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A fire at a derelict building in Canterbury has sparked a police investigation. Kent Police are treating the blaze as suspicious and are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

Blaze Hits St George’s Place

The fire broke out at 2.16pm on Saturday 14 February at an abandoned property in St George’s Place. Emergency crews rushed to the scene, helping with road closures and the temporary evacuation of nearby residents while Kent Fire and Rescue Service battled the flames.

Two Teens Arrested Over Arson

Salmonella found in Tesco Grape & Berry Medley

Tesco has urgently recalled its 230g Tesco Grape & Berry Medley after tests revealed the presence of Salmonella. The affected packs have a use-by date of 16 and 17 February 2026.

Health risks and symptoms

Salmonella infection can cause fever, diarrhoea, and painful stomach cramps. If you experience symptoms, it’s important to stay home from work, school, or nursery until 48 hours after symptoms stop to avoid passing the infection on.

What to do if you bought this product

Drivers, steer clear of Beckenham Lane right now! A car has gone the wrong way, sparking major delays.

Emergency Crews Rush to the Scene

Firefighters from the London Fire Brigade arrived quickly with cutting tools to make the vehicle and area safe. The incident happened around 11am on 17th February 2026.

Road Closures and Bus Disruptions

Beckenham Lane was closed briefly, causing a short bus diversion. Thankfully, no serious injuries are reported.

“I’m hoping everyone involved is okay,” a witness said.

A cement truck driver thought he could get away with texting behind the wheel at 50mph on the busy M25. Not on the Met Police’s watch!

Met Police Snaps Dangerous Driver

Officers from the Met Police Road Policing Command caught the man red-handed using his phone while driving. It’s a dangerous stunt that could cost lives.

Six Points and a £200 Fine for Risky Behaviour

The consequences hit hard. The reckless driver got six penalty points slapped on his licence plus a hefty £200 fine. A clear warning to others: don’t text and drive.

Afternoon Gunfire Sparks Panic on Copeland Road

At 3.10pm on Saturday, February 14, chaos erupted on Copeland Road as police rushed to reports of gunshots. Thankfully, no one was injured, but the culprits fled the scene before officers arrived, leaving the area rattled and on edge.

Teenager Fatally Stabbed Near Heaton Road in Evening Horror

Police have issued an urgent appeal to help locate a missing teenager from Milton Keynes, with officers expressing concern for her welfare.

Wiktoria, aged 15, was last seen on Monday, 16 February 2026 in the Eaglestone area of Milton Keynes. Thames Valley Police say enquiries are ongoing to trace her whereabouts as quickly as possible.

She is described as being approximately 5ft 4in tall with long dark hair. When last seen, she was believed to be wearing a black puffer coat and a grey tracksuit.

Gerald Martin, 76, a disgraced funeral director serving a 20-year sentence for abusing teenage boys, has died behind bars. He passed away on 28 January 2026 at HMP Wymott near Leyland.

Grim Past Revealed

Martin, from Hartlepool, was convicted in 2016 of 14 offences. These included indecent assault, false imprisonment, and crimes now classified as rape and attempted rape. His victims were five boys aged between 12 and 15, abused during the late 1970s, 1980s, and mid-1990s.

Detectives have named the man fatally stabbed in Croydon early Sunday morning.

Police were called to Hesterman Way, Croydon, just after 1:15am on Sunday 15 February, following reports of a stabbing. Officers and paramedics found three men wounded. Tragically, 22-year-old Lorik Abazi was rushed to the hospital but died despite emergency efforts.

His family, supported by specialist officers, paid tribute to Lorik:

“Lorik was a caring, smart young man with a good sense of humour and his whole future ahead of him.

Deadly Fire Rips Through a Spanish Block

Five young people have died in a devastating fire that erupted in a storage space inside a residential block in north-east Spain. The blaze broke out late Monday night in Manlleu, a town about 50 miles north of Barcelona.

Alarm Raised as Flames Engulf Converted Storage Space

Catalonia’s fire brigade reported that residents alerted them shortly after 9pm local time. The fire raged through a five-storey building, sparking a frantic rescue effort. Four others were injured in the blaze.

Warning from UKHSA: Freezing temperatures threaten vulnerable people’s lives, with snow and heavy rain set to cause chaos across the country.

UKHSA Issues Cold Weather Health Alert

A cold health alert is in force across large swathes of England, running from 6am Friday to 8am Monday. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) warns the plunging temps will put vulnerable groups at greater risk and push healthcare services to their limits.