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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
Teen cyclist critical after crash with car and HGV
A 16-year-old cyclist has been critically hurt after a collision involving a car and a lorry in Sheffield. The boy was riding a bike on Ecclesall Road towards Hunters Bar when he collided with a black Volkswagen Golf and then a HGV at about 08:30 BST, police said. Emergency services and the Yorkshire Air Ambulance attended and the boy was taken to hospital. The drivers of both vehicles remained at the scene after the crash and were co-operating with enquiries, police added. Ecclesall Road was closed in both direction but has since reopened. South Yorkshire Police has urged witnesses or anyone with relevant information or footage to get in touch. Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North South Yorkshire Police
BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
Illegal e-bikes and scooters seized in Sheffield city centre
About 150 e-bikes and electric scooters being used illegally have been seized in a crackdown by police in of the e-bikes seized was capable of being ridden at speeds of 40mph (64.3km/h) - more than twice the legal limit of 15.5mph (25km/h), South Yorkshire Police force warned that where an e-bike exceeded the limit, it was considered a motorcycle or moped and required insurance, tax and a valid Andy Rimmer said e-bikes travelling at such speeds would put "pedestrians going about their daily business at risk". E-scooters are illegal to use on public roads, pavements and cycle lanes and are only permitted on private land with the landowner's exception is when they are hired as part of a government-approved scheme and are allowed in certain force said work had been ongoing in the city centre area since December to target what they said were "potentially dangerous machines".Insp Rimmer said a 34-year-old man had been reported for summons after being found on an illegally modified e-bike with no insurance or added: "We take a structured approach when it comes to electric e-bikes and scooters - and the first stage is always engagement and education."If you're stopped riding what we think is an illegal electric bike or scooter, we will explain and encourage you to follow the law."But, as our results show, we do have the power to seize them depending on the circumstances." Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North
BBC News
2 days ago
- Automotive
- BBC News
Police close Ecclesall Road in Sheffield after serious crash
A major road in Sheffield has been closed following a services including the Yorkshire Air Ambulance were called to Ecclesall Road said the road between Greystone Road and Huntington Tower junctions had been shut in both from the scene show a cordon around a number of vehicles including a lorry and a pedal cycle. South Yorkshire Police have been contacted for further information. Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North
BBC News
3 days ago
- BBC News
Woman left seriously injured in 'horrific' dog attack in Sheffield
A woman has been left seriously injured in a "horrific" dog attack in Sheffield, police said. The animals, believed to be a bully-type breed and a Staffordshire bull terrier, attacked her while she was walking her dog in East Glade Way, Birley, at about 08:55 BST on woman suffered multiple puncture wounds, South Yorkshire Police said, and was taken to hospital. Her dog also required veterinary treatment.A 26-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control causing injury, grievous bodily harm and drug offences. The two dogs were safely captured and taken into police kennels while investigations continue. Ch Insp Jon Greaves, from the force, said: "This was a horrific attack on a woman walking her dog down the street. "Owners need to take precautions and be realistic and understanding of their dog's ability to cause harm." Listen to highlights from South Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Miami Herald
Science proves crime really does rise when darkness falls
By Stephen Beech Crime really does rise when darkness falls, reveals new research. But the risk of some types of offenses - including sex attacks - does not increase at night, according to a British study of data from more than 34,000 crimes. The findings, published in the journal PLOS One, show that the overall risk of crime rises when darkness falls - but that risk varies depending on the type of crime and geographical area. Previous research has shown that darkness reduces people's feelings of safety, and that improved street lighting can help people feel safer being out after dark. But studies on whether the riskof crime is actually higher after dark had produced inconclusive results. To help clarify the potential influence of darkness on crime risk, University of Sheffield researchers analyzed data from 34,618 crimes that occurred from 2010 through 2019 in the South Yorkshire region. Some of the crimes were committed at times of the day that, because of seasonal changes, occur during daylight for part of the year but after dark for the rest of the year. That enabled the researchers to test whether crime risk at such times of day is greater during daylight hours or after dark. The research team also statistically accounted for other potentially influential factors, such as weather and holiday periods. The analysis showed that, overall, crimes were more likely to occur after dark than during daylight. But, out of 14 types of crime analyzed, only five appeared to be significantly more likely to occur after dark: burglary, criminal damage, personal robbery, bicycle theft, and vehicle offenses. Other crimes - including sexual offenses, arson and shoplifting - did not show the same association. The analysis also showed that the change in crime risk between daylight and darkness isn't uniform across all areas in South Yorkshire, with the risk of crime after dark varying by neighbourhood. The research team concluded that the findings "strongly suggest" darkness affects the risk of crime. They say information from the study could be used to help optimize the potential crime-reduction effects of streetlights and other artificial lighting. However, the research didn't account for the presence or absence of street lighting. Study author Dr. Jim Uttley said, "There is an assumption that street lighting helps reduce crime. "Evidence in support of this assumption is unclear, though. "In our research, we took a step back and asked whether darkness itself increases crime risk. "If it doesn't, the presence or absence of street lighting is unlikely to matter. "We worked with analysts in South Yorkshire Police to assess changes in the risk of crime taking place in daylight and after dark, using 10 years of crime data. "Our findings suggest darkness does increase the risk of certain crimes, including burglary, robbery and criminal damage. "We also found the risk of crime after dark varied by neighborhood." He added: "We are now working to understand whether street lighting can reduce the risk of crime after dark, and if it can, how we can maximize the crime reduction benefits of street lighting." The post Science proves crime really does rise when darkness falls appeared first on Talker. Copyright Talker News. All Rights Reserved.
