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BBC News
02-08-2025
- BBC News
Dead dolphin sparks 'avoid area' warning on Guernsey beach
People have been urged to avoid a Guernsey bay after a dead dolphin was Police said the animal had been discovered near the groynes sea defences in the Grande Mare side of Vazon Bay.A post on the force's Facebook page said the Joint Emergency Services Control Centre and GSPCA had been notified and were monitoring the situation, along with Agriculture, Countryside and Land Management Services (ACLMS) said the advice was to "stay away" from the animal and area and to not touch the dead dolphin. "The preferred option by ACLMS is to allow natural decomposer and return to the ecosystem but, ultimately, the decision will be made by ACLMS if recovery is required," a police spokesperson added. GSPCA bosses issued a similar warning in a post on the charity's Facebook post said: "We are aware of a dolphin sadly washed up on the shores of Vazon beach. The States are aware."In the meantime, please could we advise people/children to avoid the area."
BBC News
01-08-2025
- BBC News
Guernsey AI scam targets islanders with fake Chief Minister posts
AI-generated content of Guernsey's top politician has been used by fraudsters in a scam to try and persuade islanders into making investments, police scam, known as a deepfake, shows fake video and images of Guernsey's chief minister, Deputy Lindsay de Sausmarez, appearing to recommend an investment scheme, as well as fake local newspaper Sausmarez said she hoped "most people would quickly realise it's fake", but advised islanders to warn vulnerable people the posts were fraudulent. A Guernsey Police spokesperson said: "Please be aware that this story, along with any others that may surface featuring Deputies requesting payment or investment, are not real and are a scam." Police added people should be wary of "articles that promote too-good-to-be-true investments or prizes".Deepfake scams have become more common in recent years as AI technology improves, with faked images of high-profile figures such as financial journalist Martin Lewis and London mayor Sadiq Khan used by people online to trick Police warned people to think twice before clicking links, entering personal details or providing bank who suspects they may have been the victim of online fraud should contact their bank immediately, a police spokesperson added.
Yahoo
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Senior politician arrested by Guernsey Police
Former Guernsey Chief Minister Deputy Jonathan Le Tocq has been arrested on suspicion of telecommunications offences. In a statement, Guernsey Police said a 61-year-old man had been arrested. The politician, who leads on external relations for the Policy and Resources Committee, has been released by police without being charged. Police said inquiries were ongoing and officers would "not provide further commentary while the investigation continues". Le Tocq has been contacted for a comment. More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Le Tocq lost the election to become the island's most senior politician earlier in July. He finished ninth in June's general election, where he received 8,002 votes. In a statement, the police said: "We would remind the community that this investigation is ongoing and no-one has been charged with any offence at this stage.' The States of Guernsey's Policy and Resources Committee said in a statement: "The committee has been informed that Deputy Jonathan Le Tocq was arrested yesterday and is now the subject of a police investigation. "The remaining members of the committee have unanimously agreed that Deputy Le Tocq will not participate in any committee business while the police investigation is ongoing. "The committee will not be commenting further at this time." In an e-mail to all States members seen by the BBC, President of Policy and Resources Lindsay de Sausmarez urged deputies "not to speculate". She added the news came as a shock and that this investigation "may take some time". Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Related internet links States of Guernsey Guernsey Police
Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
Police appeal over 'distressed' child's welfare
Guernsey Police are appealing to the public for information after a young boy was seen in a "distressed state". Police said witnesses saw the boy near the Co-operative store at Les Camps at about 16:30 BST. Witnesses reported that the child, described as a black male aged about 10 to 11 years old, ran into the road and was nearly struck by a vehicle. He was last seen fleeing the area before officers arrived on the scene. The boy is described as relatively tall for his age, with a black afro hairstyle, and was wearing a brown T-shirt and brown shorts at the time of the incident. Guernsey Police said they were keen to locate the child to ensure his safety and wellbeing. More news stories for Guernsey Listen to the latest news for Guernsey Follow BBC Guernsey on X and Facebook and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Guernsey Police
BBC News
12-07-2025
- BBC News
Guernsey Police appeal over 'distressed' child's welfare
Guernsey Police are appealing to the public for information after a young boy was seen in a "distressed state".Police said witnesses saw the boy near the Co-operative store at Les Camps at about 16:30 reported that the child, described as a black male aged about 10 to 11 years old, ran into the road and was nearly struck by a was last seen fleeing the area before officers arrived on the scene. The boy is described as relatively tall for his age, with a black afro hairstyle, and was wearing a brown T-shirt and brown shorts at the time of the Police said they were keen to locate the child to ensure his safety and wellbeing.
