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Saturday, 30 July 2016
WATCH: Can you help Merton Police identify this man?
Police in Mitcham have released video footage of a burglary in Abbotts Road in the hope of finding witnesses.
The Burglar was disturbed in his search and made off through a front window, dropping a bag and knocking over a hoover.
The incident took place just before 2am on the 29th July- and anyone with information is urged to call 101.
You can view the video here
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:34 pm
 
BHS in Kingston and Sutton close doors for last time
Sir Philip Green is accusing the MP Frank Field of turning a parliamentary inquiry into the collapse of BHS into a "kangaroo court".
In a letter, the former boss restates that he's not broken any rules.
The high street chain was sold by Sir Philip for a pound last year, with a £571m hole in its pension fund.
Stores in Kingston, Sutton, West Ealing and East Croydon were among the 32 across the UK that closed their doors for the last time today.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:05 pm
Fulham fly past Eagles in pre-season friendly
In pre-season friendlies this afternoon Fulham beat Crystal Palace 3-1 at Craven Cottage while Wimbledon, newly promoted to League One, won 1-nil at Dagenham & Redbridge.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:39 pm
Roehampton University celebrates opportunities for women as part of its 175th birthday
While more than 700 students of the University of Roehampton look forward to their future teaching careers after graduating this week, the university remembers its beginnings.
It's the 175th anniversary of the founding of the college, and 12 young women were allowed training to become teachers were part of the intake.
They were pioneers in 1841, when it was uncommon for women to go on to further education.
Today the university is the longest running provider of education for women in the UK.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 pm
The mother of a 20 year old accused of trying to shoot Donald Trump has argued for him to be returned home.
41 year old Lynne Sandford from Dorking said he was being held “shackled and handcuffed” in a mainstream US prison.
Michael Sandford’s due to stand trial in Las Vegas next month and denies several charges.
His mother has set up a campaign on the Crowd Justice website to raise money for his legal team.
She said her son was unable to deal with the "threats and stresses" of being in a US mainstream prison.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:39 pm
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child opens in London today after eight weeks of previews.
The play - which is in two parts and stretches over five hours - is set 19 years after the events of J.K. Rowling's seventh and final book.
It tells the story of a grown-up Harry, who is now an employee at the Ministry of Magic.
Former Tooting MP Sadiq Khan's at the matinee performance with his children.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:10 pm
Antonio Conte speaks about Costa's future with Chelsea
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has dismissed speculation linking Diego Costa with a move back to Spain.
Reports continue to suggest the striker will be transferred to Atletico Madrid - with rumours intensifying after he was left out of Chelsea's midweek friendly against Liverpool.
Costa also won't play against Real Madrid in the Champions Cup tonight.
But Conte says there's no truth in the stories:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:05 pm
Pokemon Go club night in Clapham kicks off tonight
Pokemon Go fans now have their own club night in Clapham - dedicated to catching characters.
The Grand in Clapham is hosting the event tonight after recognising the hold the wildly popular game has on its fans.
It’s the first of its kind in the UK and comes after a man from Southampton claims to be the first to catch all the Pokemon characters.
Ally Wolf, the venue’s event manager, says people can expect a treasure hunt and a room showing non-stop Pokemon episodes.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:49 pm
Missing 18 year old Kiziah Annan and her four month old baby have been found safe and well.
Kiziah was reported missing from Staines on Wednesday.
Officers are thanking the media and the public for their assistance.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:06 pm
UPDATE: Murder investigation in Headley and police appeal
A 38-year-old man from London has been released on bail as the investigation into Monday’s murder in Headley continues.
34-year-old Ricardo Hunter from Coulsdon died at a private pool party in Church Lane in the early hours of the morning.
Officers are continuing to carry out inquiries into the incident, including a detailed forensic examination expected to continue for several more days.
They’re still establishing a number of circumstances and asking for witnesses to come forward.
They insist all reports will be treated with the strictest confidence and can be contacted on 101 quoting reference 45160064338.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:32 pm
London Fire Brigade makes gains in limiting animal rescue call outs
The London Fire Brigade says call outs to rescue animals are down by 20% since they launched their campaign to stop Londoners calling them.
Between 2011-2012, there were 650 rescues - this was down to 526 last year.
The Brigade says that’s still too high as they receive a call for animal rescue every 16 hours at a cost of around £16,500 per month.
Half of the rescues involve cats, but other unusual cases include a ferret trapped in a lift shaft in Kingston and a tortoise trapped in New Malden.
They recommend people call the RSPCA first if they see an animal in difficulty.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:10 am
UPDATE: Suspect remains in custody after body found in Walton
A man remains in custody on suspicion of murder after a body was found in the river in Walton.
Surrey fire and rescue services searched the area around The Weir pub in Waterside Drive after the victim was reported missing by a relative on Thursday.
His fishing rod, net and other equipment were found abandoned by the water, and a post-mortem examination showed he’d died trauma to the head.
Police are continuing to appeal for information as the investigation continues.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:16 am
Prudential Ride London-Surrey gets underway, and hear why the 46 mile course was introduced
The World’s Greatest Festival of cycling is underway across South West London and Surrey.
Prudential Ride London will see over 100,000 participants cycle more than three million miles across the weekend.
A combination of family rides, a 100 mile and 46 mile challenge will take place, seeing amateur cyclists on the same roads as professionals.
Triple Tour De France Winner Chris Froome will compete in the professional race alongside German power sprinter Andre Griepel.
The 46 mile race happening is new to this year, Event director Hugh Brasher explains why it was introduced:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 am
Closure of BHS stores continues
Another 30 BHS stores across the UK will close today.
Stores located in Kingston, Staines, Woking, Sutton and Croydon do not shut today but will all close before August 20th.
The company, which went into administration in April, is due to shut all 114 stores within the next four weeks.
A £571m pound hole was left in its pension fund after Sir Philip Green sold BHS for a pound last year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:40 am
Sustainable drainage for Nine Elms
Plans for the UK’s largest sustainable urban drainage system have been unveiled for the Nine Elms regeneration area.
The £14 million project will direct rainwater into large underground pipes. Instead of putting it through the sewers, it will be sent into the Thames.
This will reduce flood risks and save huge amounts of energy and money, due to the costs of treating rainwater when it combines with waste water and sewage.
The drainage is being co-ordinated with other environmental development across Nine Elms including the use of green roofs and streets with rainwater gardens.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:07 am
Staines Police hunt bike owners
Police in Staines have recovered a number of bicycles in carrying out a search of a property in Feltham.
It’s believed that they may be stolen and they’d like to hear from anyone who’s had their bike stolen recently.
The bike models are as follows:
Black Scott Speedstar
Gold Kona Caldera
Blue GT aggressor
Black Raleigh Ace
Green Cinder Kona
Green Wethepeople Versus
Pink Carrera Sol 24
Blue & white Yamaha dirt bike
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:48 am
Ashford GP practice at risk of closure
Local residents are invited to take part in a consultation about the fate of a GP practice at the Ashford Health Centre.
The contract for GP services expires at the end of next March and cannot be extended.
North West Surrey Clinical Commissioning Group’s options are to re-tender the GP contract so that the service remains open or to close the practice and re-register its patients with another local practice.
There will be two public meetings at the Education Centre at Ashford Hospital: at 6 pm on the 4th August and the 1st September. To attend these public meetings call 01372 232 463 or email [email protected]
Additionally, there are drop-in sessions at the Health Centre at Ashford Hospital for which no RSVP is required:
-Saturday, 30th July 10-11.30 am
-Tuesday 9 August 12 noon - 1.30 pm
-Wednesday 17 August, 10 -11.30 am
-Monday 22 August, 11 am - 12.30 pm
-Sunday 11 September, 10.30 am - 12 noon.
Alternatively feedback can be given via a survey on the CCG’s website: nwsurreyccg.nhs.uk.
The consultation runs until the 11th of September.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:34 am
Friday, 29 July 2016
UPDATE: Man arrested after murder investigation launched in Walton
A man’s been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a man’s body in Walton.
Officers attended the riverside yesterday after concerns for the safety of a man believed to have been fishing in the area before his disappearance.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:30 pm
Sutton father who murdered his daughter also harmed his second child
The father from Sutton who murdered his six year-old daughter Ellie Butler also abused the child's younger sibling.
A newly-released report says Ben Butler's second child suffered serious 'emotional harm' as well as physical injury on a daily basis.
Ellie was killed in October 2013 - just months after mother Jennie Gray persuaded a court to return her children to their home in Westover Close.
Martin Brunt says she did so despite Mr Butler's abuse:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:38 pm
Man guilty of 1996 rape in Thornton Heath
A man extradited from the US has been found guilty of a rape committed in Thornton Heath 20 years ago.
Pierre Antoine Bate from Santa Barbara was extradited in February after being linked to the offence via contemporary DNA inquiries.
On 22nd July 1996, the victim woke up to find Bate in her bedroom staring at her. He raped and indecently assaulted her several times.
He fled the scene and at that time, there was not enough DNA to identify a suspect.
A new DNA profile was then found using enhanced techniques and Bate was identified.
He was on the data base after a conviction in 2008 and a 2004 investigation of a sexual offence committed in Kentish Town in 1995.
He’ll be sentenced at Southwark Crown Court next month.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:19 pm
Detectives have released CCTV footage of a missing teenager.
16 year old Francisca Simmonds went missing from Fulham at 6pm on July the 17th.
The footage shows her entering a bank just before 5pm the next day.
She’s black, 5ft 3inches tall, of medium build, with brown eyes and a mid-length straight weave.
She was last seen wearing black leggings, a short blue denim jacket and maroon Adidas high top trainers with a black bag.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:39 pm
A murder investigation’s being launched following the discovery of man’s body in Walton.
Officers were called to the riverside yesterday following concerns for the safety of a missing man believed to have been fishing in the area before he disappeared.
A post-mortem examination carried out earlier has concluded the cause of death as trauma to the head.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:46 pm
The body of a man has been pulled from a river in Walton.
Police say the death is being treated as unexplained and a post-mortem examination is due to be carried out today.
The incident comes just over two weeks after the body of a 35 year old man was pulled from the Thames in Weybridge.
Fire crews from Esher, Sunbury and Walton station attended the scene.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:35 pm
Nearly 100 cases of laser pens being shone into the cockpits of planes leaving Heathrow and Gatwick have been reported since January.
The devices can send a beam several miles high when shone from the ground, dazzling pilots.
Britain’s largest pilots union, BALPA, said it was concerned about the high number of laser attacks in recent years, and added they think they should be treated as weapons.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:22 pm
A fifth person has been arrested in connection with the murder of Matthew Kitandwe in Battersea.
A 13 year old boy has been taken into custody at a south London police station.
18 year old Matthew Kitandwe was stabbed in the stairwell of a block of flats on the 21st of June.
Four other teenagers have been arrested and remain on bail.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:14 pm
Battersea’s Latchmere Recreation Ground is in line for a £65,000 face lift.
The council’s park contractor, Enable, has commissioned a survey asking how the park could be improved.
People can take part in the online consultation between now and the 7th of August.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:34 pm
E-fit released of man police want to speak to in connection with attempted robbery in Dorking
An e-fit’s been released by police investigating an attempted robbery in Dorking.
A woman, who was standing outside Deepdene station, was approached by a man who tried to grab her handbag last month.
The offender took her purse, but a passer-by tackled the suspect and the woman was able to retrieve it.
The man's white, around 5ft 8, in his late 20s to early 30s, very thin and lanky, with a gaunt looking face.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:32 pm
Prudential Ride London starts today
The World’s Greatest Festival of Cycling starts today, taking place across South West London and Surrey.
Prudential Ride London will see over 100,000 participants cycle more than three million miles across the weekend.
A combination of family rides, a 100 mile and 46 mile challenge will take place, seeing amateur cyclists on the same roads as professionals.
New for this year is the Free Cycle- it’s happening tomorrow, and will see 10 miles of central London’s roads free from traffic.
Event director, Hugh Brasher explains what’s happening:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:00 am
Joint clean-up operation results in large quantity of counterfeit goods being seized in Sutton
A joint clean-up operation has resulted in a large quantity of counterfeit goods being seized in Sutton.
Trading Standards officers and Sutton Police seized goods from stallholders at a car boot sale at St Philomena’s School on 10th July.
The goods removed include bags and jewellery purporting to come from famous brands such as Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Chanel.
Most sellers, who travel from outside the borough to set up their stalls, can expect to receive a formal warning or caution.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:07 am
Fourth teenager arrested in connection with Battersea murder investigation
A fourth arrest has been made in connection with a murder investigation in Battersea.
18-year-old Matthew Kitandwe was fatally stabbed on 21st June.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of murder in Croydon yesterday afternoon.
Three other teenagers, arrested on suspicion of murder, remain on bail.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:15 am
Earl's Court flat sales hit zero
Sales of luxury flats at the 12-billion pound redevelopment of Earl’s Court ground to a halt in the run up to last month’s EU referendum.
Capital & Counties, the company behind the development, which demolished the former Earl’s Court exhibition centre, said there had been no sales at all.
A spokesman for the company said “people were not really making capital decisions” in the weeks of uncertainty before the June 23 vote.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:25 am
Thursday, 28 July 2016
Thornton Heath teenager jailed for preparation of terrorist acts
A teenager from Thornton Heath has been jailed for three and a half years for preparation of terrorist acts.
19 year old Cubedya Hassan Jama was taken off a flight to Bucharest at Stansted Airport in February this year.
After searching him, police found a map of Turkey and protective clothing in his rucksack.
They also recovered a USB stick which had an e-book detailing how to travel to Syria.
A file on the USB saved as ‘self-sacrifice’ had documents attempting to legitimise suicide bombings and videos of beheadings.
He pleaded guilty at the Old Bailey on 24th June.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:23 pm
Viewers of Sunday's Prudential RideLondon-Surrey Classic will be transported into the heart of the action
Viewers watching TV coverage of Sunday’s Prudential RideLondon-Surrey Classic will be transported into the heart of the action.
Velon, an organisation which offers stability to cycling teams, is providing two tracking devices.
Chris Froome’s team will carry one of the devices, which will share vital data such as heat rate, power and speed with the fans.
It’s a first for a British cycle race and the information will be shown at intervals throughout the event.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:30 pm
Fire at Brentford hair salon
Part of the ground floor of a hair salon in Brentford has been damaged by a fire.
Four fire engines and 21 firefighters and officers were called to tackle the blaze in Albany Parade on the high street.
Three people were lead to safety from the first and second floor flats.
The cause is under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:12 pm
Appeal following serious collision in Leatherhead
Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Leatherhead on Sunday.
The two vehicle collision, involving a silver Subaru and white Citroen van, took place in Oxshott Road at around 5.30pm.
Four people in the Subaru had minor injuries.
The occupant of the Citroen was taken to St George’s Hospital with serious injuries, where he remains receiving treatment.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:15 pm
Police appeal for help to trace missing Fulham teenage girl
Police are appealing for help to trace a missing teenage girl from Fulham.
16-year-old Frankie Simmonds was last seen at 6pm on Sunday 17th July.
She’s black, of medium build and has mid-length straight weave.
Frankie was last wearing black leggings, a short blue denim jacket and maroon Adidas high top trainers.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:43 pm
Woking rail station is among the most overcrowded
Woking rail station is among the most overcrowded according to official figures from the Department for transport.
Rail services into and out of London made up six of the top 10 most congested services in England and Wales last year.
Figures show the Govia Thameslink service between Bedford and Brighton was the most crowded.
The South West Trains service between Woking and Waterloo ranked seventh.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:16 pm
UPDATE: Wandsworth - fire at waste recycling centre
Firefighters have concluded damping down a fire which broke out in Wandsworth on Monday.
The incident happened at a recycling centre on Smugglers Way.
12 fire engines and 80 firefighters tackled the blaze which was affecting around 300 tonnes of domestic waste.
The cause of it is under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:25 am
Appeal following burglary at trade shop in Tooting
CCTV footage of a man has been released by police in connection with a shop robbery on Tooting High Street.
The suspect walked into Screwfix and went behind the counter where he grabbed the tool worth £180, on Friday the 10th of June.
He’s described as a white male, in his late 40s of medium build, 5ft 10ins tall with receding short dark hair and a short dark goatee beard.
He was wearing black trainers, black trousers and a grey and white hooded Adidas top. He was carrying a black bag over his right shoulder.
Police are keen to hear from anyone who may recognise the man shown on CCTV or may have witnessed the incident.
Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101 or 0203 276 2605. Alternatively to remain anonymous please contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 8:38 am
Hounslow Council offers free help to small businesses
Help is coming for small businesses across Hounslow.
The council’s funding a free training and mentoring support programme.
It’s designed to help those that employ less than 10 people and are based in the borough.
The programme includes workshops offering advice aimed at helping small businesses grow.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:10 am
MPs back Heathrow expansion
The majority of MPs in Westminster are in favour of a new runway at Heathrow.
That’s according to a new Poll carried out by YouGov which found 76 per cent of MPs believe it is in Britain’s interest in the wake of Brexit.
They believe a third runway would indicate Britain’s desire to stay connected to the world and for the UK to keep trading internationally.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:23 am
Willian's positive about Chelsea's future
Chelsea winger Willian says he's noticed an added emphasis on work rate under new boss Antonio Conte.
The Premier League club are training in Los Angeles as part of their pre-season preparations.
Willian says they've been making good progress since the Italian took over.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:14 am
Crystal Palace narrowly beat AFC Wimbledon in thrilling friendly
Freddie Ladapo scored the winning goal for Crystal Palace against AFC Wimbledon in their friendly at Kingsmeadow earlier this evening.
His side edged out the newly promoted League One side despite conceding an own goal, winning 3-2.
It stretches their unbeaten pre-season campaign to five matches.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:09 am
Wednesday, 27 July 2016
UPDATE: victim of murder at Headley pool party identified
The man who died at a private pool party in Headley at the weekend has been identified as Ricardo Hunter, from Coulsdon.
A post mortem established his cause of death as a single gunshot wound.
A 38 year old man from London who was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder remains in custody.
Forensic teams are continuing to examine the property, in which the 20 pound a ticket event was held on Sunday night.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:22 pm
Update shooting in Headley
Divers are searching a pond for a gun used in a shooting which killed one man at a pool party in Headley.
An underwater team have been called in to help find the weapon used in the incident on Monday.
The victim a 34 year old male is yet to be formally identified but it is thought he is from the Croydon area.
Around 400 party goers were at the event which was held in a village close to Epsom
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:16 pm
Merton Council Leader Stephen Alambritis talks about consultation on new stadium
A public consultation is starting about plans for AFC Wimbledon’s proposed new stadium.
Residents will be able to give feedback from today for the next two weeks.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has indicated his preference is to hand the decision over the plans for Plough Lane back to Merton Council.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:41 pm
Sadiq Khan may hand AFC Wimbledon stadium plans back to Merton Council
A public consultation is starting about plans for AFC Wimbledon’s proposed new stadium.
Residents will be able to give feedback from today for the next two weeks.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has indicated his preference is to hand the decision over the plans for Plough Lane back to Merton Council.
Merton Council Leader Stephen Alambritis:
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:22 pm
Appeal following robberies in Isleworth
Police have released an image of a man they want to trace in connection with two robberies in Isleworth in May.
One was at knife-point at a commercial premises in London Road.
Anyone who can identify this man, or knows of his whereabouts, should contact Detective Constable Alan Mears of the Flying Squad by dialing 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Assisting police with identification could help eliminate someone from police enquiries.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:14 pm
Police appeal for witnesses after car collides with lamp post in Sheerwater
Police are appealing for witness following a single vehicle collision in Sheerwater.
A black Vauxhall Corsa crashed into a lamp post on Albert Drive, causing considerable damage to the street light.
Four Asian men sped off from the scene despite extensive damage to their vehicle on Friday the 22nd of July at around 7.30am.
Anyone with information should call Surrey Police on 101.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:28 am
Brentford based Pharmaceuticals giant GlaxoSmithKline invests 275 million pounds
Brentford based Pharmaceuticals giant GlaxoSmithKline is planning to invest an extra 275 million pounds at three UK manufacturing sites.
The decision by Britain's biggest drugmaker is seen as a sign of its confidence in the country, despite it arguing to stay in the EU before last month's referendum.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:22 am
Two women and a dog escape Brentford house fire
Two women and a dog escaped a house fire in Brentford last night.
Four fire engines and 21 firefighters were called to the blaze in Ealing Road at 8pm.
The fire is believed to have started in the loft space. Part of the loft and its contents were damaged by fire.
The cause of the fire is now under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:20 am
Appeal for wittnesses after a 35 year-old man was punched in the back of the head in Wallington
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 35 year-old man was punched in the back of the head, by a suspect holding a set of keys in Wallington.
The assault took place after an Under 16s football match at the Croygas Sports Club, on the 8th of May.
He sustained a small cut and didn’t require hospital treatment.
The match was between Croygas and Kew Association.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:20 am
Brentford struggle in pre-season
Brentford’s dismal pre-season form continued last night going down 1-nil to League One’s Peterborough at Griffin Park. It’s one win in five in warm-ups games for the Bees.
Elsewhere, QPR drew 1-all at newly promoted Championship side Burton Albion.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:00 am
Tuesday, 26 July 2016
Arrest made after collision in New Addington
A woman’s been arrested after a child suffered a head injury following a collision in New Addington.
She’s been arrested for failing to stop at the scene of an accident, no insurance and driving otherwise than in accordance of a licence.
The child has minor injuries but has been taken to a major trauma centre as a priority.
The driver was taken to a south London police station where she remains.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:49 pm
Interview: Prudential Ride London Event Director, Hugh Brasher
Prudential Ride London is taking place this weekend across the roads of South West London and Surrey.
Thousands of amateur cyclists will be riding either 4 or 100 miles on the same course as the professional road race.
Millions is expected to be raised for different causes.
Jackie spoke to the event’s director, Hugh Brasher, ahead of the weekend.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:42 pm
Teacher cleared of rape at Isleworth Crown Court
A teacher’s been cleared of raping a teenager in a classroom at a private school in London.
The 14 year old girl had told Isleworth Crown Court that 37 year old Kato Harris had raped her three times over two months in 2013.
But it took the jury less than 30 minutes to clear him.
The court had been told medical staff had suggested the girl's behaviour was attention seeking.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:27 pm
Police in Sutton have released an image of a man wanted in connection with two burglaries.
42 year old Richard Pope is wanted in connection with two burglaries at business premises – one in Epsom Road in Morden, and the other in Church Hill Road, Sutton, during June.
Pope is believed to be living in the Sutton area.
Police are urging Pope to give himself up and appeal to anyone who knows of his whereabouts to report his location.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:32 pm
Firefighters are still at the scene damping down a fire which broke out yesterday afternoon in Wandsworth.
The incident happened at a recycling centre on Smugglers Way.
The Brigade was called at 3.30pm and the fire was under control just after midnight.
The cause of it is under investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:30 pm
Somme Sulpture theft in Sutton
A sculptor in Sutton is appealing for the safe return of two sculptures stolen from the Honeywood museum.
The lead sculptures stolen were of a bomb and a bullet – made as part of an exhibition commemorating the centenary of the Battle of the Somme.
It is thought they were stolen from The Honeywood Museum in Carshalton sometime between the 16th and 20th of July.
The sculptor, Rob Miller has withdrawn the rest of his work from the museum’s reflections on the Somme exhibition saying he regrets that he’s had to remove the remaining works and that the sculptures are ‘irreplaceable.’
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 12:07 pm
Prince Charles patron of Kew
The Prince of Wales will be the new Patron of the Royal Botanical gardens in Kew.
He’s been appointed as the gardens celebrate the opening of the world’s longest double herbaceous borders – the great Broad walk borders.
Prince Charles recorded a special message for the launch saying he ‘couldn’t be more proud to be patron’ and praising Kew’s reputation as ‘one of the world’s greatest botanical gardens.’
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:35 am
Harlequins head on holiday
The Harlequins rugby team have confirmed today that they will tour San Francisco.
The team will spend a week training at the Golden Gate bridge rugby club at the end of July in preparation for their 150th season at the end of this year.
The team's Global development director Tony Diprose says he hopes the Harlequin's can 'expand their name' and 'grow awareness' for the sport.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:26 am
Monday, 25 July 2016
Croydon man wanted in connection with residential burglaries
Police in Croydon have released an image of a man who they want to speak to in connection with two residential burglaries.
Detectives are trying to trace 33 year old Paul Cooper who is known to frequent the Croydon, Caterham and Redhill areas.
He’s described as white, ft and of slim build and the alleged incident took place on the 23rd on June and 6th July respectively in Coulsdon.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:25 pm
Drugs search warrant in Sutton sees two people arrested
Two people have been arrested after a drugs search warrant was carried out at two addresses in Sutton on Friday.
A flat in Blackbush Close and a business premises in the town centre were searched.
Suspected ecstasy tablets, cocaine, steroids and prescription drugs were seized.
A 34 year old man and a 30 year old woman have been arrested for possession of drugs, possession with intent to supply, conspiracy to supply and importing drugs.
They’ve been bailed until late September.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:26 pm
Have you seen this 20 year old man missing from Sutton?
A 20 year old man has gone missing from an address in Mayfield Road in Sutton.
Bilal Khan left the property at 4.30 this morning without a phone, money or the medication he needs to take three times a day.
He’s 5ft5in tall, of large build with short black hair and glasses. He was last seen wearing a Nike top, T shirt and tracksuit bottoms.
He has family in Twickenham and Hounslow and has gone missing before but been found in Central London and Slough.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:53 pm
UPDATE: Fire in Smugglers Way in Wandsworth
The cause of a fire in Smuggler’s Way in Wandsworth this evening is under investigation.
12 fire engines and around 80 fire fighters tackled the blaze which affected 300 tonnes of domestic waste at a recycling centre.
Fire fighters will remain at the scene throughout the night dampening the area down.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:32 pm
Update: Two arrested in Headley murder case
In the last half an hour, Surrey Police have arrested two people - one on suspicion of murder and the other on suspicion of assisting an offender - after the murder of a 34 year old man at a pool party in Headley.
The incident took place at 2:30am this morning at a property in Church Lane.
A 36-year-old woman was also injured.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:34 pm
Suspect package causes tube closure in Putney Bridge
Putney Bridge tube station was closed this afternoon after the discovery of a suspect package.
Police were called to Putney Bridge Approach at the junction with Fulham High Street just before 1pm.
Officers checked what was thought to be an unattended suitcase and left the area at just over an hour ago.
The station has since reopened.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:52 pm
Road closures due to Ride London
A number of roads will be closed this weekend due to the Prudential Ride London cycle event.
Stay tuned to Jackie Travel for the latest.
You can see the road closures in advance here.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:35 pm
Kingston skier speaks about Olympics
With less than two weeks until the Olympics opening ceremony in Rio, a former Olympian has been speaking of his experiences.
Ed Drake, who’s from Kingston, competed in four skiing events in the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver.
He talks to news editor Rod Bradbury about his experiences.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 2:35 pm
Award-winning developer HUB has been chosen to regenerate Croydon’s Taberner House site.
The scheme will include a mix of housing for sale and rent, which will be above 13,000 square feet of employment and commercial space at the Park Lane site.
HUB will be working alongside architects AHMM to draw up plans for the project and aim to start construction next year.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:47 am
Woking Council is coming down hard on private landlords who put tenants’ lives at risk.
Three landlords are facing trial for separate offences under the Housing Act at Redhill Magistrates’ Court.
Councillor Collin Kemp hopes the news of court action sends a clear message to landlords that the council will not tolerate blatant disregard of tenants’ safety.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 11:27 am
Former England and Chelsea footballer Ray Wilkins has pleaded guilty to drink driving.
He was arrested near Heathrow Airport earlier this month and accused of being almost three times over the limit.
The 59-year-old - who has two previous convictions for being drunk behind the wheel - is being treated for alcoholism.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:42 am
Chris Froome’s entered cycling history by becoming the first British man to win three Tour De France titles.
He’s now set to make his Prudential Ride London-Surrey Classic debut and race for Team Sky on Sunday.
The 31 year old will then be setting off for the Rio Olympic Games, where he’s going for gold in both the road race and the time trial.
He said it’s been an incredible few weeks.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 9:30 am
Stressed Border Force staff are struggling to cope with queues to check passports at Heathrow Airport, according to a whistle-blower.
New figures show target times for some passengers to clear immigration were missed in the last two months.
A spokesman said Border Force made “every effort” to minimise delays, but added that when large amounts of passengers arrive in a short space of time, it can mean a longer wait.
Last week British Airways apologised to customers for long check-in delays at Heathrow and Gatwick.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:22 am
As Scam Awareness Months comes to an end, Croydon Council is reminding people to be aware of fake officials.
This comes after an elderly couple lost almost one million pounds in a scam involving a bogus trading standards officer.
The pensioners had already been fleeced for 300-thousand pounds by cowboy roofers.
The crook tricked them out of a further 600-thousand in "up-front fees" with promises to recover the money.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:04 am
Battersea Cats and Dogs home has called part of the Dangerous Dogs Act ‘outdated’ saying it needs replacing.
Section 1 of the act bans four breeds of dog, most famously the Pit Bull Terrier.
But a new report by the charity, What’s Breed Got to do With It? Shows there’s little evidence that the Act has reduced dog attacks.
It also shows the act hasn’t been successful in eradicating the breed-last year the home took in 91 Pit Bulls, confirming their breeding and sale.
The report also illustrates the euthanasia of certain breeds by law based on their appearance rather than what they’ve actually done.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:51 am
A murder investigation has been launched in Headley after police found the body of a man in his thirties.
Officers were called to an address in Church Lane shortly after 2.30 this morning to reports of a disturbance at a private party.
The deceased has not yet been formally identified.
Several other people at the location are believed to have suffered serious injuries.
No arrests have been made and police are encouraging anyone with information to contact them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 6:48 am
Surrey Cricket League: Old Pete's stay top of Premier Division
Old Pete’s remain on top of the Surrey Cricket League’s Premier Division despite a 5 wicket loss to Surrey Seamers on the weekend.
Norwood Exiles maintained their unbeaten run this season. They scored 198 for 4 in reply to Old Royalists 197 for 8, to win by 6 wickets.
In Division One Morden 186 for 9 tied with Raynes Park Former Pupils, 186 for 8.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:43 am
Sunday, 24 July 2016
Lib Dems select Amna Ahmad as Candidate for Sutton and Cheam & Worcester Park
The Liberal Democrats have selected Amna Ahmad as their parliamentary candidate for Sutton and Cheam and Worcester Park.
The new appointment follows reports that the Prime Minister might go to the country early, before a possible recession and to take advantage of Labour in-fighting.
Ms Ahmad said she is proud to have been selected and it would be a huge honour to represent the area.
Her three campaign priorities will be to improve train services, provide more school places for local families and protect local health services.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:43 pm
20 Year Old Stabbed Repeatedly in Thornton Heath
A 20-year-old boy has been rushed to hospital after he was repeatedly stabbed at a home in Thornton Heath.
Police and ambulance services were called to Langdale Road at 3.50pm this afternoon to reports of a stabbing.
The victim is currently in a stable condition and his injuries are not thought to be life threatening.
It’s the second stabbing incident Croydon Police have been called to this afternoon, after a 21 year old boy was stabbed in New Addington earlier.
No arrests have been made and police are continuing their investigation.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 5:22 pm
Sadiq Khan launches Tooting By-Election Campaign
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has spent the day talking with Tooting residents and local business owners at the annual Summer Street Party.
Mr Khan was at the party in Cowick Road to launch the Tooting by-election campaign and to support Labour’s candidate, Paul White.
The party also saw many live performances, including retro girl band The Tootsie Rollers and the London Gay Man’s Chorus.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:49 pm
21 Year Old Stabbed in New Addington
A 21-year-old boy is recovering in hospital following being stabbed in New Addington at around two o’clock this afternoon.
Police and ambulance units were called to a residential address to find the young man suffering from multiple stab wounds.
The air ambulance was deployed to treat the victim and he is currently in a stable condition.
Police are continuing their enquiries, although no arrests have been made.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 4:12 pm
Battersea Park Retains Coveted ‘Green Flag’ award
Battersea Park has retained its prestigious ‘Green Flag’ award for the excellent facilities, cleanliness and involvement within the community.
The award, which recognises the best parks and green spaces across the UK, comes just days after Wandsworth council unveiled plans to invest another £820,000 in the park.
The improvements will see a creation of a new playground, garden and entrance, as well as restoring the seating shelters and fountain.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 3:23 pm
Decision on Heathrow needed urgently
A group of cross party MP’s have urged the government to make an ‘urgent’ decision over Heathrow expansion.
It comes as a report by the British Infrastructure Group claims a lack of capacity is causing ‘substantial damage to the whole industry’.
Grant Shaps which leads the group believes an immediate decision is required to halt damage to the uk economy.
Following the UK’s decision to leave the EU Mr Shapps believes its essential to show the UK is open for business.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:27 pm
Feltham and Heston MP demands investigation
The MP for Feltham and Heston claims Jermey Corbyn’s staff breached her privacy by illegally entering her Westminster office.
The Labour Leader’s team is denying the allegations from Seema Malhotra who used to be chief secretary to the treasury until she resigned last month.
They claim the incident happened after she quit and the office is for whoever’s in the role.
But Mrs Malhotra says it’s a serious issue and is calling for a full investigation into the matter.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 1:18 pm
Accident in Hampton Court
There’s been an accident between a car and a cyclist on Chestnut Avenue in Hampton Court.
Police officers and other emergency services were called to the scene close to Bushy Park at around 8.25am.
The Cyclist a female was taken to a west London hospital.
Her injuries are thought to be not life threatening.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:23 am
Family Open Day at Heston and Isleworth Fire Station.
A family open day is being held at Heston and Isleworth Fire Station today.
The event’s part of the 150-year anniversary of the London Fire Brigade.
Youngsters will be able to climb aboard a real fire engine and try out uniforms, and there’s also a fun fair.
It runs from 12noon to 4pm.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 10:18 am
Support for The South West London and St George's Mental Heath NHS Trust
The South West London and St George’s Mental NHS Trust Charitable Fund has received generous support after the family of a former patient launched a new campaign.
It called for donations to be used for the young people’s Mental Health Services Ward.
Sophie Bennet spent time there before she passed away in May.
This encouraged her family to support the Trust’s Charity to help other young people going through the same experiences.
£13,000 has been raised so far.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:53 am
Heathrow makes the top 10 for complaints
Heathrow Airport has featured in the top ten for the most complaints amongst airports.
It was the 7th according to data released by EUclaim which recorded the worst offending airports and airlines of the first half of 2016.
Norwich Airport topped the list with passengers suffering delays of more than three hours.
Meanwhile Easyjet saw more than 5 thousand claims being processed against them.
posted by Radio Jackie News Team @ 7:20 am
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