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A caretaker dressed as the Grinch has been "arrested" by police - in a stunt to give nursery kids ''closure'' after a break-in. Release date ? December 20, 2024. Kids were gutted when a real life burglar gained entry to Ivy in the Park nursery in Carntyne in Scotland on December 8. They fled with an iPad and causing extensive damage to the doors of the nursery. Operations Director Annefrances McGrath, and husband and nursery janitor Paul, came up with a plan - and told the children the Grinch had caused the damage. Days later, Paul dressed up as the iconic character and "broke in" to the nursery again - where the children were ready to catch him in a giant net. After apprehending their suspect, a community police officer appeared to handcuff the Grinch and take him away - but not before the children took the character's bag, which was filled with chocolate donated by local police.

Grinch 'arrested' by police to give nursery kids closure after break-in

UK 53 mins ago By Jen Mills

Saudi Arabia 'warned Germany three times about Christmas market killer'

World 2 hours ago By Jen Mills

Rubbish bins, England

Girl, 5, fined £1,000 and threatened with court dates after council ‘caught her fly-tippin

UK 13 hours ago By Brooke Davies

Police marker tape for cordoning crime scene

Four-month-old boy found dead in caravan with man arrested for ‘neglect’

UK 17 hours ago By Brooke Davies

Mandatory Credit: Photo by Andrew McCaren/LNP/REX/Shutterstock (10051031b) Former England footballer Paul Gascoigne at Teesside Crown Court this morning. The 51 year old is charged with sexually assaulting a woman by kissing on a train. Gascoigne was arrested while travelling from York to Newcastle on August 20th & was later charged with sexual assault by touching. Paul Gascoigne court case, Middlesbrough, UK - 08 Jan 2019

Teen who watched mum's partner abuse her for years spared jail for stabbing him

UK 19 hours ago By Sam Corbishley

A policeman stands protecting the crime scene of the shuttered Christmas market

Fears grow of 'copycat' Christmas market attack after five killed in Germany

World 21 hours ago By Gergana Krasteva

Just Stop Oil protester, 77, recalled to jail because wrists too small for a tag

Just Stop Oil protester, 77, recalled to jail because her wrists are too small for a tag

UK 21 hours ago By Sam Corbishley

BRIDPORT, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: A police officer holds a breathalyser during the operation, on December 14, 2023 in Bridport, England, Drink and drug driving accounts for 15 per cent of road deaths and almost 10,000 casualties nationally each year. During the month-long operation, Dorset Police will be out in force targeting those who are a danger on the roads. They will also be using social media channels to raise awareness of the dangers involved with drink and drug driving, carrying out intelligence-led checks and engaging with motorists on the risks of getting behind the wheel after consuming alcohol or taking drugs. Last winter, they arrested 319 people for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. (Photo by Finnbarr Webster/Getty Images)

Scientist who helped design breathalysers banned from driving for failing one

UK 1 day ago By Sam Corbishley

Teacher killed and five students injured in freak car accident after school concert

US 1 day ago By Jessica Kwong

Drug dealer caught after he wore three Rolex watches on his wrist

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Woman chases phone snatchers down and uncovers their ‘secret’ hiding spot

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

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Moment suspect is arrested after car ploughs through busy Christmas market

World 1 day ago By Katie Boyden

Killer’s infuriating reaction after he is sentenced for brutally murdering two teenagers

US 12 hours ago By Brooke Davies

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Fake doctor injected patients with mystery substance at London hospital

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Comp showing the aftermath of the attack in Germany

Child, 9, among five killed and more than 200 injured in German Christmas market attack

World 19 hours ago By Gergana Krasteva

Officers investigating the assault of two men in Westminster - leaving one with life-changing injuries - have issued an image of a suspect they are keen to trace. Police were called at 22.33hrs on Saturday, 12 October, by an off-duty officer, who reported being punched in the back of the head in Covent Garden, close to the Royal Opera House.

Man in his 70s seriously injured after stranger punched him ‘in random attack’

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Man Shot in Harlesden as Police Hunt for Gunman Harlesden, London ??? A man in his 20s has been hospitalized following a shooting on Washbourne Road in Harlesden on the evening of Thursday, December 19. Metropolitan Police officers were called to the scene at around 9:10 PM after reports of gunfire. Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service (LAS) also attended and found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The man was rushed to hospital, where his injuries were assessed as non-life-threatening. Ongoing Investigation A large crime scene remains in place on Washbourne Road as detectives conduct inquiries. Officers are yet to make any arrests, and the gunman remains at large. The Metropolitan Police issued a statement urging witnesses to come forward: "Officers and London Ambulance Service attended and found a man, believed aged in his 20s, with a gunshot injury. He was taken to hospital for treatment ??? his condition is not life-threatening. A crime scene remains in place. There has been no arrest, and enquiries into the circumstances continue." Community Concerns Residents of Harlesden have expressed concerns about rising violence in the area. While the exact motive for the shooting is unclear, locals hope the increased police presence will lead to swift justice. Appeal for Information Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has any information, to come forward. Call: 101 and quote reference CAD7364/19Dec

Gunman still on the run nearly a day after shooting near London nursery

UK 2 days ago By Brooke Davies

Man runs out of barber's mid-haircut to help police officer attacked in street

UK 1 day ago By Sara Odeen-Isbister

Triple killer who murdered elderly neighbour given whole life sentence

Triple killer who murdered elderly neighbour given whole life sentence

UK 2 days ago By Sam Corbishley

Two men charged with assaulting police at Manchester Airport

UK 2 days ago By Sara Odeen-Isbister

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