Detectives have begun an investigation after an armed robbery at store in New Parks this morning. Police were called to the store at 7.08am this morning (Thursday 2 July) following a report two masked men had entered the premises threatening staff. One of the men was reported to be holding what was reported to have been a pistol. A staff member was struck to the head and sustained minor injuries. The men made off on foot towards Samson Road with a quantity of cash. Detective

An investigation is taking place following a fatal collision in Ellistown – and officers are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Police were called to Victoria Road just before 6pm yesterday (Wednesday 1 July) following a report of a collision involving a motorcycle and a grey Fiat Ducato horsebox van. The motorcyclist – a man in his 50s – was pronounced dead at the scene. Three people who were in the van were not injured. No arrests were made and enquiries

Baroness Valerie Amos has today (Tuesday 30 June) published the findings of the National Maternity and Neonatal Investigation. This includes an individual report for University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust (UHL) and national recommendations designed to improve maternity and neonatal services across England. We accept the findings of our Trust report and are committed to helping to deliver the national recommendations. Trusts involved were selected based on a range of fact

Hundreds of families supported in last decade by specialist foster team A pioneering fostering support team is celebrating a decade of helping families stay strong in Leicestershire. Established in the summer of 2016, the Dedicated Placement Support Team (DPST) has played a vital role in supporting more than 700 families over the years. The Leicestershire County Council service aims to strengthen relationships by offering practical support to young people in care, foster care

Cycle into Leicester on Thursday (2 July) and you could tuck into a free fruit breakfast! There’s also the chance to take advantage of a free bike check, and win prizes and rewards. It’s all for Leicester’s Cycle to Work Day, which encourages people to get on their bikes and discover just how easy and enjoyable a pedal-powered commute can be. A programme of events will take place throughout the day on Town Hall Square, starting with a free Bikers’ Breakfast from 8am to 10am.

A man has died following a collision on the M1 on Sunday (28 June). Police were called at 8am following a report of a collision involving a red Ford Focus and grey BMW 5 Series just north of junction 20, for Lutterworth. The driver of the focus – a man in his 60s – was taken to hospital but sadly died yesterday (Tuesday 30 June). The BMW driver, who is also in his 60s, suffered injuries that were not life-threatening or life-changing. An investigation, led by officers from ou

Leicester Road in Glen Parva (A426) - is closed in both directions from Red House Road to Dorothy Avenue due to a Road traffic collision this morning. Please avoid the area or find alternative routes. It’s reported that the Air ambulance service is in attendance. This collision involves a motorcyclist. Update. 14:00 Recovery is now taking place. Pictures by Leicester Media Online

Multiple fire crews from Leicestershire Fire and rescue service are tackling a fire on the fourth floor of Alexandra House on Rutland Street in Leicester in morning. This incident is ongoing, and will cause disruption to motorists and pedestrians in the city centre - please factor this in to your travel plans, and expect delays. Rutland Street and Wimbledon Street is currently closed. A spokesperson for Leicestershire Fir and Rescue service said: "At 10:23am, Leicestershire F

A 26-year-old man has been charged following a collision on the A46 yesterday morning (Monday 29 June). Niks Rogacs, of Acacia Close, Leicester, has been charged with the following offences and is due to appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court today (Tuesday): One count of causing serious injury by dangerous driving One count of theft of a motor vehicle One count of using a motor vehicle on a road/public place without third party insurance The charges relate to a collision inv