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BBC News
2 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Buckinghamshire prison officer smuggled drugs even after arrest
A prison officer who continued to smuggle drugs into jail even after she had been arrested is now behind bars Kemp, 32, was sentenced at Aylesbury Crown Court to eight and a half years in from Torre Close, Bletchley, had worked with two men to smuggle drugs into HMP Spring Hill, HMP Woodhill and HMP pleaded guilty to misconduct in a public office and conspiring to convey a prohibited article into a prison. Haydon Flavel, 27, and Omar Windross, 26, also pleaded guilty to conspiring to smuggle drugs into Regional Organised Crime Unit (ROCU) said the crimes were carried out between September 2018 and June a prison officer at HMP Aylesbury, worked with inmate Windross to arrange the delivery of drugs and other contraband into HMP being arrested in July 2021, Kemp denied the offence and was released – and carried out offences for another year. Kemp also instructed Flavell to carry out "throw-overs" at Buckinghamshire prisons Woodhill and Spring Hill, as well as at HMP Erlestoke in ROCU said she would drive Flavell to those locations in her received "substantial payments" into her account from people with links to prison, with one person paying her £11, three pleaded guilty in February this of North Ninth Street, Milton Keynes, was sentenced to four years and six months in prison while Windross, of no fixed abode, was jailed for three years. 'Total disregard' Det Ch Supt Steve Boniface said Kemp "had a total disregard for the law". He added: "She was organising drugs and contraband to be thrown into prisons for financial gain and, despite being arrested and released, continued to engage in the same activity."Her conduct has betrayed public confidence and hindered [the Prison Service's] efforts to rehabilitate offenders, all whilst she was employed as a serving prison officer."I hope this sentence demonstrates that no-one is exempt from the law, and that anyone attempting to organise the supply of drugs into HMP establishments will be identified and prosecuted." Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Aylesbury pensioner, 80, who stabbed neighbour denies murder
A 76-year-old man died after an 80-year-old neighbour hit him with a hammer then stabbed him with a kitchen knife, a trial has been Kindell attacked John Jones at their flats complex in Silverdale Close in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, in January, a jury Miranda Moore KC said the two men had been involved in a long-running dispute over smoking and noise and Mr Kindell "didn't like" Mr said jurors would have to decide whether the defendant, who denies murder, was guilty of that offence or of manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility. 'No, no, no' Two women had gone to help after seeing Mr Jones being attacked with a hammer in a foyer area at the block of flats where the two men Moore said as the women arrived, Mr Jones managed to disarm Mr said the accused had then "retreated upstairs".One of the women had called 999 - and Mr Jones spoke to an emergency services Moore told jurors: "Mr Jones said 'I walked in the door to go into my flat and this bloke from upstairs started hitting me with a hammer'."She said Mr Kindell then returned with a knife and stabbed Mr Jones to words "what have you got" and "no, no, no" followed by screaming, were recorded by the 999 call handlers, she added. The prosecuting counsel said no-one disputed that Mr Jones was killed by Mr Kindell in a foyer area in the block of flats where they lived."We say this is murder," Ms Moore told the trial."There was a rational motive."The two men had a long-running dispute which went back years."She added that Mr Jones smoked outside Mr Kindell's window - which "irritated" the said Mr Jones also complained about noise coming from Mr Kindell's flat she told jurors how Mr Kindell denied said lawyers representing him argued he had an "abnormality of mental function" which meant his responsibility for the killing of Mr Jones was "diminished". Ms Moore has outlined the prosecution case in an opening statement and jurors are due to begin hearing evidence on trial is expected to end later this Kindell watched proceedings from the dock and Judge Jonathan Cooper told jurors that the accused was sitting with nurses who would be with him throughout the added: "We will go at a pace that is appropriate for Mr Kindell."The trial continues. Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Forbes
5 days ago
- Health
- Forbes
What To Do If A Car Crashes Into Your House
My mother-in-law had just downsized from her charming but large house into a comfortable, brand new 2 bedroom in a lovely neighborhood. But the house happened to be positioned right where the street made a 'T.' Drivers would stop and make a left or a right. Within a week, a car was in her living room. An elderly driver stepped on the gas instead of the brake and 'it sounded like a bomb went off, "she said. Fortunately no one was hurt but of course it was a months-long process of paperwork, contractors and Peggy worrying every time she heard a car coming down the hill. Aylesbury,Bucks,UK - September 11th 2011. Car comes off the road and crashes into a house It's not a situation most people expect, but it happens more often than you'd think: a car crashes into a house. Whether it's a drunk driver, a medical emergency, or just someone who hit the wrong pedal, the result is chaos. Here's what you need to do immediately — and in the days that follow — to protect yourself, your home, and your sanity. Call 911 Immediately Your first move is to call 911 — even if the driver insists they're fine or tries to leave. You'll need police on the scene to document everything, and if there are any injuries (including your own), paramedics will be dispatched. Let the pros assess the situation. Even a small crash can compromise your home's structural integrity. Don't Enter the Impact Zone If the crash damaged a wall, foundation, or support beam, stay out of that part of the house until a building inspector or fire department clears it. One wrong move could bring down a ceiling or cause further collapse. Document, document, document Take photos and video from multiple angles. Capture damage to your house, the car's position, license plate, skid marks, debris, and anything else that tells the story. Write down what you remember right away — time, weather, noise, any details about the driver — because stress fogs memory fast. Exchange Info with the driver when appropriate Don't argue, don't accuse. Just gather facts. If the driver is uncooperative or flees the scene, let the police handle it. Notify Your Home Insurance Company Quickly File a claim ASAP. Even though the driver's auto insurance will likely pay for the damage (under their property liability coverage), your own homeowners insurance may help cover emergency repairs, hotel stays, or cleanup in the meantime. Ask your adjuster what's covered and when. Secure the Property Once emergency services give you the all-clear, board up any holes, broken windows or damaged doors to prevent theft or injury. If needed, hire a contractor or mitigation service to help with emergency repairs — and keep receipts for everything. Contact a Structural Engineer or Contractor Your insurance may send someone, but it's smart to have your own evaluation. Structural damage isn't always obvious. Cracks, bowed walls, or shifts in your foundation may not show up for weeks. Peggy, whose house was hit, discovered problems in the foundation months after the crash when a contractor was inspecting it. Get Legal Help If the damage is extensive or the driver was uninsured or underinsured, consult a lawyer. You may need help recovering full compensation. Also, if the crash caused emotional trauma — especially if you were home — don't underestimate your right to support. Be gentle with yourself for awhile Any crash is traumatic, but having your home hit is especially nerve-shattering. You might feel unsafe in your home for a while. That's normal. Get support if you need it — from a therapist, friends, or online communities. If you see a therapist, keep receipts to be presented when the time is right for reimbursement.
BBC News
28-05-2025
- General
- BBC News
Gilbraltar two-vehicle crash left five injured, police say
Police are appealing for witnesses after five people were left injured in a collision involving two Valley Police was called to the incident on the A418 Aylesbury Road near Gilbraltar, in Buckinghamshire, at about 15:20 BST on 14 May. The force said the collision, involving a brown Honda Civic and a silver Vauxhall Astra, happened between Dinton and women aged in their 60s and three men ages in their 50s and 60s were injured, a spokesperson confirmed. Investigating officer PC Nicholas Gent, of the roads policing unit, said: "I am appealing to anybody who witnessed this collision, or who may have dashcam which has captured the incident or the moments leading up to it." Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Film and TV model maker warns skill may disappear
A visual effects designer who worked on award-winning films and TV shows has warned the art of model-making is at risk of vanishing in the coming decades. Mike Tucker has worked with Discover Bucks Museum in Aylesbury on an exhibition of original models and props from British science fiction shows, such as Doctor Who. The artist, in his 60s, said he hoped the displays could inspire a future generation of visual effects artists. "A lot of the companies, like myself, have either stopped because they've not been able to compete with the CGI guys, or just retired out of the business." "The number of us who know how to do it is getting smaller and smaller with every passing year," he added. The Beyond the Stars exhibition includes models and props the Oxfordshire resident has worked on, including 1980s' Daleks, Marvin the Paranoid Android and a model of Starbug from Red Dwarf. Originally from Swansea, Mr Tucker entered the industry via the BBC's in-house visual effects department in the 1980s, which closed in 2005. He recalled: "It had over 100 members of staff when I joined. By the time we closed down we were down to 14 people, because the numbers of shows that required our particular expertise was getting smaller and smaller. "It's not dead completely yet. If left unchecked there is going to be a gap in about 10, 15, 20 years' time of just finding people who know how to do it." His company, The Model Unit, won a Bafta for its work on the Doctor Who 50th anniversary special in 2013. But his models have not just been used in sci-fi - they have also appeared in natural disaster documentaries and historical dramas, like The Crown. The 2007 Oscar-winning film Atonement featured scenes where the London Underground flooded, shot using a model-sized recreation of the location. Mr Tucker said a producer on the film told him they had "never seen a convincing model shot", to which he countered: "No, you've never spotted the convincing ones." "When our work is done well, it's invisible," he said. He explained the future of the art would require a blend of practical effects with computer generated imagery. Speaking of the exhibition, he added: "We've also got a few bits and pieces in there that were used in conjunction with digital effects. "I'm hoping we will sort of show people how two disciplines can work side by side. "Both techniques have got their plusses and minuses, and in an ideal world the two should work hand in hand." However, John Lee, head of model making at the National Film and Television School in Beaconsfield, argued that although he understood Mr Tucker's concerns, he was "not worried" about the future of the skill. He said in the last year the applicants for his course had increased by 20%. "If my application numbers were dropping each year I would be worried," he said. The lecturer, who has worked on recent Paddington and Star Wars films, said large studios come to work with him and his students. "People said to me in 1990 that model making would be dead once we started using CGI on TV commercials. "You can't do everything with technology - you need artists that are able to visualise and make things practically, often quicker and cheaper than CGI." The exhibition at Discover Bucks Museum runs until 5 October. Follow Beds, Herts and Bucks news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Students design figures for oldest model village Star Wars weapon used by Chewbacca sells for £471k Doctor Who monster creator thrilled by new episode Discover Bucks Museum About the National Film and Television School
