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BBC News
5 days ago
- BBC News
Thief steals £10k in jewellery from Jaguar car in Ledbury
Jewellery worth £10,000 has been stolen in a smash-and-grab raid on a parked Jaguar car.A hammer was used to break into the black E-PACE D200 vehicle, which was parked in the short-stay St Katherine's car park in Ledbury, Herefordshire, on Thursday at 13:15 BST. The thief stole a duffle bag, which had the jewellery Mercia Police are encouraging anyone who witnessed the theft or may have information about the stolen items to contact PC Scott Marsh via email at Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
21-07-2025
- Yahoo
Woman killed in Midlands tractor crash as man arrested
A man has been arrested after a female biker was tragically killed in in a tractor crash near Ledbury. The motorcyclist, aged in her 50s, collided with a tractor on the A449 Ross Road shortly after 10.30am yesterday, July 19. She was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. READ MORE: Armed police swarm city centre after 'man threated with a gun' A 47-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving following the fatal crash. He has since been released under investigation as police enquires continued. West Mercia Police is appealing for witnesses of the incident to contact the force. It said the woman was travelling on a Honda CBF 500 motorbike along the A449 from Ledbury, towards Preston Cross roundabout. Get breaking news on BirminghamLive WhatsApp The tractor driver was driving a John Deere tractor towing a trailer containing seed drill. He was leaving a farm waiting to turn right onto the A449 towards Preston Cross Roundabout, the force added. PC Danny Somner of West Mercia Police said: "Our thoughts are with the woman's loved ones, following yesterday's tragic collision. 'We're keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the collision, or who may have dash-cam footage to support our investigation. "Please contact me by emailing sciusouth@ or by calling 01905 973063."
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Yahoo
Motorcyclist dies in tractor crash
A man has been arrested after a motorcyclist died in a crash with a tractor in Herefordshire. The collision happened on the A449 Ross Road, near Ledbury, just after 10:30 BST on Saturday. The woman, in her 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene, West Mercia Police said, as the force appealed for witnesses to come forward. A 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and has been released under investigation, officers added. The woman was on a Honda CBF 500 at the time of the crash, which involved a John Deere tractor towing a trailer containing a seed drill. The driver was leaving a farm, waiting to turn right on to the A449 towards Preston Cross Roundabout, police said. PC Danny Somner said the force's thoughts were with the woman's loved ones. Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. Related internet links West Mercia Police
BBC News
20-07-2025
- BBC News
Motorcyclists dies in Ledbury tractor crash
A man has been arrested after a motorcyclist died in a crash with a tractor in collision happened on the A449 Ross Road, near Ledbury, just after 10:30 BST on woman, in her 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene, West Mercia Police said, as the force appealed for witnesses to come forward.A 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and has been released under investigation, officers added. The woman was on a Honda CBF 500 at the time of the crash, which involved a John Deere tractor towing a trailer containing a seed driver was leaving a farm, waiting to turn right on to the A449 towards Preston Cross Roundabout, police Danny Somner said the force's thoughts were with the woman's loved ones. Follow BBC Hereford & Worcester on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'Gem' of an opportunity as 'much-loved' eatery put on the market
A busy and "much-loved" market town takeaway has been put up for sale. Advertised on Blooms sandwich shop in Ledbury has been described as a "well-established" takeaway, with a "strong reputation" for fresh sandwiches, salads, and hot breakfasts. The business, which has a turn-over of £100,000 to £200,000, has an asking price of £22,000. The listing says the Bye Street shop has a loyal customer base, which is supplemented by regular tradespeople who are in the area for projects and tourism. Explaining the reason behind the sale, the listing said: "For sale as between other professional and family interests I have not been able to commit to the shop in a way that would help it to its full potential. Read more: Inquest into death of former SAS soldier honoured by the Queen Fears that 'someone else will get hurt' unless speed limit lowered on busy road Update after lost puffin found far from home in village "My inexperience and lack of time to commit to it has led to an erosion of a traditionally solidly profitable business. "This is a gem of an opportunity for someone with the energy and experience to fully apply to it." The listing says the sale is ideal for someone looking for a "turn-key business", with reliable and experienced staff and regular corporate orders. "This is an opportunity for a passionate entrepreneur or food lover to continue and grow a unique business with strong local roots," the listing added. The premises are fully equipped and are described as being modernised, with display units, refrigeration, and storage. The rent has been described as "reasonable", and there are no business rates payable.
