New Year's rail chaos after 200m of cables stolen
Thieves stole 200m of signalling cables in South Yorkshire, causing major train delays and cancellations for New Year's travellers. Full details on the disruption and impact.
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Comedian's bag stolen in 'Beckham' style London restaurant theft
Comedian Cally Beaton's bag was stolen from under her chair in a Marylebone restaurant by two thieves using a coordinated 'football' manoeuvre. Watch the CCTV footage and see the police appeal.
Motorhome gang stole £175k from Spanish tourists
Spanish police dismantle a roaming gang that used a motorhome to commit 25 thefts, stealing €200k from tourists in Valencia, Andalusia, and the Balearics. Four arrested in Benalmádena.
£30m German Bank Heist: Ocean's Eleven-Style Raid
Thieves executed a spectacular bank heist in Germany, drilling into a vault and stealing £30 million in gold and valuables. Discover the details of the raid and the aftermath for thousands of customers.
German bank vault drilled, tens of millions stolen in heist
A gang drilled into a German savings bank vault over Christmas, stealing valuables worth tens of millions from safety deposit boxes. Get the latest on the major heist in Gelsenkirchen.
Phone snatched in 7 seconds in London as police issue warning
Shocking CCTV shows a London phone thief snatch a mobile and vanish in 7 seconds. Police report 413 thefts in 6 months. Get vital security tips to protect your device.
2026 Gaming Preview: Major Releases from GTA VI to Bond
A look ahead at the biggest video games of 2026, including Grand Theft Auto VI, the new James Bond title 007 First Light, and major sequels for Resident Evil and Pokémon. Discover release dates and key details.
$400k Lobster Stolen in US Freight Fraud
A $400,000 shipment of lobster bound for Costco was stolen by criminals impersonating a legitimate carrier. The logistics firm warns this sophisticated fraud drives up costs for consumers.
Organised crime drives UK construction site theft wave
Security firms warn of a sharp rise in organised thefts from UK building sites, with tools and plant equipment targeted. The industry faces a £100m annual bill as the Christmas shutdown looms.
1950 Stone of Destiny Heist: Scotland's Christmas Raid
On Christmas Day 1950, Scottish nationalists stole the Stone of Destiny from Westminster Abbey. Discover the full story of this audacious historical heist and its lasting impact.
Victim tracks stolen phones to London flowerbed
A woman used Google's Find My Device to locate her snatched phone and four others buried in a Lewisham park, exposing a theft trend. Read the full story.
Stolen phones found buried in South London park
A woman tracked her stolen Samsung Galaxy to a Lewisham park, unearthing five devices. Experts warn this new theft tactic is spreading across the capital. Read the full story.
Mum chases Grinch on mobility scooter for decorations
A Bournemouth mum chased a thief on a souped-up mobility scooter in her festive pyjamas to recover stolen Christmas decorations. Police later returned a second stolen ornament. Read the full story.
Ex-Rockstar Dev Reveals GTA Spin-Offs in Tokyo & Moscow
A former Rockstar technical director reveals plans for GTA games set in Tokyo, Moscow, and Rio, developed locally. Discover why these global spin-offs never happened and why the series stays in the US.
Six Immigration Officers Charged Over Migrant Thefts
Six UK immigration officers face charges of stealing from migrants and money laundering. The defendants are due at Westminster Magistrates' Court in January. Read the full details.
Grindr thieves jailed for London phone-stealing spree
Two 'calculated' burglars who robbed dozens of Londoners via Grindr have been jailed. The Afghan nationals stole phones, wallets and passports in a pre-planned crime spree. Read the full report.
London parcel thefts rocket 376% ahead of Christmas
Parcel thefts in London have surged by 376% since 2021, with December the peak month. Experts warn 'porch pirates' are targeting festive deliveries. Read the security advice.
Élysée Palace Staff Accused of Stealing €40k Tableware
A silver steward at France's presidential palace has been arrested for allegedly stealing historic porcelain and silverware, valued up to €40,000, and listing items on sites like Vinted. Read the full investigation details.
Activists dressed as Santa steal food for needy in Canada
Activists in Santa and elf costumes stole groceries from a Montreal supermarket to feed the hungry, protesting corporate greed amid a cost-of-living crisis. Read the full story.
Drivers Accuse Security Firm of False Fuel Theft Claims
A Blackburn family was barred from over 1,300 stations for 19 months after being accused of a £20.01 fuel theft they insist they paid for in cash. Read their story and the wider issue with ANPR evidence.
Dispatches Hunts Britain's Parcel Thieves
Channel 4's Dispatches investigates the UK's parcel theft crimewave, using trackers to follow stolen goods. Plus, the Celebrity MasterChef final heats up. Your evening TV guide.
£80k of suspected stolen tools seized at car boot sale
Metropolitan Police recover 400 items and make four arrests at Hounslow Heath car boot sale in crackdown on tool theft. Read the latest on the operation.
Porch Pirates Steal £666.5m of UK Parcels in 2025
A shocking new documentary reveals the tactics of 'porch pirates' stealing millions of parcels. Discover the UK's worst-hit areas and how to protect your deliveries this Christmas.
Interpol's 'Diamond Thief' Faces UK Extradition
Hugo Javier Marin Salgado, a fugitive on Interpol's Red Notice list, will be extradited from the UK to Belgium for a diamond heist. Read the full story of his capture and court proceedings.
Teens arrested in £80k stolen tools raid at Hounslow boot sale
Police seize £80,000 of suspected stolen power tools at a Hounslow car boot sale, arresting two 15-year-old boys and two men. Officers urge tradespeople to mark their property.
Amazon driver filmed 'stealing cat' during delivery
Shocking doorbell footage appears to show an Amazon delivery driver picking up a woman's cat and walking off with it. The pet owner is pleading for her safe return.
Watch thief chased down by public in Marylebone
A suspected thief was chased and tackled by the victim and passersby on Margaret Street, recovering a stolen watch in a brazen daylight theft. Read the full story of community defiance.
Salt Path Author Raynor Winn Denies New Family Theft Claims
Author Raynor Winn rejects new allegations she stole money from relatives, calling them a 'false narrative'. The claims follow scrutiny over her bestselling memoir, The Salt Path.
Shoplifter's bad timing at police-filled Walmart
A prolific shoplifter in Wisconsin faced an unexpected arrest after choosing to steal from a Walmart during its annual 'Shop with a Cop' event. Read the full story of the festive fail.
US Restaurant Staff: Immigrant Voices Reveal Exploitation
A new report exposes the harsh realities for immigrant restaurant staff in the US, detailing wage theft and poor conditions. Read their powerful stories and the push for change.
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