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The Sun
2 days ago
- The Sun
Unanswered questions swirl in hunt for missing mum-of-three Rachel Booth… from early morning jog to mysterious new CCTV
POLICE are frantically searching for missing mum Rachel Booth miles from where she was last seen - and mystery surrounds her disappearance. Sniffer dogs and underwater search teams have been brought in to assist in scouring the area for the mum-of-three. 12 12 The 38-year-old was last seen at Sandiway Garage in the Northwich area of Cheshire, at 3.50am on Saturday, July 19. Police are today searching the surrounding area of Wild Shore Delamere water sports park in Northwich - which is around two miles away. As concerns grow for her welfare, many questions have cropped up concerning the circumstances in which she vanished. Where is Rachel Booth? Rachel's family reported her missing in the early hours of Saturday. They last saw her in the village of Barton, where they live. The "very active" mum had gone jogging and never returned. An increasingly desperate search is ongoing to track her last movements and find Rachel. 12 12 What was her jogging route? At 3.50am, Rachel was seen wearing black leggings and a black top. CCTV showed Rachel in a Shell petrol station, on the A556. This is nearly seven miles away from her home. Issac Carolan, 19, who works at the garage, told The Sun: "I spoke to my colleague who had served her on Saturday morning. He added: "But it didn't seem weird, she didn't seem disturbed or flustered." What did the neighbour capture her on her doorbell camera? Cops have asked anyone who may have seen the missing mum to get in touch. A family believes they sighted Rachel walking past their house five minutes after she was seen at the Shell garage. A local mum said: "I am fairly sure it's her that walked past my house at 3.55am. I have a video." Why are cops searching a water park so far away? Police were spotted at the Wild Shore Delamere water sports park in Northwich - which is nearly nine miles away from her home. They have deployed sniffer dogs to help with the desperate search. Underwater search teams were recruited to help scour the waters for Rachel. Superintendent Paul Hughes said: 'We are currently following a number of enquiries to trace Rachel and we are becoming increasingly concerned for her welfare." Cops said as part of the investigation, agencies, including the Underwater Search Team and Cheshire Search and Rescue, are carrying out enquiries in the Oakmere and surrounding areas where it is believed Rachel travelled to. 12 12 Superintendent Hughes continued: 'Investigators are following all lines of enquiry and anyone who has seen Rachel since she was reported missing is asked to contact us. "The same goes for anyone who has any information on her whereabouts." The force closed the local holiday attraction as part of their investigation. Wild Shore Delamere, a water-based adventure hub, said: "Due to ongoing police investigations in the surrounding area, Wildshore Delamere will remain closed tomorrow, Sunday, July 20th. "We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. "The incident is unrelated to Wild Shore - however, we wish to help as much as possible - so we will be closing the site until further notice. "If your booking is affected by this closure, please contact our customer services team. We'll be happy to arrange a refund or reschedule your session for a later date. Thank you for your understanding." Where are the items Rachel bought from the petrol station? A petrol station worker claimed she bought wine and milk from the shop after a 45-minute run. Issac Carolan, who works at the shop, said: "She bought milk and wine and jogged from 45 minutes away." Cheshire Police have urged anyone who has seen Rachel, or knows where she is, to police on 101, quoting incident number 2136439. 12 12 Timeline of Rachel Booth's disappearance July 19 Rachel's family reported her missing in the early hours of Saturday morning when she rained to return home from a jog. 3.50am Rachel was seen wearing black leggings and a black top. CCTV showed Rachel in a Shell petrol station, on the A556. This is nearly seven miles away from her home. 3.55am A local family believe they saw Rachel walk past their house after leaving the petrol station, where she bought wine and milk. July 20 Police begin searching by a holiday park as they believe Rachel may have travelled there. They have deployed sniffer dogs to help with the desperate search. Underwater search teams were recruited to help scour the waters for Rachel.
The Sun
5 days ago
- The Sun
Cops release CCTV of suspect nearly a year after schoolboy, 15, was gunned down at ‘Teletubbies Park' during family day
POLICE have released new CCTV footage almost one year on from the fatal shooting of a schoolboy in a playground, known locally as "Teletubbies Park". Rene Graham, 15, died after being shot in Emslie Horniman's Pleasance Park in Ladbroke Grove, west London, at around 7.20pm on July 21, 2024, during a "family fun day". 4 Cops launched a murder investigation soon afterwards and have now released CCTV footage showing a suspect walking calmly towards the busy park before the shooting. He can be seen entering the children's play area before shooting Rene in the chest. The teenager tragically died at the scene. CCTV footage also shows the suspect chasing and attempting to shoot a second victim after gunning down Rene. He then flees the area. Detective Chief Inspector Alison Foxwell, who is leading the investigation said: "Rene was tragically shot dead during a busy music festival. Since the launch of the investigation, officers have reviewed hundreds of hours of CCTV and taken numerous statements from witnesses. "Rene's family have continued to be supported throughout these enquiries, and they remain understandably devastated about his death. "Recently, a man in his 20s was interviewed under caution in relation to Rene's murder and we continue to investigate all lines of enquiry." Footage shows the suspect walking towards the park, appearing to pull a gun from his pocket and then running from the area shortly after the shooting. DCI Foxwell added: 'The person responsible for Rene's murder opened fire in a busy park where dozens of people, including very young children, were enjoying themselves. 'Officers have appealed to the local community on multiple occasions – we believe there are people sitting on the name of the person responsible. 'This person, who was willing to take the life of Rene and risk the lives of others, remains in your community. Now is the time to get in touch with us to give Rene's family the peace they deserve. 'Our thoughts, remain as ever, with them.' is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
Toronto Sun
10-07-2025
- Toronto Sun
Female gym teacher charged for sex crimes with two teen girls, boy
Get the latest from Brad Hunter straight to your inbox Bronwen James. Photo by POLICE PHOTO A female British gym teacher allegedly used two teen girls and a boy as her sexual playthings. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account According to cops, Bronwen James, 29, is now charged with 13 sex-related offences over three years. James had been a gym teacher and coach at the Hardenhuish School in Chippenham, Wiltshire, and Bitterne Park School in Southampton, Hampshire. Charges against the alleged predator include three counts of sexual activity with two girls aged 13 and 15, and four counts of adult abusing a position of trust by engaging in sexual activity with a boy whom British media identified as being 16 years old. Bronwen James. FACEBOOK In addition, she also allegedly made an indecent image of a child and had sexual communications with the girls. The charge sheet accuses her of having sex with one girl starting when she was 14. She allegedly had sex with the boy on four different occasions. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The charges relate to alleged offences in Titchfield and Fareham in Hampshire, Chippenham in Wiltshire, and Alton in Staffordshire. BRONWEN JAMES. FACEBOOK She appeared in court on Wednesday wearing a matching beige waistcoat and pants. James spoke only to confirm her name, age and address. She was then released on bail with conditions. Under the conditions, she is not allowed to have contact with the three alleged victims and can't she have unsupervised contact with any child under 16. 'In summary, this is going to be sent to the Crown Court,' Chief Magistrate Stephen Harrison said. 'The first step is Thursday, August 7, for a plea and trial preparation hearing. In the interim, you are granted conditional bail.' bhunter@ @HunterTOSun Toronto Blue Jays Toronto & GTA Olympics Uncategorized Columnists
IOL News
10-07-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Top cop mum on political killings dockets
Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola. Image: file Staff Reporters POLICE Commissioner Fannie Masemola refused to be drawn into allegations that ten crucial dockets linked to political killings were being kept at SAPS headquarters in Pretoria as part of alleged interference with the work of the political killings unit. He was responding to questions from the media following allegations by KwaZulu Natal Police Commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi that Police Minister Senzo Mchunu, in cahoots with Deputy National Commissioner for Crime Detection, Lieutenant General Shadrack Sibiya, disbanded the political killings unit and retrieved the case dockets for them to be locked up under lock and key, in the Pretoria offices of Sibiya. Mkhwanazi said some of the dockets had uncovered a crime syndicate involving underworld figures, politicians, prosecutors, judges and senior police. He said the forced closure of the political task team unit, allegedly engineered by Mchunu and not by the Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola, has sparked the rising tensions. Both Mchunu and Sibiya have publicly denied the allegations. Until Wednesday, Masemola had not spoken out since Mkhwanazi made the allegations that the police minister was also linked to a criminal syndicate in Gauteng. Responding to a Cape Times question about the dockets, Masemola said: 'We'd rather leave that space to…allow the president to intervene. These will be matters that are subject to investigation. It would not assist the nation that General Mkhwanazi says something…General Sibiya says something and I say something. Let's leave that for investigation.' Masemola said the recent revelations of divisions and other serious allegations within the SAPS ranks have struck at the heart of the South African Police Service and, indeed, the heart of the nation's trust. 'Let me be unequivocal, the current state of affairs is unprecedented, concerning, unfortunate and requires uncompromised intervention, to restore public trust and stability in the organisation. 'We acknowledge and fully welcome the commitment made by his excellency, President Cyril Ramaphosa, to elevate and prioritise this matter on his return from international travel.' He said the SAPS is not factional property. 'It is the guardian of every South African's safety and security. Our focus, our unity, and our unwavering commitment must be singular; it is to serve and protect the citizens of this country.' Masemola also confirmed that Mkhwanazi's security has been beefed up. While President Cyril Ramaphosa has yet to outline how he would handle the allegations, National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza has directed the Portfolio Committee on Police, the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, and the Joint Standing Committee on Intelligence to investigate Mkhwanazi's claims. However, Didiza declined requests from the DA and other parties for a debate on the matter, stating it would be inappropriate given that the allegations are currently unsubstantiated. African Transformation Movement's (ATM) parliamentary leader Vuyo Zungula lodged a complaint with the public protector against Mchunu over the allegations. In a letter to the public protector's office, Zungula characterised the situation as a blatant instance of executive misconduct, political interference and abuse of power. "These revelations indicate nothing less than the direct capture of police power for private and political protection," Zungula stated. "This is not merely a policy or operational concern; it is an ethical and legal emergency. If such interference is allowed to continue without consequences, public faith in the rule of law and the legitimacy of our democratic institutions will be destroyed." Zungula maintained that the allegations were not speculative, but "are backed by digital communication records, WhatsApp messages, voice recordings, financial documentation, intercepted data, and operational reports. KZN Premier Thami Ntuli has publicly expressed support for Mkhwanazi, urging Ramaphosa to act without delay. Cape Times
Toronto Sun
10-07-2025
- Toronto Sun
CRIME SCENE: Cops say man stole keys at Toronto hospital before break-in
Suspect sought in a Toronto Police break-and-enter investigation. Photo by HANDOUT / TORONTO POLICE Police are trying to identify a suspect accused of stealing house keys from someone who was at a Toronto hospital, then breaking into the home and stealing various personal items. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Toronto Police responded on July 3 around 8 p.m. to a break-in call in the Duncan-Adelaide Sts. area. Police said the victims' keys were taken while they were at a hospital. Cops said that on June 21, an unknown male suspect used the keys to gain access to the victim's house before stealing various items. The suspect is described as having a heavy build and a moustache. He was last seen wearing glasses, a blue baseball cap, blue jacket, black pants and black shoes. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5200 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 or Daly David, 41, is wanted for two counts of uttering threats. TORONTO POLICE MAN ACCUSED OF UTTERING THREATS Police are looking for a suspect accused of uttering threats. Toronto Police said officers responded last Saturday to a call for a threatening in the Yonge St.-St. Clair Ave. area. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Police alleged that the suspect and victim had planned to meet in person. They had a disagreement, however, and didn't meet. Cops said the suspect then allegedly sent threatening messages to the victim through social media. Daly David, 41, is wanted for two counts of uttering threats. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 or Read More Maria Corpuz, 43, of Toronto. TORONTO POLICE HANDOUT WOMAN CHARGED IN IMMIGRATION FRAUD PROBE A 43-year-old Toronto woman has been charged following a fraud investigation involving fake immigration services. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Toronto Police alleged that between May 31, 2023, and May 31, 2025, the accused was offering immigration services in the Yonge St.-Eglinton Ave. area. The accused allegedly provided immigration services to multiple victims for Canadian citizenship applications and work permits. The victims would pay the accused and were provided with government documents. Cops said the victims would later learn that the services were not legitimate and the documents were deemed to be fraudulent. On Tuesday, Maria Curpuz was charged with three counts each of fraud under $5,000 and false pretense under $5,000 and two counts of uttering a forged document. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5300 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 or RECOMMENDED VIDEO Toronto Blue Jays Toronto & GTA Olympics Basketball Columnists
