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Doncaster Man Jailed for Violent Outburst Against Police in Rotherham Rotherham, 21 August – Lewis Merritt, 27, has been sentenced to two years and eight months in prison following his involvement in a violent incident targeting police officers in Manvers, Rotherham. The turmoil unfolded outside the Holiday Inn hotel on Sunday, 4 August. Merritt, a resident of Victoria Road, Balby, was caught on camera amidst the chaos, where he was seen loitering before actively participating in the violence. During the incident, Merritt threw chairs and planks of wood at officers, kicked a police van, and removed crowd control barriers. Despite…
Doncaster, 21/08/24—Adwick Park Rangers Junior Football Club (APRJFC) is thrilled to announce week two of its free football camp, introducing an exhilarating new way for girls to engage in the sport. Today, participants can experience football like never before, playing on 3v3 Airpitches designed to deliver “Fast, Feet, Fun” in a dynamic and inclusive environment. The Airpitches, used for the first time at APRJFC, provide a unique and fast-paced setting where girls of all abilities can enhance their skills, build confidence, and enjoy the game. These inflatable pitches create a soft, safe, and fun atmosphere that encourages active participation and…
A Doncaster man imprisoned for the brutal murder of his partner has died in custody after ingesting a lethal combination of drugs. Christopher Keeling, 63, was found unresponsive at HMP Doncaster on September 18, 2022. A newly released report from the Prison Ombudsman confirmed his death was caused by mixed drug toxicity, with tramadol—a potent painkiller—found in his system at four times the lethal dose. While Keeling had been prescribed other drugs discovered in his body, the source of the tramadol remains unknown. Keeling was serving an 18-year sentence for the murder of Ann Robinson, his partner, whom he had…
Doncaster, UK – A woman who caused a major power outage and fire after crashing her car into an electricity box while driving under the influence has been sentenced by the court. Hayley Booth, 32, of Oxford Avenue, Lincoln, was nearly three times over the legal drink-drive limit when she was arrested on the evening of July 19 on Gainsborough Road in Bawtry. A breathalyzer test revealed she had 99 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath, significantly above the legal limit of 35. The collision triggered a fire and led to widespread power cuts, plunging half of Bawtry…
Motorists in and around Doncaster should prepare for significant travel disruptions as nearly two dozen road closures are scheduled over the next two weeks. According to National Highways, 20 closures are set to occur, with seven likely to cause moderate delays, potentially holding up drivers for 10 to 30 minutes. The current roadworks include four ongoing closures that will continue through the week: – A1(M): From April 14, 2023, to August 31, 2024, slight delays (under 10 minutes) are expected northbound between junctions 36 and 37 due to lane closures for a wide load waiting area. – A1(M): From November…
South Yorkshire Police are urgently appealing for public assistance to locate Blake, a 60-year-old man from Barnsley, who has been missing since Wednesday, August 14th. Blake was last seen at around 6:30 PM in the Lundwood area of Barnsley. Blake is described as white, standing 5 feet 7 inches tall, with a slim build, shoulder-length grey hair, and a white beard. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black t-shirt, black Adidas trainers, and a dark blue baseball cap. Police officers are increasingly concerned for Blake’s safety and are asking anyone who may have seen him or knows his…
Sheffield, August 16 – A Doncaster man has admitted to charges of violent disorder and assault of an emergency worker following a riot at a hotel housing asylum seekers in Rotherham. Luke Merrit, 27, of Victoria Road, Balby, appeared before Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on August 16, where he pleaded guilty to the charges. The charges stem from an incident on August 4 at the Holiday Inn Express in Manvers, Wath, where Merrit was involved in a chaotic scene that saw a mob attack the hotel. The riot resulted in police officers being assaulted with bricks, fireworks, and fence posts as…
A 22-year-old man is set to be sentenced after admitting to charges connected to a series of violent episodes involving gunfire on a Doncaster estate. Stephen Whitaker, a resident of Chalmers Drive, appeared before Sheffield Crown Court on August 7, where he pleaded guilty to possessing an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, along with two counts of driving while disqualified. The charges stem from a wave of criminal activity that gripped the Clay Lane estate in late June and early July. South Yorkshire Police responded to multiple incidents during this period, including reports of shots fired…
A planning application has been submitted to Doncaster Council to convert the former Woodlands Rhinos pub on Princess Street into 14 self-contained apartments. The proposal, filed this week, aims to repurpose the now-closed establishment after repeated attempts to maintain it as a viable business failed. The plans outline minor internal modifications to the structure, converting the large building into one-bedroom apartments for sale as market housing. The move comes in response to the pub’s ongoing challenges, which have seen several tenants unsuccessfully try to revive the business. The previous owner of Woodlands Rhinos, who supports the proposed change, highlighted the…
In a heartbreaking development, police officers searching for missing 33-year-old Joseph from Sheffield have sadly discovered a body. The discovery was made yesterday (Saturday, 17 August), bringing a tragic end to the search that had gripped the community. Although formal identification has not yet been completed, authorities believe the body to be that of Joseph. His family, who have been enduring an agonizing wait for news, have been informed and are being supported by police officers during this difficult time. A police spokesperson thanked the public for their overwhelming support during the search. “We want to take this opportunity to…