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BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
Staffordshire Police officer Alex Trusler denies sex assault charges
A police officer has denied multiple sexual assaults on a woman over a two-year Trusler, 35, of Burntwood, Staffordshire, is accused of nine counts of sexual assault, alleged to have happened between 2022 and officer, who has been suspended by the Staffordshire force, entered not guilty pleas to all nine counts during an appearance at Stafford Crown court said a trial date was yet to be fixed. The officer was suspended in September 2023 when the allegations were charges followed an investigation by the force's professional standards department.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Mercedes with 753,186 miles on clock pulled over on M6
A Mercedes which has clocked up a massive 753,186 miles was pulled over by police on the M6. Officers from Staffordshire Police stopped the vehicle at junction 12 Gailey Interchange, in Staffordshire and noticed it had some defects. (Image: StaffsRCT) The driver was handed a PG9 notice, banning them from using the vehicle on the roads. The prohibition notice will only be lifted once the Mercedes undergoes a full MOT. Staffordshire Road Crime Team posted on X: "This Mercedes with 753, 186 miles on the clock was stopped on the M6 at junction 12. "The owner described the vehicle as well maintained, however we discovered some defects which resulted in a PG9. "The vehicle will now require a full MOT lifting the PG9."
Wales Online
3 days ago
- Wales Online
Mystery of missing doctor solved 12 years after he vanished without trace
Mystery of missing doctor solved 12 years after he vanished without trace Shayne Eves Colaco, 33, disappeared after setting off for a walk alone in the summer of 2012 Psychiatrist Shayne Colaco went missing on the Carneddau mountains in the summer of 2012 (Image: North Wales Police ) The circumstances surrounding the unsolved disappearance of a successful doctor who vanished without trace and was later declared dead have finally become clear. In 2012 psychiatrist Shayne Eves Colaco, 33, disappeared while walking in Eryri, leaving behind only his parked car near Ogwen Cottage and an intended route plan. Having driven to Wales from the Stoke-on-Trent region he began walking towards 3,209ft Pen yr Ole Wen but he was never seen again. Despite numerous "cold case" reviews by Staffordshire Police Shayne's disappearance remained a mystery and he was declared dead six years later, NorthWalesLive reports. The case remained unsolved until a series of remarkable coincidences unfolded following another tragic incident 12 years later. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here. On January 9, 2024, David Brookfield, 65, from Skelmersdale, Lancashire, also vanished while walking alone in the Carneddau mountains. Article continues below David Brookfield, 65, was found four months after disappearing (Image: North Wales Police ) A massive search operation was launched involving mountain rescuers, a coastguard helicopter, drones, and dogs but it initially yielded no results. However, in a surprising turn of events, the search for David led to the discovery of Shayne's remains, finally bringing closure to the mystery of his disappearance. Four months on, on May 10, 2024, a blue jacket was spotted in the Ogwen Valley by a coastguard helicopter crew. The discovery was purely fortuitous as they were conducting a routine training exercise. It is believed that David, while descending from the summit of Pen yr Ole Wen, entered the wide mouth of a gully where he fell and sustained serious injuries. When his body and belongings were being recovered mountain rescue volunteers stumbled upon something that would finally illuminate what had happened to Shayne. Sgt Paul Terry, of the North Wales Police drone unit, recounted the sequence of events. "While we were carrying out the investigation process into David's death a mountain rescue team member found a jacket about five metres further down the gully," he said. Shayne Colaco's jacket was discovered on Pen yr Ole Wen during the recovery of David Brookfield's body (Image: North Wales Police ) "The jacket didn't seem to fit with the picture of what we were investigating. It was an older jacket, one that seemed to have been there for some time, and inside the pocket was a car key. "Deep in the memory of this rescue team was Shayne Colaco who had gone missing in the same area 12 years earlier." Sgt Terry began investigating what Shayne had been wearing and what car he had been driving at the time he went missing. He said: "I was quite amazed to find that the jacket was very similar to the one Shayne was wearing the day he went missing. Following further investigations we managed to confirm the key in the pocket was the key to Shayne's car – a Fiat Seicento. "Suddenly we realised we may have a clue as to where he may have been all this time." After Shayne's possessions were found, a specialist mountain rescue drone operator conducted additional searches on Pen yr Ole Wen to locate his remains. Sgt Terry continued: "As the drone pilot stood in the spot where we had recovered David something quite incredible happened. "He spotted a piece of fabric under some brush and the debris that had washed down the gully and, quite incredibly, realised that he had also found the remains of Shayne Colaco. Sgt Paul Terry of the North Wales Police drone unit (Image: North Wales Police ) "What's really so amazing about this story is that so many of the people involved in searching for David had also been involved in the searches 12 years before for Shayne. "One of the winchmen who located David from the helicopter was also part of RAF 22 Squadron looking for Shayne 12 years earlier. "This brings so many people together around two really sad stories but it shows the amazing willingness and determination of volunteers and the emergency services to find both these men." Sgt Terry said both men were experienced hikers who had prepared well but warned that "it's always possible that something will go wrong". He said: "Eryri is an incredible place, it's beautiful, and on a good day the mountains look achievable and accessible. But it's important to understand the scale of these hills and the impact of weather – and how quickly it can change. Article continues below "In both these cases David and Shayne ended up in ground which really is very dangerous, which might have seemed inviting from the summit, but as it got steeper and more broken it became harder." Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here. We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice.
North Wales Live
3 days ago
- North Wales Live
Mystery of doctor missing in Eryri for 12 years has finally been solved
The mystery disappearance of a doctor who vanished without trace after setting off for a walk in Eryri (Snowdonia) has finally been unravelled. Psychiatrist Shayne Eves Colaco, 33, was about to start a new job when he vanished while walking alone in the summer of 2012. After driving from the Stoke-on-Trent area, Shayne parked up near Ogwen Cottage and began walking towards 3,209ft Pen yr Ole Wen. Despite leaving information about his intended route, he never returned to his car and was never seen again. Staffordshire Police conducted periodic 'cold case' reviews but it appeared he had simply vanished into thin air. Six years after he went missing he was declared dead. Despite a massive search operation, his body was never found. The mystery would only be resolved by a series of remarkable coincidences following another tragedy 12 years later. On January 9, 2024, David Brookfield, 65, of Skelmersdale, Lancashire, also went missing while walking alone in the Carneddau mountains. He'd sent a WhatsApp message to his wife from the summit of Carnedd Llewelyn. After that, no further contact was received. Again, another huge search operation was launched involving mountain rescuers, a coastguard helicopter, drones and dogs. For a while, this too drew a blank. Four months later, on May 10, 2024, a coastguard helicopter crew spotted a blue jacket in the Ogwen Valley. The discovery was a stroke of luck - they'd been carrying out a routine training exercise. During his descent from the top of Pen yr Ole Wen, it is believed David entered the broad mouth of a gully where he fell and became seriously injured. When his body and possessions were being recovered, mountain rescue volunteers made a discovery that would finally shed light on what had happened to Shayne. Sgt Paul Terry of the North Wales Police drone unit, recalled the chain of events. 'While we were carrying out the investigation process into David's death, a mountain rescue team member found a jacket about five metres further down the gully,' he said. 'The jacket didn't seem to fit with the picture of what we were investigating. It was an older jacket, one that seemed to have been there for some time and inside the pocket was a car key. 'Deep in the memory of this rescue team was Shayne Colaco, who had gone missing in the same area 12 years earlier.' Sgt Terry began investigating what Shayne had been wearing and what car he had been driving at the time he went missing. He added: 'I was quite amazed to find that the jacket was very similar to the one Shayne was wearing the day he went missing. Following further investigations, we managed to confirm the key in the pocket was the key to Shayne's car, a Fiat Seicento. 'Suddenly, we realised we may have a clue as to where he may have been all this time.' Following the discovery of Shayne's belongings, a specialist mountain rescue drone operator carried out further searches on Pen yr Ole Wen in a bid to find his body. Sgt Terry added: 'As the drone pilot stood in the spot where we had recovered David, something quite incredible happened. 'He noticed a piece of fabric under some brush and the detritus that had washed down the gully - and quite incredibly, realised that he had also discovered the remains of Shayne Colaco. 'What's really so amazing about this story is that so many of the people involved in searching for David had also been involved in the searches 12 years before for Shayne. 'One of the winchmen who located David from the helicopter was also part of RAF 22 Squadron looking for Shayne 12 years earlier. 'This brings so many people together around two really sad stories, but it shows the amazing willingness and determination of volunteers and the emergency services to find both these men.' Incredibly, both men had died and remained undiscovered for some time in almost the same spot. North Wales Police shared details of the two incidents in the hope they would highlight the dangers of walking in Eryri. Sgt Terry explained David and Shane were both experienced walkers who were well prepared. 'It's always possible that something will go wrong,' he said. 'Eryri is an incredible place, it's beautiful, and on a good day, the mountains look achievable and accessible. But it's important to understand the scale of these hills and the impact of weather – and how quickly it can change. 'In both these cases, David and Shane ended up in ground which really is very dangerous, which might have seemed inviting from the summit, but as it got steeper and more broken, it became harder." Sgt Terry knows all too well the perils that await – in his spare time he himself volunteers for a local mountain rescue team. 'I volunteer because it's incredible, it's an amazing adventure and it brings value to other people's lives,' he said. 'Where somebody has passed away, helping to bring them off the mountains and back to their families and loved ones is a massive privilege. Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox 'We want you to come and enjoy these beautiful mountains in Eryri, it is amazing but come and be safe and enjoy it. I have a very simple safety message - be prepared.' Mountain safety advice Understand your limitations. Educate yourself on how to walk in the mountain safely. Understand the route that you're taking. Have a communication plan. If you change your plans, let somebody know. Know your descent route. In an emergency, call 999 and ask for mountain rescue. Ensure you have the right clothing for the weather. Have plenty of food and drink, particularly if it's hot. Wear bright coloured clothes to help locate you. Ensure your phone is fully charged. 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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Yahoo
Drug dealer who hid cocaine in Vaseline tubs jailed
A cocaine dealer used tubs of Vaseline to hide his illicit stash. Police swooped on Leonard Petku as he pulled into the forecourt of a car wash in Tamworth on May 14. Officers opened the car door to arrest him, and also found three tubs of Vaseline packed with the class A drug. A phone and £620 in cash were also found inside the 25-year-old's vehicle. READ MORE: Man brutally beaten and stamped on as he left West Bromwich bar Petku, of no fixed address, was later charged with possession with intent to supply a controlled drug of class A. He was also charged with possessing criminal property, driving a motor vehicle otherwise than in accordance with a licence and using a motor vehicle without third party insurance. Petku pleaded guilty to the charges at Stafford Crown Court on Friday, June 13, and was sentenced to 33 months in prison The court also ordered the £620 cash found in the car was to be forfeited. READ MORE: Armed police swarm street as man taken to hospital A Staffordshire Police spokesperson said: "Officers across Staffordshire are working proactively every day to target those involved in high harm offences, like drug dealing, firearm possession and serious violence. "Since our crackdown on organised crime was launched in May 2023, more than 1,000 people have been arrested on suspicion of drug and weapon offences." Stay up-to-date by following our Twitter feed @birmingham_live or liking our Facebook page. To get breaking news emailed to you, sign up here, it's free.
