Boy, 14, Held After Girl, 9, Dies in Weston-super-Mare
A teenage boy is in custody after the death of a nine-year-old girl in Weston-super-Mare. Police have launched a murder investigation and are supporting the devastated family.
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Teen arrested after girl, 9, found dead in Somerset
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a nine-year-old girl's body at a property in Weston-super-Mare. Police are investigating the 'utterly dreadful' incident.
M5 Tragedy: Teen Tasered Before Being Hit by Car
Logan Smith, 18, died after leaving an ambulance on the M5 near Weston-super-Mare. The IOPC is investigating police Taser use prior to the fatal incident. Read the full report.
Teenager dies after leaving ambulance on M5
An 18-year-old man tragically died after being hit by a car on the M5. The incident occurred after he exited an ambulance that had stopped to provide treatment. Our thoughts are with his family.
A303 Crash: Man Dies, One Critical in Somerset
A man in his 50s has died after a serious single-vehicle crash on the A303 in Somerset. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage. One person remains in a life-threatening condition.
Teen Couple's Home Destroyed by Arsonists
A teenage couple's first home near Yeovil was burned down by arsonists days before they were due to move in. The uninsured £60,000 property and all their belongings were destroyed. Police are investigating.
Shepton Mallet Carnival halted after float fall
Shepton Mallet Carnival procession was stopped for nearly an hour after a person fell from a carnival cart. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Read the full story.
M1 Crash Causes 7-Mile Queues Near Leicester
Severe delays on M1 southbound after multi-vehicle collision between J23 and J22 near Leicester, with emergency services scrambling to clear the scene and miles of tailbacks forming during Thursday afternoon rush.
M6 driver stunned by unbelievable motorway discovery
A routine journey on the M6 turned into an unbelievable spectacle when a motorist encountered something truly extraordinary on the carriageway, causing widespread amazement and safety concerns.
Two girls fall from Ferris wheel at Louisiana festival
Shocking incident at New Roads festival as two young girls fall from moving Ferris wheel, prompting major emergency response and investigation into ride safety standards.
Pensioner withholds council tax over damaging speed humps
A defiant 73-year-old is withholding his council tax in protest against dangerous speed humps that he claims are destroying vehicles and making his street a 'nightmare' for residents. Discover why this pensioner is taking a stand against local authorities
4 Car Checks That Could Save You Thousands
Motorists are being warned about four critical vehicle checks that could prevent costly repairs and dangerous breakdowns. Discover the simple maintenance tasks that keep you safe on UK roads.
Slow drivers killed 19 in decade - shock data
Exclusive investigation uncovers how excessively slow driving has caused more fatalities than speeding on UK roads, with 19 deaths and hundreds injured over ten years.
M5 Crash Causes 7-Mile Queues and Hour-Long Delays
Severe disruption on M5 southbound after multi-vehicle collision between J16 and J17 causes 7-mile queues, hour-long delays, and emergency service scramble during Tuesday morning rush hour.
Two Lamborghinis wrecked in London crashes days apart
Exclusive: A pair of luxury Lamborghini supercars have been reduced to wreckage in separate high-profile crashes across London, causing tens of thousands in damage and leaving emergency services dealing with the expensive aftermath.
M6 emergency closure sparks 10-mile traffic queues
Severe delays hit the M6 in Cheshire after emergency closure between junctions 16 and 18 causes massive tailbacks and major disruption for motorists.
Miracle escape as car crushed by jackknifed lorry
Shocking CCTV footage captures the terrifying moment a car is completely crushed by an out-of-control jackknifed lorry on a UK motorway, in what police are calling an 'absolute miracle' survival story.
Yellow box junctions earn councils £35m in driver fines
Motorists across Britain are being hit with staggering fines as yellow box junctions generate millions in revenue for local authorities. Discover which councils are profiting most from these controversial traffic traps.
M4 Emergency Closure Causes 10-Mile Queues
Severe disruption hits the M4 near Reading as emergency repairs force complete closure between junctions 10 and 11, causing massive tailbacks and diversion chaos for Thursday commuters.
20mph limits could replace national speed limit on country roads
Major proposed changes to UK driving laws could see 20mph limits replace the national speed limit on narrow country roads, while rural councils gain new powers to set lower limits.
Driver's viral speed camera hack sparks police warning
A motorist's ingenious trick to avoid speeding tickets has sparked debate after going viral on social media. Discover whether this controversial method could land you in hot water with police.
Half of UK parents fear roads too dangerous for children
Shocking new research reveals nearly 50% of British parents consider local roads too dangerous for their children to walk or cycle safely, sparking calls for urgent road safety reforms.
Daughter killed weeks after starting dream job
Heartbroken father shares devastating moment his daughter was killed in a horrific road accident mere weeks after beginning her dream career, as family pays tribute to 'beautiful soul'.
Somerset's Laser Show Transforms Historic Landmarks
Discover how Somerset's groundbreaking Illuminated River project is using cutting-edge laser technology to create mesmerising light displays across the region's most iconic locations, from Glastonbury Tor to Cheddar Gorge.
Sunglasses prevent car crashes after daylight saving time
New research reveals a surprising connection between daylight saving time transitions and car crashes, with experts recommending simple vision protection to enhance road safety.
Escaped lion terrorises UK roadside in shocking footage
Shocking video captures the terrifying moment a fully-grown lion escaped from a trailer and prowled a British roadside, launching itself at a moving vehicle in a hair-raising confrontation.
Keep sunglasses in car for winter driving safety
Expert motoring advice reveals why drivers need sunglasses more in winter than summer as darker evenings create dangerous glare conditions on UK roads.
Van driver jailed for fatal email crash on M25
A van driver who caused a fatal motorway collision while checking work emails has been jailed for causing death by dangerous driving in a tragic case highlighting the dangers of mobile phone use at the wheel.
Baffled drivers rage over Wotsits-style road markings
Confused motorists across Britain are outraged as new giant yellow road markings resembling popular Wotsits snacks appear on highways, sparking safety concerns and widespread bewilderment among drivers.
Baby and child critical after Oakford collision
A baby girl and young child fight for life after devastating crash in Somerset village as police launch urgent investigation into the circumstances.
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