follow BBC Birmingham on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Woman, 37, charged with murder after boy, 4, found dead inside home
A WOMAN has been charged with the murder of a four-year-old boy found dead in a house last week. Police rushed to a house in Maidenhead, Berkshire at around 6.30pm last Tuesday. 3 3 Akanksha Adivarekar, 37, was arrested on suspicion of murder and has now been charged. She is due to appear at Reading Magistrates' Court today. The boy's family have been informed of his death and are being supported by specially trained officers. Detective Inspector Rob Underhill, of the Major Crime Unit, said at the time: 'This is an exceptionally tragic incident, in which a young boy has tragically passed away. 'Although formal identification has not yet taken place, the boy's next of kin are aware and my thoughts, and the thoughts of all of us at Thames Valley Police, are with them at this extremely difficult time. 'There is a scene-watch in place at the address while the investigation continues. 'We are still in the very early stages of this investigation and have made an arrest in connection with this incident." He added: 'I recognise the concern this will cause in the local community. However, we are confident that there is no wider risk to the community and thank you for your patience as our officers continue their work. 'The scene-watch is likely to remain in place for some time, and I would urge anybody who has any concerns to please speak to any of our officers at the scene.' 3
CTV News
12-06-2025
- CTV News
Recognize this man? Suspect sought in Abbotsford sexual assault
The Abbotsford Police Department released this photo of a man they say is a suspect in a sexual assault investigation. A woman was sexually assaulted in an Abbotsford park Thursday afternoon, according to authorities, who are trying to identify a suspect. Officers were called to Fishtrap Creek Park around 12:45, the Abbotsford Police Department said in a statement posted to social media. 'A female victim reported that she was walking alone in the area when she was approached by a male who attempted to engage her in conversation and followed her for a short distance,' police said. 'When the victim attempted to leave, the male sexually assaulted her. She was able to flee and alert nearby witnesses, who then called the police.' The victim did not sustain any physical injuries. Investigators have released a photo of a man they are attempting to identify, telling anyone who sees him not to approach and to call 911. 'The AbbyPD Major Crime Unit is in the early stages of this investigation. Detectives are appealing to the public for assistance in identifying the male in the photograph,' the statement from police said. Anyone with information is urged to call 604-864-4864.
Vancouver Sun
12-06-2025
- Vancouver Sun
Former pastor sentenced to 3 1/2 years for arson to Ukrainian priest's Victoria home
A man who pleaded guilty to setting fire to the home of the priest of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church three years ago was sentenced Wednesday to three and a half years in prison. Walter (Theo) Machinski of Nanaimo had pleaded guilty to one count of arson with disregard for human life in setting the fire at the Caledonia Avenue home of Yuriy Vyshnevskyy and his family, located next door to the church. Machinski, a former priest at the church, was known to the family and investigators determined the arson was a targeted offence. Start your day with a roundup of B.C.-focused news and opinion. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sunrise will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Vyshnevskyy's three daughters, ages five, seven and 11 at the time, escaped the fire by jumping out a second-storey window, and were caught by him and a neighbour. The oldest, who was 11 at the time, suffered a serious wound that required surgery to address nerve damage in her arm, which was cut deeply by broken window glass. Vyshnevskyy's wife, who later said she heard someone pour gasoline through the mail slot into the home and set it on fire, was pulled off a window ledge. 'We are incredibly fortunate that this dangerous act did not result in more serious injuries or loss of life,' said Victoria Police Acting Deputy Chief Michael Brown. 'The bravery of the family and the swift response of our officers and Victoria firefighters prevented a tragedy.' Brown commended the efforts of detectives 'who meticulously followed the evidence to a successful conclusion.' 'We are also grateful to the community for providing valuable information and support to the family.' Police and firefighters responded to the fire early on April 20, 2022, and arrived to find the home's doorway area and upper level engulfed in flames. The house sustained extensive damage and remains uninhabitable, police said. The police department's Major Crime Unit did an extensive canvass of CCTV between Victoria and Nanaimo and also conducted a search along the Malahat during the investigation. A public request for information brought in a significant volume of leads that greatly assisted detectives, police said. The investigation involved numerous interviews, forensic analysis and examination of evidence from several locations, police said. Machinski, who served as priest at the church from November 2011 to September 2015 and was replaced by Vyshnevskyy in January 2016, was arrested on April 5, 2023. The arson occurred as Ukraine-Russia war was raging, initially prompting the Ukrainian Canadian Congress to urge police to investigate the arson as a hate crime. ½½½
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
Remains of Merritt, B.C., man found 2 years after disappearance
RCMP in the B.C. Interior have confirmed that a Merritt man's body was found more than two years after his disappearance. Miguel Mack was last seen on Feb. 27, 2023. He was reported missing on March 3 when family had not seen or heard from him for several days. On Wednesday, RCMP said that they had learned that his remains had been found and identified in April. Police said that Mack's family had been told of the discovery, but they did not disclose where exactly his remains were found. "The investigation into Miguel Mack's death continues to remain a priority," said Staff Sgt. Jason Smart with the Southeast District Major Crime Unit. "There are people out there with direct and indirect knowledge of Miguel Mack's death and we are asking those individuals to come forward and contact the police." The major crime unit had been looking into Mack's disappearance in 2023, saying that it was suspicious and involved criminality. Mack's brother told CBC News in 2023 that family and friends had been searching for the Nuxalk man since he went missing. Volunteers had covered much of the Nicola Valley in the search, and it reached as far as Vancouver's Downtown Eastside, Victoria, Bella Coola and Prince George. Mack was described as an athlete with a love for soccer, basketball, and slo-pitch.
