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These two men are wanted by Gloucestershire police - but don't...

February 21, 2017, 12:56 am
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Wanted appeals have been issued for these two men over two separate incidents. Ernest Farbar was due to have been extradited to the Czech Republic following his arrest on a European Arrest Warrant on suspicion of robbery. But Farbar, 25, of Millbrook Street, Gloucester failed to appear at court for his extradition hearing. When officers arrived at his bail address it was found that Farbar had removed his electronic monitoring device and absconded. If you have information on Farbar's...

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Is nothing sacred? Beloved 'village icon' Morris 1000 van stolen

February 21, 2017, 3:51 am
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A beloved van which became an icon around Cheltenham for more than four decades has been stolen.The classic 1969 Morris 1000 van used by Shurdington business RD Haidon Horticultural Engineer for 44 years was allegedly taken from Sunfield Farm in Badgeworth Lane.Thieves are believed to have struck between 6.30pm on Sunday night and Monday morning. Appeals are being made to track down the irreplaceable van which became well-known around Cheltenham and Gloucestershire as business owner Rick Haidon...

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Smash and grab: Raiders steal three off-road bikes from...

February 21, 2017, 4:30 am
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Thieves smashed their way into a motorbike dealership in Gloucester and made off with three off-road bikes. The bikes were stolen at around 9.30pm on Monday from Fraser's Motorcycles in Bristol Road after the raiders broke in and wheeled the bikes away. Manager Neil Fraser said: ""Two motocross TC85 bikes were stolen and one TC125. Read: Triple weather whammy: Storm Doris to bring strong winds, heavy rain and even snow"They smashed a window in the front of shop and wheeled...

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Woman who clearly LOVES Marmite jailed - for stealing 17 jars of...

February 21, 2017, 6:13 am
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As anyone knows where Marmite is concerned - you either love it or hate it.And 35-year-old Jessica Pritchard is quite clearly in the former of those two camps. So much so, she's now in jail for the latest in a string of thefts - stealing 17 jars of the tangy spread from the Co-op.Pritchard, of Mathews Way, Farmhill, Stroud was sent to prison for 10 weeks after Cheltenham magistrates heard that she was a "persistent offender".Read: This is what's going to replace Gloucester Magistrates'...

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Justice caught up with man who received stolen equipment from...

February 21, 2017, 7:17 am
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Justice finally caught up with a Churchdown man who dishonestly received £2,000 worth of stolen equipment from the London Boat show more than six years ago.Timothy West, 51, of St John's Avenue, Churchdown, was caught with the bag full of boating kit, including an aqualung, at the show at the ExCel Centre in London in January 2010.He later pleaded guilty at Inner London Crown Court to four offences of handling stolen goods and was due to be sentenced in September 2011.Read: Triple weather...

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How innocent neighbour was arrested after this pervert hacked...

February 21, 2017, 8:10 am
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An innocent man was arrested on suspicion of downloading child porn because his neighbour had hacked into his WiFi to avoid detection, a court heard today. Yasir Khan's home was searched twice by the police for devices containing illegal images but they found nothing - because the true culprit was Lloyd Miller, 53, who lived across the road in Howard Street, Gloucester. At Gloucester Crown Court Miller pleaded guilty to procuring unauthorised access to Mr Khan's internet connection and also...

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LIVE: Storm Doris, body found in search for Gloucester man,...

February 21, 2017, 11:00 am
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This is where you can stay up-to-date during the day with everything that is going on in Gloucestershire. This includes a weather warning for Storm Doris that will bring a triple whammy of weather woe on Thursday.There was a smash-and-grab raid at a motorcycle dealership in Gloucester and Sir Geoff Hurst is selling a 'world cup' registration plate.We are also looking into a nasty whiff in Cheltenham and have found out what will replace the demolished magistrates' court in Gloucester.We also...

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Why are people fighting and crashing into glass windows in...

February 21, 2017, 10:16 pm
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Two glass windows at Cheltenham have been smashed in the past week following reports of people brawling. Last night at the KFC branch in Pittville Street in the town centre there were reports of a fight between young teenage boys. This resulted in a smashed glass window at the front of the restaurant. Read: Triple weather whammy: Storm Doris to bring strong winds, heavy rain and even snow A worker for KFC said he saw some kids fighting outside the takeaway and one of them was punched...

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Mother-of-the-bride nabs suspected burglar on daughter's wedding...

February 22, 2017, 3:03 am
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An off-duty police officer showed remarkable dedication to her role when she detained a suspected burglar on her daughter's wedding day. Sergeant Julia Martin-Jones was returning home to the Sandford Park area of Cheltenham after the ceremony on Saturday when she spotted someone leaving a neighbour's house acting suspiciously. Without hesitation the 54-year-old leapt into action to apprehend the person and call colleagues to the scene. Read: Detectives dig inside garage at former home of...

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Paedophile Army sergeant who raped a young girl has jail term cut...

February 22, 2017, 5:09 am
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A paedophile army sergeant who raped one young girl and committed sex attacks on another has had his jail term cut by top judges.Alan McCurry, 67, who served in the 4th Battalion Mercian Regiment, based in Farnborough, abused the victims during the 1970's and 1980's.McCurry lived in South Cerney, Gloucestershire, after leaving the Mercians in 1982. And he later served as a chef in a Territorial Army division of the Merseyside-based King's Regiment.Lord Justice Simon commented: "The verdicts...

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LIVE: Heroes lift van off woman, amber warning for Storm Doris,...

February 22, 2017, 6:19 am
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This is where you can stay up-to-date during the day with everything that is going on in Gloucestershire. Today, we have reported on a heroic rescue of a woman run over by her own van, a bid to knock down and rebuild a Lidl store, and the oncoming storm that is Doris.And we have met a remarkable man called Norman Morgan. Is he the oldest man in Cheltenham living in his own home? We will also bring you the latest travel and all the breaking news from the county. So stay with us, your...

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Lee Mahon to be sentenced for brandishing kitchen knife and...

February 22, 2017, 6:58 am
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A 39-year-old Cheltenham man who was to have stood trial today on a catalogue of charges involving assault and harassment of his ex partner has changed his plea to guilty to most of the allegations at the last minute.After Lee Mahon, of Somme Road, Oakley, had admitted criminal damage, being armed with a knife, affray and twice breaching a restraining order, the judge at Gloucester Crown Court apologised to a panel of jurors who had waited all morning.Judge Michael Harington told them that as a...

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Manhunt back on after George the Swan was shot through the neck...

February 22, 2017, 7:56 am
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The two suspects held over the shooting of George the Swan have been released, police have confirmed. A 48-year-old man and a boy, 15, have been released without charge following the shocking incident in Pittville Park in Cheltenham last month. But officers leading the case are re-appealing for information and remain determined to catch George's sick attackers. Read: Pictures reveal horrific injuries suffered by George the swan, shot with crossbow bolt in Cheltenham Watch the moment...

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​Do not say 'yes' if caller asks 'can you hear me?' because it...

February 22, 2017, 11:50 am
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People are being warned about a telephone scam currently sweeping the United States which is set to hit the UK. Gloucestershire residents are being warned about the scam by leading calling blocking device makers, CPR. The public is urged to hang up if someone asks 'Can you hear me?' This answer from an unknown caller could make you a victim of a scam. Read: Storm Doris to send debris flying through air as Met Office ups warning to Amber with risk of snow "After the introduction, the...

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You could be banned from driving for using your mobile phone's...

March 6, 2017, 9:30 pm
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Motorists seen touching mobile phones – even to alter the satnav – could automatically lose their licence under stricter laws. The legislation , introduced on March 1, means drivers will be handed six penalty points and a £200 fine, but those who have passed their test within the last two years will be banned. Many of us use apps such as Google Maps and Citymapper but if you handle the phone while the engine is on you are breaking the law. Unless you can guarantee you...

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Drugs gangs in Gloucestershire dealt major blow after dawn raids...

March 7, 2017, 4:15 am
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Organised drugs crime in Gloucestershire has been dealt another major blow after a series of dawn raids in south London this morning.Around 30 officers from Gloucestershire Constabulary carried out the raids at three homes in Lewisham and Peckham and arrested four people on suspicion of conspiracy to supply drugs and money laundering. Doors were broken down during the simultaneous raids at around 7am this morning and officers seized several thousands of pounds in cash and mobile phones along...

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Man hit with £250,000 court bill for selling 'pre-loaded'...

March 7, 2017, 5:27 am
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The war against 'pre-loaded' Kodi boxes is intensifying after a man who sold them to pubs and clubs was hit with a £250,000 court bill.The national boss of Trading Standards hopes the prosecution serves as a warning to others that crime does not pay. Malcolm Mayes, from Hartlepool, sold Kodi boxes for £1,000 each to pubs and clubs so they could illegally screen Premier League football and pay-per-view events, a court heard. Hartlepool Council says Mayes targeted the venue through...

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Harrowing 999 call made by son who found Tony Swift in pool of...

March 7, 2017, 9:39 am
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The harrowing 999 call made by Sam Swift after he found his murdered father lying in a pool of blood was heard in court today.Jury members in the trial of Lee McClatchley, who is accused of killing Tony Swift, were also told about the defendant's movements on October 26 - the date of his alleged victim's death.McClatchley, 30, of Cromwell Road, Cheltenham, allegedly beat Mr Swift to death before stealing cannabis which he used to sell on himself.Today the jury in Bristol Crown Court watched CCTV...

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​​LIVE: Shaun Payne inquest, U-2 spyplane, woman's seven hour car...

March 7, 2017, 9:59 am
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This is where you can stay up-to-date during the day with everything that is going on in Gloucestershire. Today, we will be at the inquest into the death of Shaun Payne, the 18-year-old from Newent who died in a crash last October. We will also be covering the Tony Swift murder trial and bringing you the build-up to next week's Cheltenham Festival. And we'll be following up last night's dramatic developments at Gloucester Rugby as Laurie Fisher, the head coach, leaves Kingsholm. We will...

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Woman denies trying to pour paint down person's throat in alleged...

March 7, 2017, 12:03 pm
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A 24 year old Gloucester woman with numerous previous convictions for violence denied today that she played any part in attacking a young mum last year and pouring paint on her face.Layla Warburton, of Honyatt Road, Gloucester, is accused of hitting Jamie Wijnaendts with a TV in her own home and trying to empty a pot of paint down her throat.But she denies attempting to wound Ms Wijnaendts, 30, with intent to cause grievious bodily harm between November 1-4 2016 and claims that although everyone...

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