POLICE officers in London came up with an unconventional way to snare a gang behind illegal gambling, by dressing up as caped superhero duo Batman and Robin. With local Metropolitan Police officers becoming so well known to the offenders, the force opted for the unique approach to tackle the influx of illegal gambling on Westminster Bridge. As a result, two men have been … [Read more...] about Police in London dress as Batman and Robin to snare gang behind illegal gambling
Tánaiste condemns ‘cowardly’ Russian missile attack on Ukraine that has left 32 dead
TÁNAISTE Simon Harris has condemned a Russian military attack on the Ukrainian city of Sumy that left 32 people dead and dozens more injured. Two children are among those killed in the attack, which happened at around 10.15am local time in the north-eastern city around 15 miles from the border with Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has now called on other countries … [Read more...] about Tánaiste condemns ‘cowardly’ Russian missile attack on Ukraine that has left 32 dead
MP backs calls for Casement Park redevelopment following Belfast march
SINN FÉIN MP Paul Maskey has backed calls for Casement Park to finally be redeveloped following a protest march in support of the project. The MP for West Belfast has called on the British Government to clarify what funding is available for the project after backing out of financing it in time for Euro 2028. Mr Maskey was speaking after a march organised by South Antrim GAA … [Read more...] about MP backs calls for Casement Park redevelopment following Belfast march
‘His only concern was to line his own pockets’: Belfast man jailed over large-scale banking fraud
A MAN from west Belfast has been jailed for his part in a large-scale banking fraud totalling more than £1m. At Belfast Crown Court on Friday, 43-year-old John Cartmill was sentenced to four years having pleaded guilty to 44 fraud and money-laundering offences at an earlier hearing. He will serve two years in custody and two on licence. "The custodial sentence sends a clear … [Read more...] about ‘His only concern was to line his own pockets’: Belfast man jailed over large-scale banking fraud
Man charged to court following Co. Down stabbing
A MAN has been charged by police investigating a stabbing incident in Co. Down. A man in his late teens sustained a number of stab wounds to his face and head during the incident in the Dundrum Road area of Newcastle on Friday evening. A male teenager and a man in his 20s were subsequently arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon in a … [Read more...] about Man charged to court following Co. Down stabbing