Hot Dog: Canine On The Run After Bites

Transport cops are seeking a “dangerous dog” after a canine bit a young girl and a train guard three months apart.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released these images and are appealing to the public for their assistance in identifying the unknown male train passenger.

They are treating both incidents as a dangerous dog out of control.

A seven year-old girl was bitten by a dog at Henley-on-Thames railway station in Oxfordshire on July 14, last year.

It is believed the same dog was on a Frome to London Paddington service on the evening of October 27, 2022.

A female train guard was walking through the carriage when a dog jumped out of a seat and bit her arm.

Officers believe the man in the images may have information which could help their investigation.

If you recognise him, or have any information, please context BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2200113224.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Death Crash: Covid Scientist Mowed Down Welsh Schoolteacher

Jailed: Ibnu Rizwan

A Covid-19 scientist has been jailed for killing a Welshman in the heart of the Square Mile as he sped in his hired Zip car to beat a red traffic light just after midnight.

Epidemiologist Ibnu Rizwan, 28, collided with schoolteacher David Joseph Evans, 32, as he crossed the Minories on his way to Tower Hill Underground station at 12.37am on August 8, 2021.

The former Cambridge University student, who switched from studying Medicine to the creative arts at London's St. Martin's College suffered a fatal brain injury and died five days later.

Rizwan, of Brightwell Crescent, Wandsworth, who specialises in Covid and monkeypox data was speeding at 30mph in a 20mph zone when he struck Mr Evans as he crossed the road.

He had put his foot down to beat a red traffic light as he drove five friends from a Clapham pub to a Shoreditch club in a VW Polo.

His breath-test was just under the legal drink-drive limit.

Rizwan pleaded guilty at the Old Bailey to causing death by dangerous driving. 

He was sentenced to two years imprisonment and disqualified from driving for four years.

Detective Chief Inspector Colin Bishop, of the City of London Police's Major Crime Team, said: "Rizwan drove over the twenty miles per hour speed limit to try and avoid having to stop at a red light with horrific consequences. 

“He had no consideration for his surroundings, pedestrians and other drivers.

"This case demonstrates the devastating effects that not adhering to speed limits can have, and shows the importance of driving responsibly.

“Our thoughts remain with the victim's family and friends at this difficult time."

Mr Evans, described as a talented artist, musician and actor, had been enjoying televised rugby at the Spit and Sawdust pub, Bermondsey with a friend.

He waited on the kerb for approximately seven seconds as three cars passed and then hurried across the road, where Rizwan had around 1.28 seconds to see him.

The VW's speed was “likely to be higher” than 30mph, the court was told.

Judge Nigel Lickley acknowledged “moving” statements from Mr Evans' family.

“He was undoubtedly a very talented and much-loved man. He had his whole life ahead of him and he will not be forgotten.”

Female Passenger Molested On Northern Line Train

Police have released this grainy CCTV image of a suspected Underground train sex pest after a female passenger was molested last summer.

British Transport Police (BTP) are treating the complaint as a sexual assault.

At approximately 8.35pm on July 11, last year the victim was travelling on a southbound Northern Line Underground tube train when an unknown male passenger began staring at her.

As he left the train at Stockwell, he sexually assaulted her.

The man is believed to have travelled to Brixton.

Officers have now obtained this CCTV image of a man they think may be able to help with their investigation and are appealing to the public in an attempt to identify him.

If you recognise him or have any information please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 673 of 11/07/2022. 

Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Woman Kicked Unconscious In Train Station

Transport cops are hunting this suspected violent thug after a woman was dragged through a railway station's ticket barriers and kicked unconscious.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released these CCTV images of the unknown male and are appealing for the assistance of the public to identify him.

At 11.30pm on October 14, last year a man dragged a woman through the automatic barriers at Chelmsford station, Essex.

He repeatedly kicked her in the head, leaving her unconscious in the ticket hall.

The man then left the location as people at the station called an ambulance for the victim.

Officers believe the man in the CCTV images may have information which could help their investigation.

If you recognise him, or have any information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2200106282.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Dress You Up: Mystery Woman Wanted For Train Sexual Assault

Police are hunting this woman – dressed in a gaudy mini-dress – after a member of railway staff was molested on a moving train.

British Transport Police (BTP) have released the CCTV image and are appealing to members of the public to identify her.

They have not revealed if the victim was male or female, but have confirmed they are treating the complaint as a sexual assault.

At just before 8.00pm on July 30 the employee was working on a London-bound service when they say they were molested by an unknown female.

The suspect then departed at the train at East Croydon station.

Officers believe the woman in the CCTV image may have information which could help their investigation.

If you recognise her, or have any information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2200076629.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Train Passenger Beaten And Robbed Of Jacket

Police are hunting these suspects after a train passenger was punched and kicked and had his jacket taken.

British Transport Police (BTP) are treating the incident as a robbery.

They have released this CCTV image of four young males they wish to question regarding their investigation.

Officers are appealing for the assistance of the public in identifying them.

The victim was travelling westbound on a train from Slough, Berkshire on September 28 when he was approached by four unknown males who tried to engage him in conversation.

As he left the train at Burnham station, Buckinghamshire the victim was attacked by the four young men, who kicked and punched him. 

One of the young men took his jacket and wore it as they left.

Officers believe the men in the CCTV images may have information which could help their investigation.

If you recognise them or have any information please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 482 of 28/09/2022. 

Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

New Year Murder Investigation: 39 Year-old Woman Killed In West London

Police have begun a murder investigation in suburban west London after a 39 year-old woman was found dead in her home on New Year's Eve.

Officers were called at 10.13am on Saturday, December 31 to a house in Willenhall Drive, Hayes.

London Ambulance Service paramedics also attended to the woman, who had suffered serious injuries, and she was pronounced dead at the scene.

The woman is believed to be the address's resident, Stephanie Hanson and her family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

A 29 year-old male, who was known to her, was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.

A special post-mortem investigation is scheduled for Monday, January 2.

Detective Chief Inspector Neil John, of the Metropolitan Police's Specialist Crime Command said: "My thoughts are with Stephanie's family.

"They have suffered an unimaginable loss and we will give them every support.

"I know that this incident will have shocked people in the local community.

"While our investigation is still in its initial stages I am confident that we are not looking for any further suspects and that there is no continuing risk to residents or the wider public.

"As we work to build a picture of what happened to Stephanie we would be interested to hear from anyone who knew her, had seen or spoken to her recently and who feels they may have information to assist our investigation.

"We are also appealing for anyone who lives or was driving in the immediate vicinity of Willenhall Drive in Hayes to come forward if they have CCTV or dash cams that were operating between the Morning of Friday, December 30 and the morning of Saturday, December 31."

Anyone with information can call 101, giving the reference 2143/31DEC or anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Bad Penny: Coin Drop Predator Molests Female Train Passenger

Up To No Hood: Suspect

A female train passenger was followed by an unknown male and molested when he bent down to pick up a coin near her feet.

The victim was approached by the man at approximately 9.20pm on Wednesday, September 21 on the platform of
Windsor & Eton Riverside station, Berkshire.

He began chatting with her and they both boarded a train travelling towards Staines.

The male deliberately sat opposite the woman at a table seat, continuously staring at her before getting up and walking to the next carriage.

He then returned to where the woman was sitting and started peering under the table at her legs and up her skirt.

As they approached Staines, the victim heard a coin drop on the floor. 

The man bent down to pick it up and sexually assaulted the victim, before leaving the train.

British Transport Police officers believe the man in the CCTV image may have information which could help their investigation.

If you recognise him, or have any information, please contact BTP by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 2200096778.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Jailed: Heartless Dating Site Conman Who Swindled Women

A married “career fraudster” who scammed four women he met dating online out of over £320,000 has been sentenced to twelve years imprisonment.

Emmanuel Scotts, 55, wooed several women on an internet site and, after gaining their trust, persuaded them to “invest” savings and returned small sums of “interest” to extract more money.

The reality was that Chelsea-based Scotts was manipulating the victims to fund his own lifestyle.

In total, the four victims lost a total of £324,083, with one victim losing £232,969.

Scotts told lie after lie, claiming he was a stockbroker who worked in New York; Paris and London, had been employed by banking giant BNP Paribas and was an entrepreneur who owned a fashion company.

He convinced his victims their investments were guaranteed; risk-free and would deliver high returns, boasting of lucrative opportunities in Hong Kong and elsewhere.

Last year Scotts was jailed for four years for frauds he committed with his wife Behnaz, 52, which funded their penthouse and their children's private educations.

After an eight-week Kingston-upon-Thames Crown Court trial he was convicted of four counts of fraud by false representation, having already pleaded guilty to possessing articles for use in fraud.

He was brought to justice following an investigation by the Dedicated Card and Payment Crime Unit (DCPCU), a specialist police unit made up of officers from the City of London Police and Metropolitan Police Service, and funded by the banking and finance industry.

Acting Detective Chief Inspector David Vint head of the DCPCU, said: “Scotts callously targeted innocent people with romance scams to fund his lifestyle, having no regard for the emotional, psychological and financial impact it would have on them.

“Our officers carried out a tenacious investigation and were able to identify Scotts as the perpetrator and secure charges against him. 

“This is a stark warning to romance fraudsters: we will find you and ensure you are brought to justice.

“We would always urge the public to follow the advice of the Take Five to Stop Fraud campaign and always avoid sending money to someone you’ve never met in person, particularly if you have only recently met online.”

Metropolitan Police Service Detective Inspector Andrew Little, from the DCPCU, said: “Scotts preyed on the emotions of his victims to gain their trust and several victims genuinely believed they were in a meaningful relationship with him.

“Romance fraud is a despicable crime and we hope that the sentence handed down goes some way to helping the victims rebuild their lives and relationships with others.”

The trial judge described Scotts as a “a career fraudster” and confiscation proceedings are ongoing.

Jail For Train Creep Who Molested 15 Year-Old Girl

A train sexual predator, who tried to ply a 15 year-old girl with vodka during a prolonged “sickening attack,” has been locked-up.

Maxim Rowan-Moy, 32, deliberately sat next to the teenager and pursued her along the train carriage as he continued molesting her, even pulling her violently towards him.

Detective Constable Terry Botten, of British Transport Police said: "This was a truly sickening attack against a lone teenage girl by a disgusting predator who sought to violate her for his own sexual gain.

"She has shown immense bravery in supporting this investigation and I’m pleased to see this vile and evidently very dangerous offender behind bars as a result.

"I want to assure women and girls that we are absolutely dedicated to tackling sexual offenders on the railway network and bringing them to justice.”

Rowan-Moy, of Eglinton Hill, Plumstead received two-and-a-half years imprisonment.

He pleaded guilty at Inner London Crown Court to four counts of sexual assault; one count of assault, plus a charge of threatening behaviour.

Rowan-Moy must also sign the Sex Offenders Register for 10 years and comply with a 5-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO).

At 7.45pm on Saturday March 26, the victim was waiting for a train at Dover Priory station when she was approached by Rowan-Moy. 

He asked where she was travelling to before they boarded a train together and sat next to one another.

On the train, Rowan-Moy offered her a bottle of vodka to drink. He then moved closer to her and sexually assaulted her.

The girl got up and attempted to move away from him as he followed her down the carriage and sat next to her again.

He then continued to sexually assault her, violently attempting to pull her closer to him and persistently touching her inappropriately.

A while later, a group of passengers boarded the train and Rowan-Moy got up from his seat to look for his belongings. 

A train guard entered the carriage and stayed with the girl to Rochester station, where staff alerted police.

Officers quickly attended Rochester station and arrested Rowan-Moy, where he pretended to police that he knew the victim.