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Doncaster, September 19 — A 29-year-old man has been sentenced to one year after committing a staggering 19 thefts in less than a month across two One Stop shops in Balby. Jack Allchurch, who was identified as a prolific offender, stole over £2,000 worth of goods in a reckless spree that spanned just 23 days. Allchurch’s thefts were captured on CCTV, revealing a bold approach to shoplifting. He stole deodorant, jars of coffee, dog treats, and chocolate. Notably, he did not attempt to pay for the stolen products. The arrest was made possible due to the diligent efforts of the…
Doncaster, UK — A major crackdown on drug trafficking in Doncaster has resulted in significant prison sentences for local dealers, with one recent case culminating in a 4-year and 9-month sentence for 30-year-old Brandon Hynes. This sentencing is part of Operation Dream Alpha, a comprehensive initiative that has led to a staggering total of over 110 years of imprisonment for drug offenders in the area. Hynes, a dealer for the notorious ‘Jack’ Line, was apprehended during a thorough investigation. In April and May 2023, law enforcement caught him supplying dangerous Class A drugs, including heroin and crack cocaine. Following extensive…
Rotherham – A 15-year-old girl was the victim of a robbery by three masked men in Fenton Woods, Rotherham, on August 31. The incident occurred around 4:50 p.m. near the entrance of Munsbrough Lane. According to South Yorkshire Police, the young Girl was approached by the men, who were all wearing masks. They threatened her and demanded she hand over her necklace and cash. The suspects are described as follows: The first man is approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall and muscular. He wore a balaclava, burgundy Nike tech fleece, gloves, and black tracksuit bottoms. The second man is black,…
Scunthorpe – A Doncaster man is among nine individuals charged following a large-scale brawl that broke out on Frodingham Road, Scunthorpe, during the early hours of September 8. Bradley Mills, 32, of Beckett Road, Doncaster, was among those charged with violent disorder after Humberside Police responded to reports of a street fight. Alongside Mills, several Scunthorpe residents, including Charlie Shipp, 20, of Grange Lane South; Ewan Payne, 20, of Lilac Avenue; Rajinder Chatha, 45, of Osprey Drive; Kaden Allison, 20, of Burringham Road; and Dylan Brookfield, 35, were also charged. All five men were remanded in custody and appeared in…
A Doncaster man has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for committing a series of sexual offences, including the rape of a child. Lee Grant, 45, of Junction Road, Stainforth, was convicted of 10 out of 11 charges, which included rape, sexual assault, and indecent assault. Grant’s trial, which concluded at Sheffield Crown Court earlier this year, lasted three weeks. Despite pleading not guilty to the charges, Grant was guilty of several serious offences. These included two counts of raping a girl aged between 13 and 15, five counts of sexually assaulting a woman, one count of raping a…
Sheffield, South Yorkshire – Two young children are receiving hospital treatment following separate dog attacks in recent days, prompting renewed calls for public vigilance and responsible pet ownership. On September 4, at approximately 5:30 p.m., Sheffield police responded to a distressing incident in a local park. Two loose dogs attacked a four-year-old girl, believed to be XL Bullies, while playing with her mother. The dogs reportedly mauled the child, causing injuries that, while serious, are not life-threatening. The injured girl was transported to the hospital, and the dogs were later seized from a nearby property and are currently held in…
An urgent appeal has been launched to help restore a Doncaster Scout hut after vandals broke in, trashed the building, and even urinated on children’s art supplies. The break-in occurred at the Scout hut in Askern, where intruders caused extensive damage. They tore down ceiling insulation, ripped out wiring, destroyed a newly installed kitchen, and emptied cupboards before fleeing. The vandals also urinated throughout the space, further desecrating the cherished community facility. In addition to the damage, several items were stolen, leaving the hut devastated. A fundraising campaign has now been launched, aiming to raise £2,000 to help repair the…
A police investigation is underway following a violent attack in Doncaster, where a man and his dog were viciously attacked by three other dogs. The incident occurred on Friday evening, with both the man and his pet sustaining injuries. The attack took place on Allenby Crescent in Rossington around 6:30 p.m. A spokesperson for South Yorkshire Police confirmed the event, stating: “We received reports that three other dogs attacked a man and his dog. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances.” Authorities are urging anyone with information about the attack to come forward and contact the police on 101 as…
A 38-year-old woman has been arrested on charges of drunk driving and child neglect following a dramatic crash in Doncaster, where her vehicle overturned and landed on its roof. The incident occurred early Sunday evening in the village of Rossington at the junction of Grange Lane, Central Drive, and Queen Mary’s Road. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene after receiving reports of the collision. According to a spokesperson from South Yorkshire Police, the crash, reported at 6:40 PM, involved two vehicles: a white Skoda Fabia and a black Jaguar XF Portfolio. The Skoda driver and a child passenger were…
A bungling Doncaster burglar who claimed he “found” stolen firearms after raiding a local store has been sentenced to nearly two years behind bars. Gavin Smedley, 37, was caught red-handed after triggering an alarm during a break-in at a Doncaster shop on March 17. Officers responded within two minutes, finding Smedley in possession of three firearms. Upon being confronted, Smedley dropped the weapons and was swiftly arrested. In a police interview, Smedley insisted he had stumbled upon the guns in the store’s car park and merely picked them up. However, police discovered a hole cut in the roof of the…