Joshua Askew is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Heartfelt sympathy after child killed by branch

10 Nov 2024  |  Yahoo Entertainment  |  English  |  Community Response

A child in Surrey was tragically killed by a falling tree branch, prompting expressions of sympathy from local authorities. Emergency services, including the London Fire Brigade and Surrey Fire and Rescue, responded to the incident, but the child was declared dead at the scene. The Met Police are investigating the circumstances, including land responsibility, and a report will be prepared for the coroner. Councillor Barry Lewis extended condolences on behalf of the London Borough Sutton, emphasizing community support during this difficult time.

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Driver crashes into pedestrians at bus stop in central London

29 Oct 2023  |  the Guardian  |  English  |  Public Safety

In the early hours of Sunday morning, a car crashed into a bus stop in London's West End, resulting in eight pedestrians being hospitalized, three of whom were taken to major trauma centers. The driver, a man in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving and taken to the hospital as a precaution. The incident, which occurred near the Indian High Commission, is not being treated as terror-related. Road closures remained in place as investigations continued. A significant emergency response was deployed, including multiple ambulance crews and a trauma team from London's air ambulance.

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Isabella Cipirska is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Storm Eunice clean-up begins but Met Office weather warnings for wind could hamper recovery efforts

19 Feb 2022  |  inews.co.uk  |  English  |  Weather

Major clean-up efforts have begun across the UK following the devastation caused by Storm Eunice, which resulted in four deaths and significant structural damage. Recovery efforts are ongoing but may be hampered by further strong winds and weather warnings issued by the Met Office. Emergency services have been overwhelmed with calls, and significant disruptions continue on railway lines. The Environment Agency has issued flood alerts, and a zoo in Suffolk is fundraising for repairs after suffering serious damage.

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Ben Clatworthy is a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.

Electric London bus bursts into flames in rush hour

01 Oct 2023  |  www.thetimes.com  |  English  |  Fire Incident

An electric double-decker bus caught fire on Wimbledon Hill Road in London during rush hour, prompting a swift response from the London Fire Brigade and London Ambulance Service. No injuries were reported. Go-Ahead, the bus operator, is investigating the incident and highlighted its decade-long commitment to emission-free buses, which have significantly reduced carbon dioxide emissions in the city.

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Emma James is a broadcast journalist based in Paris, France. She’s worked for the BBC, ITV and France 24 and has more than 20 years of experience in broadcasting.

Lewisham shooting: Teenage girl shot in South London as armed police rush to scene

23 Apr 2023  |  The Sun  |  English  |  Public Safety

Detectives have launched an investigation after a teenage girl was shot in Lewisham, South East London. Armed police and emergency services responded to the scene early in the morning, finding the victim with a gunshot injury to her arm. She was taken to the hospital and is not in a life-threatening condition. No arrests have been made, and enquiries are ongoing. Bullet casings have been recovered for analysis.

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Fiona Keating is a journalist and editor based in London, United Kingdom. She has worked for the Guardian, Euronews, the Independent, Yahoo! News and the Financial Times. She was the weekend news editor for International Business Times for over five years.

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Brixton double shooting: Victims named as police continue manhunt

08 Nov 2022  |  www.londonworld.com  |  English  |  Law Enforcement

Guilherme Messias Da Silva, 23, and Lemar Rashawan Urqhart, 27, were identified as the victims of a double shooting on Railton Road, SE24. Lemar, a drill rapper known as Perm, was the son of a boxing promoter for heavyweight Dillian Whyte. The incident occurred when two cars were driving in the area, one colliding with Guilherme's moped and then with parked vehicles. Lemar exited one of the cars and was chased and shot by an armed man from the second car. Despite emergency services' efforts, both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. Police are conducting a manhunt and have urged anyone with information to come forward.

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A reporter with more than five-and-a-half years' experience covering local, national and foreign news from the UK, now a freelancer based in Mexico City. I can provide words and stills but have also reported and produced for television and am expanding my skills as a broadcast journalist.

South Wimbledon station live: 'Person on track' shuts London Underground as emergency services swarm outside

24 Nov 2021  |  My London  |  English  |  Emergency Response

South Wimbledon station was closed due to a reported incident involving a person on the track. Emergency services, including two ambulances, three fire engines, and three police cars, responded to the scene. The A219 Morden Road was partially obstructed. However, no evidence of anyone on the tracks was found by the British Transport Police, London Ambulance Service, or London Fire Brigade. The incident led to a temporary suspension of service on the Northern Line between Morden and Tooting Broadway and subsequent severe delays.

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Natalie Marchant is a journalist based in Manchester, United Kingdom, and an expert in Vienna, Austria.

What happened to London runaway horses that bolted through the city?

30 Apr 2023  |  Yahoo Entertainment  |  English  |  Public Safety

Two military horses, Quaker and Vida, are making significant progress after being injured when they bolted through London due to being spooked by construction work. The incident involved five horses and resulted in minor injuries to three soldiers and a cyclist. Emergency services, including the Met Police and London Fire Brigade, quickly responded, helping to control the situation and provide care. The Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment expressed gratitude for the swift actions of all involved and emphasized the rarity of such incidents.

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Jenny Medlicott is a freelance writer and travel editor at The Pocket Media Group. She graduated from the University of Exeter in 2021, where she was also comment editor from 2020–2021. Since graduating, she has written for numerous publications, with bylines in The Independent, Marie Claire UK, ...

Woman 'crushed by fallen tree' as Storm Henk pummels UK amid 100mph winds and 'danger to life' warning

02 Jan 2023  |  LBC  |  English  |  Public Safety

A woman was crushed by a fallen tree in Orpington as Storm Henk brought severe weather to the UK, including winds up to 100mph and widespread disruptions. Emergency services responded promptly, and the woman was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The storm caused significant damage, including flooding, power outages, and travel disruptions across England. Authorities issued multiple weather warnings, and officials urged the public to take precautions. The storm's impact was felt particularly in the South West of England, with ongoing disruptions expected throughout the week.

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Will Rankin is a journalist based in London, UK, with extensive international experience.
With more than two decades of journalistic experience, Will is also a qualified and experienced PR practitioner and copywriter. 
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Fast and Furious 9 filming abandoned after Leavesden studio horror

23 Jul 2019  |  The Mirror  |  English  |  Accidents

Filming of Fast and Furious 9 was halted after a stuntman sustained serious head injuries at Warner Bros Studios in Leavesden. This marks the third serious incident at the site in two months. The injured stuntman was airlifted to the Royal London Hospital. Previous incidents at the site include a fire and a stabbing. The release date of the film, starring Vin Diesel and Michelle Rodriguez, remains uncertain. Other films like Harry Potter and Mission: Impossible have also been filmed at Leavesden.

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I am a journalist based in London, United Kingdom.
I used to live in Paris for 11 years where I studied and worked in journalism.
 I used to Freelance as a Journalist for the French speaking section of the BBC (BBC Afrique). I used to write about African news and International current affairs. 
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Panic and false terrorist alert in London during Black Friday

24 Nov 2017  |  www.tvanouvelles.ca  |  French  |  Terrorism

A false alarm on Black Friday caused a panic in London's Oxford Street, leading to a rapid evacuation. Initially treated as a terrorist incident, the panic was later found to be caused by an altercation between two men at Oxford Circus station. Nine people were hospitalized, and seven others were treated for minor injuries. The police declared the incident over after finding no evidence of gunshots, suspects, or victims. The incident occurred in a tense atmosphere in the UK, which had seen several terrorist attacks in recent months.

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Jerome is The Times Africa Correspondent, based in Nairobi. Before that he lived in Afghanistan and worked for various newspapers and broadcasters.

Five spooked military horses went on six-mile London rampage after builder 'dropped concrete' - as 4 people hospitalised

24 Apr 2023  |  The Sun  |  English  |  Military

Five cavalry horses caused chaos in central London after being spooked by construction workers, leading to injuries and vehicle damage. The incident involved seven horses and six soldiers from the Household Cavalry, with four service personnel thrown from their horses. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the horses were spooked by falling concrete. Emergency services, including the London Ambulance Service and City of London Police, responded swiftly, treating four people and containing the horses. The horses and injured personnel are receiving appropriate care.

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