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Yahoo
41 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Man in high vis jacket hunted after Post Office robbery
A man in a high-vis jacket is being hunted after an early morning robbery. Forensic officers were seen working at the Post Office in Bootle Strand yesterday as they investigated the raid which saw a "significant quantity of cash" taken. Merseyside Police confirmed it received reports at around 9.10am that a man had grabbed hold of a member of staff and demanded cash at the branch in the Strand Shopping Centre. The man is described as wearing a hi-vis orange jacket, grey trousers, a backpack and a baseball cap, with his face covered. He was reported to have left the scene on foot with a significant amount of cash in grey sacks before getting into the passenger side of a Ford Transit van parked on Jersey Street which then drove off. Officers attended and forensic examinations were carried out at the scene, as well as CCTV and witness enquiries. READ MORE: Ava White's murderer named for first time READ MORE: Mum and daughter, eight, found dead at home Detective Inspector Gavin Mulcahy said: "People working in the heart of our communities to provide a vital service, such as a Post Office, should be able to go about their jobs without fear of being subjected to an ordeal like this. "We have been carrying out a number of enquiries to establish exactly what happened and trace those responsible for this robbery. "This includes examination of CCTV footage and forensic enquiries, and we would be keen to hear from anyone who might have dashcam footage or CCTV in that area. "We also appeal for anyone who witnessed the incident itself or who saw the offenders acting suspiciously to get in touch.' Anyone with information on this incident should contact Merseyside Police social media desk via X @MerPolCC or on Facebook 'Merseyside Police Contact Centre'. You can also report information via our website: or call 101 quoting incident reference 25000502164. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their website here: In an emergency always call 999. For the latest news and breaking news visit Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. Join the Liverpool ECHO Breaking News and Top Stories WhatsApp community to receive the latest news straight to your phone by clicking here. Don't miss the biggest and breaking stories by signing up to the Echo Daily newsletter here Try the Liverpool Echo Premium app and get the first month free
Telegraph
5 hours ago
- Telegraph
Woman charged with murder in missing Rolex case
A woman has been charged with the murder of a 69-year-old woman who was discovered stabbed inside her north London home. Nancy Pexton, 69, has been charged with murdering Jennifer Abbott, the Metropolitan Police said. Abbott, also known as Sarah Steinberg, was found dead at her flat in Camden on June 13. Abbott, an award-winning film director, was found by her niece and neighbours, who broke her door down after her family had not heard from her for several days. A post-mortem examination gave the cause of death as sharp force trauma. Earlier this week police said they believed the incident may have been a robbery gone wrong. Abbot's diamond-encrusted Rolex watch was among the items missing, and police said they believed it may have been a targeted attack. Known professionally as Sarah Steinberg, Abbott was from Scottsdale, Arizona, but grew up in London. She later moved to Los Angeles, where she began working in the film industry, winning an award for a documentary. Pexton is due to appear at Highbury magistrates' court on Friday.
The Herald
9 hours ago
- The Herald
Reward offered for information about double murder at waste site
The family of the Gqeberha father and son who were shot dead during a robbery at a dump site earlier in 2025 have put up a reward for any information that may lead to an arrest and successful prosecution of the perpetrators. Heinrich Minnie, 47, and his son, Tiaan, 26, were killed at the Arlington Waste Facility in Victoria Drive on February 5. Since then, little progress has been made in the double murder investigation. On Thursday, the family announced that they were offering a reward of R6,000. Police spokesperson Captain Andre Beetge said the case was being investigated by the Eastern Cape Provincial Serious and Violent Crimes Investigation team. He also confirmed the reward being offered by the victims' family. 'A R6,000 reward is being offered by the family for information given to the police that may result in the successful arrest and prosecution of the perpetrator or perpetrators responsible for these murders,' Beetge said. 'Any person with information that could assist the police in their investigation is urged to contact Warrant Officer John Lourens on 071-352-4706, or Crime Stop on 08600-10111. Callers may opt to remain anonymous.' The father and son had been disposing of rubbish at the tip in Walmer when they were gunned down in broad daylight. Tiaan was shot dead while still seated inside the vehicle, while Heinrich's body was found next to the bakkie. According to the police at the time, the suspected motive was robbery. The Herald
CTV News
12 hours ago
- CTV News
Charges laid as Manitoba woman accused of trying to steal food from nine-year-old
Mounties in Thompson are investigating with officers from the RCMP major crime unit. (File image). THOMPSON -- A young woman in northern Manitoba is facing charges after police allege she tried to steal food from a nine-year-old girl. RCMP say they were called Wednesday to a robbery in Thompson, 700 kilometres north of Winnipeg, where a woman went up to a girl riding a bike and asked for the bag of food she was carrying. A bystander saw the whole thing and chased the woman away before bringing the child to safety. Mounties say the girl wasn't seriously hurt and didn't need medical attention. They say officers arrested a 22-year-old woman who matched the description given to them by the girl and the bystander. The accused has been charged with robbery, causing a disturbance and two counts of resisting arrest, and has been remanded into custody. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 19, 2025.
Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Yahoo
Mississauga man accused of forcible confinement, robbery in Scarborough
A 21-year-old Mississauga man faces numerous charges including forcible confinement and robbery in connection to a springtime incident in Scarborough. Toronto Police said they received a call for a robbery on April 8 in the Midland-Lawrence Aves. area. Police alleged that the accused met the victim through social media and they decided to meet. Police said the accused picked up the victim in his vehicle and, while inside the vehicle, the accused allegedly assaulted the victim and stole their belongings. CRIME SCENE: Trio charged in $4M pot bust in Bobcaygeon CRIME SCENE: 3 men sought in armed Markham home invasion, auto theft Ridhampreet Singh was arrested June 10 and charged with forcible confinement, assault, two counts of robbery, three counts of uttering threats, assault with a weapon and fraud under $5,000. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 416-808-4100 or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477) or
