Latest news with #eyewitnesses
The Sun
23-07-2025
- The Sun
‘Masked shooter' guns down three people in broad daylight ‘drive-by attack' as cops launch manhunt
A MANHUNT has been launched after a "masked shooter" gunned down three people in an alleged drive-by attack. Cops scrambled to Bulay Road in Huddersfield just after 3pm yesterday following reports a firearm had been discharged. West Yorkshire Police said three men sustained injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment. The suspects were seen fleeing the scene in a vehicle, said cops. Officers remain in the area to in carry out investigations and to reassure residents. Anyone who saw or who has footage of the incident has been asked to contact police. Eyewitnesses claimed the shots were fired from a car earlier this afternoon and left three men injured. "I was walking up Bulay Road and then I saw a black car and the driver wound down the window," one told Yorkshire Live. "Three shots were fired and he drove off. He had a full balaclava on." West Yorkshire Police said in a full statement: "Police were called to Bulay Road, Huddersfield at 3.02pm this afternoon to a report a firearm had been discharged there. "Three males were reported to have sustained injuries, with suspects fleeing the scene in a vehicle. "Emergency services attended and the victims have been taken to hospital for treatment " Initial enquiries are ongoing and a number of officers are currently in the area to investigate the incident, and also reassure residents. "Anyone who saw or has footage of what occurred is asked to contact Kirklees Police on 999 referencing police log 1114 of 22 July. "Information can also be given to the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111." Yorkshire Ambulance Service said yesterday: "A number of ambulance resources attended an incident on Bulay Road this afternoon."
BBC News
22-07-2025
- BBC News
Theydon Bois car crash kills pedestrian
A pedestrian in his 50s has died at the scene of a Police was called to Abridge Road in Theydon Bois at about 18:30 BST on Monday after what it described as a serious driver suffered serious injuries which were not life-threatening but was receiving hospital asked for any eyewitnesses to come forward and help with inquiries. Follow Essex news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
CNN
15-07-2025
- Politics
- CNN
Video shows machine gun fire near Gaza aid site
Video shows machine gun fire near Gaza aid site A video from social media shows machine gun fire spraying the ground near an aid distribution site in southern Gaza as crowds of Palestinians lie on the ground for safety. Although the source of the gunfire is not seen in the video, multiple eyewitnesses say it shows the Israeli military opening fire on Palestinians as they waited for food on Saturday. In a statement, the IDF said, 'The details of the video are under review.' 01:02 - Source: CNN Vertical World News 16 videos Video shows machine gun fire near Gaza aid site A video from social media shows machine gun fire spraying the ground near an aid distribution site in southern Gaza as crowds of Palestinians lie on the ground for safety. Although the source of the gunfire is not seen in the video, multiple eyewitnesses say it shows the Israeli military opening fire on Palestinians as they waited for food on Saturday. In a statement, the IDF said, 'The details of the video are under review.' 01:02 - Source: CNN Analysis: Moscow's reaction to Trump's 50-day peace deadline President Donald Trump has vowed further sanctions on Russia if a peace deal is not reached in 50 days. CNN's Chief Global Affairs Correspondent breaks down the Russian reaction and perspective on Monday's announcement from Moscow. 01:13 - Source: CNN World's oldest marathon runner dies at 114 in a hit-and-run The world's oldest marathon runner, Fauja Singh, died in a hit-and-run at 114 years old while walking on a road near his hometown in northwestern India, according to the Indian police. Police say they are still searching for the driver. 00:47 - Source: CNN Trump attends FIFA Club World Cup final CNN's Patrick Snell reports on President Trump's visit to MetLife Stadium for the FIFA Club World Cup Final between Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea. 00:52 - Source: CNN Top Russian diplomat is in North Korea. What does this mean? Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is in North Korea for a three-day visit. CNN's Will Ripley explains why this could be a sign of deepening relations between Moscow and Pyongyang. 01:16 - Source: CNN ICE vehicle runs through protesters CNN affiliate KGO reports that an ICE vehicle ran through protesters attempting to stop an alleged deportation outside the San Francisco Federal Immigration Court. 00:59 - Source: CNN Doctor drives heart through Kyiv during Russian drone attack Amid explosions from a massive Russian drone attack, a Ukrainian doctor drove through Kyiv to deliver a heart to his seriously ill patient, after a donor became available on the opposite side of the city. Following the surgery, the doctor said he was hopeful the 12-year-old girl would recover. 00:51 - Source: CNN Analysis: Do Trump's words affect Putin's actions? President Donald Trump called Russian President Vladimir Putin out for throwing "bullsh*t" on peace talks with Ukraine - hours later, Russia launched its largest ever drone attack on Ukraine. CNN's Matthew Chance analyzes whether the US leader's comments have an impact on Russia's military operations. 01:23 - Source: CNN Rubio meets Russian foreign minister Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, days after President Donald Trump expressed frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin for not engaging in peace talks with Ukraine. 01:22 - Source: CNN Drones swarm Kyiv for second night Russia attacked Ukraine with hundreds of drones for a second consecutive night, killing two people and causing significant damage in Kyiv. In recent weeks Moscow has scaled up its air attacks on Ukraine, as negotiations towards a peace deal have slowed down. 00:52 - Source: CNN Doctors in Gaza struggle to keep babies alive CNN's Paula Hancocks reports on the situation in Gaza as doctors try to keep preterm babies alive in a warzone where formula, medicine and fuel are in short supply. 02:48 - Source: CNN Trump praises Liberian leader's English. It's his native language During a White House meeting with leaders of African nations, President Donald Trump complimented Liberian President Joseph Boakai's English pronunciation, even though English is Boakai's native language. 00:49 - Source: CNN Houthi rebels release video of attack on commercial ship in the Red Sea Video released by the Houthi media center shows the bulk carrier "Magic Seas" being attacked and later sinking in the Iran-backed rebel group's first attack this year on a commercial shipping vessel in the Red Sea. 00:55 - Source: CNN Russia turns up the heat after Trump slams Putin At least one person has been killed after Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine just hours after US President Donald Trump pledged more military support for Kyiv and accused his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin of throwing 'bullsh*t' over peace talks. 01:19 - Source: CNN Who speaks for Hamas in ceasefire talks? With a possible Gaza ceasefire deal coming by week's end, CNN's Audie Cornish speaks with senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy and a former adviser to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas Ghaith Al Omari about who speaks for Hamas. 01:51 - Source: CNN Trump told donors he threatened to bomb Moscow on Putin call Donald Trump told a private gathering of donors last year that he once sought to deter Russian President Vladimir Putin from attacking Ukraine by threatening to 'bomb the sh*t out of Moscow' in retaliation, according to audio provided to CNN. The audio was obtained by Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager and Isaac Arnsdorf, who detailed some of the exchanges in their new book, '2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America.' The Trump campaign declined to comment on the content of the tapes. 01:36 - Source: CNN
BBC News
09-07-2025
- BBC News
Arrest after man dragged down Blackburn road by vehicle
A man has been arrested after a pedestrian was dragged along a road by a vehicle in Blackburn and taken to hospital for treatment. Lancashire Police said the man in his 50s, whose injuries were "not thought to be life-changing or threatening", was struck and pulled down the road at about 02:20 BST on Preston New Road.A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm, the force said. Eyewitnesses, passing drivers, or people with footage from between 02:10 and 02:25 have been urged to contact police. A Lancashire Police spokesman said patrols in the area had been stepped up "as a precaution"."We know this may be concerning to hear about, but we want to reassure you that an investigation is under way," they said. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Lancashire on Sounds and follow BBC Lancashire on Facebook, X and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
The Independent
01-07-2025
- The Independent
Collapsed tree that killed girl, 7, held up by supports since 1990s: councillor
A tree collapse in Chalkwell Park, Southend-on-Sea, resulted in the death of a seven-year-old girl. Four other children were injured in the incident, with a six-year-old girl remaining in critical condition. A senior councillor recalled the tree had been supported by wooden structures since the 1990s, later replaced by metal ones. Eyewitnesses, including members of a cricket team, attempted to lift the fallen tree to rescue the trapped children. Police are investigating the incident, and an area has been set up for tributes.
