Day: May 9, 2020
Police investigated after man Tasered and left with life-changing injuries
May 9, 2020An independent investigation has been launched after a man suffered ‘life-changing injuries’ when he was Tasered by police. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said it is ‘seeking answers’ on ‘whether there are any conduct or criminal matters’ after the man in his 20s was injured in Burgoyne Road, Haringey, north London, on Monday, […]
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London pub slammed for ‘opening’ on VE Day despite lockdown ban
May 9, 2020Crowds of people gathered outside a popular London pub that began serving takeaway alcohol as part of VE Day celebrations in an apparent breach of lockdown rules. The Plume of Feathers in Greenwich has been criticised for organising an event for local residents, despite strict orders requiring pubs, bars and restaurants to close to prevent […]
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Homeless man fighting for his life after two rough sleepers attacked in London
May 9, 2020Police are appealing for information after two rough sleepers were attacked in London – leaving one fighting for his life. Officers from the Metropolitan Police Service were called at 4.30am on Thursday to reports a rough sleeper had been attacked by two men on Victoria Street in Westminster. The 44-year-old man was taken to a […]
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