Man jailed for 25 years for sexually assaulting two children

A MAN has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually assaulting two children. Christopher McCormack, 63, of Campion Way, Sheringham, Norfolk, was jailed at Norwich Crown Court on Thursday and was also handed a further two years on licence. "McCormack's offending was relentless and sustained, causing years of suffering for his victims," said Detective Constable Pippa … [Read more...] about Man jailed for 25 years for sexually assaulting two children

THREE men from Ireland have been arrested In West Yorkshire, England, as part of an investigation into the use of fake Scottish banknotes across the county. The three men from Co. Galway have been charged with conspiracy to have custody or control of a thing knowing it was a counterfeit currency note. They are due to appear at Leeds Crown Court on February 22. Arrests Officers … [Read more...] about Three men from Ireland arrested in England as part of investigation into fake banknotes

A BID is underway to have late Celtic legend Tommy Burns made a saint. The Tommy Burns Cause for Canonisation Co-ordinating Team is hoping they can convince the Bishop of Paisley, Fr John Keenan, to formally begin the process. Speaking to the Diocese of Paisley official podcast, Chris McLaughlin said he firmly believes the footballer was a saint who put his faith into action … [Read more...] about Saint Tommy? Bid underway to have late Celtic legend Tommy Burns canonised

POLICE in Belfast are appealing for information following a report of a serious assault during which a man was stabbed in the eye. The incident occurred on Friday evening in the Eia Street area in the north of the city. The injured man sustained nerve damage to his eye as a result of the attack, which was carried out by three men. "It was reported to police on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Man stabbed in eye during Belfast assault

A MAN has been arrested as part of an investigation into recent high-value cross-border thefts. Searches were carried out at three properties in Omagh, Co. Tyrone following the thefts in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal. The searches uncovered suspected stolen goods and a 'significant' amount of cash. "We were made aware by our colleagues in An Garda Síochána of recent thefts in the … [Read more...] about Man arrested as part of investigation into high-value cross-border thefts