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The Sun
22-07-2025
- The Sun
Woman, 86, arrested after '50-year-old human remains' found buried at property
AN 86-YEAR-OLD woman has been arrested after cops reportedly discovered 50-year-old human remains at a property in Leicester. Police raced to the property after concerns were raised that human remains were buried at the address in the 1970s. 1 Authorities searched an address on Wolverton Road on July 19, in the early stages of their investigation. Following that, a second property - this time on Dumbleton Avenue - was searched on the same day. Then, an 86-year-old woman was arrested in connection with the incident, though she is now out on bail. As the investigation into the remains continues, police have ramped up patrols in the area and are remaining at the two properties in question. Detective Inspector Neil Holden, from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit's major crime team, is leading the investigation. He said: "This is a very complex and sensitive investigation which will take time. "I appreciate the news of this investigation will be concerning to the local community and I must emphasise the investigation is in its very early stages as we continue to establish the full circumstances of the report. "Given the serious nature of the allegations which have been made, a scene preservation has been put in place at both addresses to allow officers to carry out a thorough search and secure any evidence that could help our enquiries. "Officers from the West Leicester Neighbourhood Policing Area remain in the area to provide further reassurance to the local community." Authorities have appealed to the public for more information and have urged people to call them on 101, citing 25*422416. The force has confirmed that it will provide updates as the investigation continues.
Daily Mail
23-06-2025
- Daily Mail
Moment fake fraud investigator counts £30,000 he scammed from OAPs is shown as he is jailed for a year
A shameless conman who filmed himself counting thousands of pounds in cash he scammed from elderly pensioners has been jailed. Rohith-Reddy Kananala, 28, posed as a fraud investigator to prey on vulnerable people across the UK. He told the victims their bank or building society had been compromised by criminals and persuaded them to withdraw their savings. Kananala then told them to send the cash via Royal Mail special delivery to an address in Kimberley Road, Leicester. The address was in fact Kananala's home which he used to receive the cash, signing for it as 'William'. During the con, which he committed over a few days in March, Kananala swindled £30,000 from eight pensioners aged between 79 and 88. Kananala was caught when police swooped on his home and found him wearing the same T-shirt he had on for the video. Detectives from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) also seized £3,000 in cash he had at the property. The video showed the 28-year-old crook packaging his ill-gotten gains into an envelope He admitted possession of criminal property and attempted possession of criminal property at Leicester Crown Court and was jailed for 12 months. EMSOU's Senior Criminal Finances Manager, Graham Prince, said: 'This fraud may be relatively simple, but it has proven incredibly effective. 'It plays on people's innate trust of those seemingly in authority, as well as their instinct to protect what they hold dear. 'The acute effects are that victims often like feel they have suffered an invasion, with the fraudster having reached into their homes - where they feel the safest - and manipulated their good faith; not to mention stealing a big chunk of their savings. 'While the lost money has a number on it, the cost to their sense of safety is immeasurable. 'I am pleased we were able to identify and act as quickly as we did, avoiding anyone else being subjected to this deception. 'The police, banks or other government agencies will never ask you to withdraw cash and send it to them. 'Please treat any requests suspiciously and seek advice from family and friends.' Police investigators are seeking to recover the swindled money through the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA). Leicestershire Police refused to provide images identifying Kananala.
ITV News
15-06-2025
- ITV News
Man arrested after body of woman found at a home in Burton Latimer after McDonald's crash
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after police discovered the body of a woman after they were called to reports of a car crashing into a restaurant. At around 3.30pm on June 13, Northamptonshire Police received a report of a man crashing a blue Skoda Superb car at McDonald's in Folley Way. Roads Policing officers attended and enquiries led to the discovery of the body of a woman in her 30s at an address in Donnington Road in Burton Latimer. A post-mortem carried out at Leicester Royal Infirmary gave the preliminary cause of death as applied pressure to the victim's neck. Formal identification is yet to take place, specially trained officers are supporting the woman's next of kin as the investigation progresses. Officers from the East Midlands Special Operations Unit (EMSOU) have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for anyone with relevant information to get in touch. A 35-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. Officers are not looking for anyone else in connection with this incident. Neighbourhood Policing Teams are carrying out additional patrols in Burton Latimer to provide community support and reassurance, and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to them. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'Following the tragic discovery of a woman's body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her. 'We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made. At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community. 'I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as enquiries continue.' Anyone with information, including CCTV, smart doorbell or dash-cam footage, is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 and quote the reference number 25000343828.
Metro
15-06-2025
- Metro
Man arrested for murder of woman after crashing into McDonald's restaurant
A murder probe has been launched after a woman was found dead in a home in Northamptonshire. She was discovered inside a home on Donnington Road, Burton Latimer, after a car crash at a McDonald's restaurant some minutes away led them to the property. Police officers were alerted to the fast-food restaurant on Folley Way at about 3.30pm on Friday after a smash. A 35-year-old man had crashed his blue Skoda Superb car into the restaurant wall. When he was questioned, police officers learned about the woman at the property, which is located less than five minutes from the McDonald's. She died as a result of pressure on her neck, a preliminary forensic post-mortem has revealed, the police said. Detectives have now arrested the 35-year-old man on suspicion of murder, and he remains in police custody. Neither the victim nor the male suspect are previously known to the police. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'While we're not yet able to formally name the victim, our family liaison officers are supporting her family and keeping them up to date on our progress is our priority. 'This is a fast-moving investigation dedicated to finding the answers they need, and I'd like to offer reassurance that we continue to treat this as an isolated incident with no risk to the wider public. More Trending 'I would like to thank all those witnesses who have already spoken to us, and ask anyone who may have information but has yet to speak to us to come forward.' Heavy police presence remains in place on the residential street as the investigation continues and neighbourhood officers provide support and assurance to residents. Superintendent Steve Freeman, the local area commander for North Northamptonshire, said previously: 'I know that people are very upset by this tragic death, and I want to reassure the community that we are not seeking anyone else in connection with this investigation and we do not believe there is a wider risk to the community. 'The investigation is fast-moving and our teams are dedicated to securing answers to what has happened.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: You can score free McDonald's hash browns and McNuggets this week — here's how MORE: Air India crash: Families' anger at 'delays' in getting bodies of loved ones back MORE: I missed Air India flight by 10 minutes – my mind went numb
The Irish Sun
14-06-2025
- The Irish Sun
Body of woman in her 30s found at home after ‘car crashed into McDonald's' as cops arrest man on suspicion of murder
THE BODY of a 30-year-old woman has been found at a home after a car crashed into a McDonald's — leading police to arrest a man on suspicion of murder. Northamptonshire Police have confirmed that a man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman's body was discovered in Burton Latimer. Officers said they received reports of a man crashing a blue Skoda Superb at a McDonald's on Folley Way at around 3.30pm on June 13. Police arrived at the scene, which led to the discovery of a woman in her 30s found dead at an address on Donnington Road. The East Midlands Special Operations Unit has launched a murder investigation and is appealing for anyone with information to come forward. A local resident said they saw forensic teams and a heavy police presence in what is usually a quiet town. read more on UK news Police said the 35-year-old man arrested remains in custody and confirmed they are not looking for anyone else in connection with the murder. Neighbourhood policing teams will remain in the area, carrying out regular patrols to reassure the community and encouraging anyone with concerns to speak to them. Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Torie Harrison, of EMSOU, said: 'Following the tragic discovery of a woman's body in Burton Latimer yesterday afternoon, our thoughts and condolences are with everyone who knew and loved her. 'We have established a comprehensive and fast-moving investigation into the circumstances of her death, with one arrest made. Most read in The Sun "At present we believe this to be an isolated incident with no risk to the wider community. 'I know news of this death will cause immense concern and distress to people in the local area, and we will be maintaining an enhanced presence over the coming days to provide reassurance and support as enquiries continue.' Anyone with information — including 1 The McDonald's where the man, 35, crashed a blue Skoda was the key location that led police to discover the body of a 30-year-old woman Credit: Google
