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Early Release Is a Dilution of Justice
Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Police and Crime Commissioner Rupert Matthews has branded the early release of prisoners a "dilution of justice", urging the Government to accelerate prison expansion rather than continue easing overcrowding by releasing offenders early. He said today: "Justice...
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Syston murder accused had same Adidas trainers used to stamp on friend's face
An expert said there was a 'strong' likelihood Graham Howard's trainers were involved in the attack on Simon Geary
Woman's body found in water at Watermead Country Park
At 4.15pm yesterday (Thursday 1 October) Police received a report of a missing woman. A short time later, a call was received stating a person was believed to have entered the water at Watermead Park. Officers were deployed and a search was undertaken. The body of a woman, who is believed to be the ...
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Violent boyfriend made body bag threat in 'horrendous' series of controlling acts
A judge has said Luke Fradsham cannot blame mental health issues for his behaviour
Woman's body found in water at Watermead Country Park after major search operation
A police helicopter and water rescue teams were seen at the park
Investigators reveal 'likely cause' behind huge Leicestershire airfield fire
Nobody was injured during the incident
Arad Nakian Leicester murder suspects in court as big update issued
Arad Nakian flagged down police after suffering a number of stab wounds but died in hospital
CCTV clue as man suffers head and arm injuries in Loughborough assault
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to
Conservatives hold off Reform UK challenge in 'decisive' Leicestershire by-election win
Councillor Craig Smith succeeds the late Nick Rushton into the post
Closing date confirmed for Leicestershire B&Q store after 26 years of trading
The DIY giant has confirmed when the branch will shut for good
Controversial Leicestershire homes plan on former recreation ground generates hundreds of objections
Developers have hit back at residents' fears as they insist affordable housing is needed
Leicestershire authority coughs up more than £3k to mum after child was expelled from school
The mum also said that emails would often go unanswered as she tried to get education for her child
Emergency services are responding to an incident on Watermead County Park tonight.
Emergency services are currently on scene at Watermead Country Park tonight. Police and water rescue are currently searching the Mammoth lake and surrounding areas. Police helicopter was reported over the area early tonight. A police cordon is now in place. We have contacted Leicestershire Police fo...
Busy Leicester road closed after crash as police release statement
Motorists are being urged to avoid the area if possible
Major road is closed due to a Road traffic collision tonight
Fosse Road North is currently closed between the junctions of Fosse Road North and Glenfield Road. This collision involves a motorcyclist. We have no details on any injuries at this time. Please find alternative routes and updates will follow. Update 23:30 The road remains closed. Pictures by Leice...
‘I’ll keep fighting as long as I’ve got breath’, mum vows after Leicester leisure centre closure plans announced
Leicester City Council has confirmed proposals to permanently close New Parks Leisure Centre
Family dismayed as gold nugget thief who stole from vulnerable pensioner avoids jail
And he was only ordered to pay compensation totalling a fraction of the nugget's value
Free and discounted autumn Saturday bus travel launches in Leicestershire
Leicestershire residents and visitors can enjoy free and discounted bus travel every Saturday until the end of December. Travelling by bus on all Leicestershire County Council supported services will be completely free on Saturdays from 3 October to 26 December, helping people explore more of the co...
Sir Peter Soulsby speaks out on possible Leicester city centre balaclava ban as concerns raised
City centre businesses say they are plagued by 'lawless' youths
Bradgate Park coffee shop bounces back after major food hygiene failures found
Bradgate Coffee Company has since scored top marks after a new inspection by officials