A trio of Hinckley shops have been banned from selling alcohol following a surprise visit from officers. A team from the Hinckley and Blaby Neighbourhood Policing Area (NPA) attended back in September 2021 as part of planned warrants under the forces’ Operation Impose – targeting criminality in the area and across county lines. As a result of the enforcement, four people were arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods. They were released under investigation and the enquiry is continuing. Following the arrests, the force recommended to Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council that the licenses of the premises be reviewed. This was because it was suspected the stores had failed to adhere to their licensing condition of prevention of crime and disorder. At the review hearing – which was held back in November 2021 by Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council – the force presented their findings, and it was determined that one premise was to have its alcohol license revoked, and one premise was to have their alcohol license suspended for three months. The third surrendered its license prior to the hearing. Rugby Road Wine Cellars, Rugby Road, Hinckley: A decision was made by the committee to revoke the premises alcohol license in its entirety. ST Stores, Rugby Road, Hinckley: A decision was made to suspend the premises alcohol license until 4 April 2022, when it will be reviewed again. Derby Road Post Office, Derby Road, Hinckley: The premise license holder surrendered his alcohol premise license prior to the license hearing. Derby Road post office and Rugby Road wine cellar will have to reapply for a new license if they wish to sell alcohol again. PC Sarah Francis-Lang from the Hinckley and Blaby Neighbourhood Policing area said: “This decision was taken by the council, following a recommendation from us following the enforcement action. “No appeals were made following the review in November and the decisions made by the committee are in force at the stores. “We will take all reports of criminality seriously. Having an alcohol license is a privilege and something that is always under constant review.” A woman, 44 and two men aged 56 and 53 were arrested on suspicion of handing stolen goods, along with a 16-year-old girl. They are all released under investigation.

A Leicester man who was involved in a ram raid at a shop in Wigston has been sentenced after pleading guilty to his part in the incident. Lee Smith was arrested within days of the incident after enquiries led officers to him but he was released from custody due to insufficient evidence. However, after a thorough examination of a mobile phone found when he was arrested officers were able to secure evidence linking 21-year-old Smith to items stolen during the incident. Smith was re-arrested and subsequently charged with burglary (other than dwelling). At a hearing last month Smith of Arnesby Crescent pleaded guilty to the offence and today (Thursday 17 February) he was sentenced to 18 months in prison, suspended for two years. He was also ordered to carry out 100 hours unpaid work. During the evening of Tuesday 22 September 2020, a car was driven into the front window of Superdrug in Bell Street. Four men were seen getting out of the car with holdalls which they used to steal a large quantity of perfume from the premises. The Nissan Almera was then driven away and later found burnt out in the Saffron Lane area of Leicester. Detective Sergeant Paul Woods from Harborough and Wigston CID, said: “Throughout the interviews with Smith he remained silent but the evidence we obtained from his phone left him no choice but to plead guilty at court. “When he was arrested he initially claimed the phone didn’t belong to him but after examination it was clear that it was in fact Smith’s phone. “We are pleased that he has been convicted for his part in the offence and our investigations to identify others that were involved remains ongoing. “If anyone has any information which may assist in moving the investigation forward they are encouraged to get in touch. Any information, no matter how insignificant it may sound could help.” Anyone who can help is asked to contact 101 or report via www.leics.police.uk, quoting crime number 20*499567. #LeicsPolice #Wigston

Two men who died following a collision on the A46 near the Six Hills junction have been named by police. They are believed to be Saqib Hussain, 21, and Mohammed Hashim Ijazuddin, 21, both from Banbury, Oxfordshire. They died following the collision which happened at around 1.30am on Friday 11 February. Support is being provided to the families of Mr Hussain and Mr Ijazuddin at this time. Formal identification has not yet been carried out. Five people have been charged with murder in connection with the incident. Raees Jamal, 21, of Lingdale Close, Leicester, and Rekan Karwan, 28, of Tomlin Road, Leicester, were both charged today (Tuesday) with murder. They have been remanded into custody to appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court tomorrow. Natasha Akhtar, 21, of Alum Rock Road, Birmingham; Ansreen Bukhari, 45, and Mahek Bukhari, 22, both of George Eardley Close, Stoke, were charged on Monday with murder They appeared in front of Leicester magistrates today. A 20-year-old man arrested on Friday on suspicion of murder, has been released from police custody with no further action to be taken.

Over 500 penalty notices have been handed out in the last 12 months to drivers parking illegally around schools. More than 500 civil penalty notices have been issued to drivers putting the safety of children at risk by parking illegally outside the gates of Leicestershire schools. The penalties have been issued over 12 months by Leicestershire County Council’s two electric camera enforcement cars. They patrol 167 schools at picking up and dropping off times on a regular basis. Schools with persistent safety concerns are visited with extra frequency to try and improve driver behaviour and tackle issues around inconsiderate parking. Between January 2021 and January 2022, 501 penalties were issued to the keepers of vehicles parked on school ‘keep clear’ markings across the whole county. This number is substantially up on previous years. Using automatic number plate recognition technology (ANPR), the cars collect the necessary evidence to issue a £70 Penalty Charge Notice (PCN) where an offence takes place. The cars are equipped with an intelligent enforcement system that uses GPS to recognise where restrictions begin and end as the vehicle is driven though a restriction zone. All funds generated are put towards running the camera cars. “We know that parking around certain schools in the council is a long running issue for parents, children and teachers and would encourage everyone to park safely and considerately. As these figures show, we will penalise those who park dangerously or without care for others- handing out almost two fines for every school day in the last year. When on the school run, consider using different ways to travel such as walking or cycling, if you can, to help relieve this problem and contribute towards the greener county we’re all aiming for. If you do need to drive, please remember to park safely and with care and consideration.” Councillor Ozzy O'Shea, cabinet member for highways, transportation and flooding School keep clear markings (zig zags) are designed to keep the space outside of schools free from parked vehicles so that children can be seen more easily when crossing the road. The first priority on the roads around schools is the safety of children. The enforcement of the school keep clear markings aims to help change parking behaviour, resulting in safer roads for all.

City councillors are being asked to back proposals to award the Honorary Freedom of the City to Leicester City Football Club (LCFC). The accolade is the highest civic honour the council can bestow and recognises the contribution that recipients have made to the City of Leicester. The council is being asked to grant the freedom of the city to the club in recognition of the honour and distinction brought to Leicester as a result of its sporting achievements, and in appreciation of its commitment to local communities. The award is governed by legislation and requires the approval of the full council. The proposal will be put to councillors at a special meeting that will take place on 23 February. Councillors will also be asked to approve the introduction of a new civic honour – The City of Leicester Award. It is proposed that the first recipients of the accolade should be LCFC chairman Khun Aiyawatt Srivaddhanapraba, and his late father and former chairman Khun Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha. The City of Leicester Award will recognise individuals whose outstanding achievements have had a positive and wide-reaching impact on the city,and who have been a source of inspiration to its residents. Recipients will have contributed to the educational, cultural, civic or economic life of the city, or through their achievements gained the city wider recognition. Unlike the freedom of the city award, this new civic honour is for individuals only and can be awarded posthumously. Khun Vichai became Chairman of LCFC in 2010, following its takeover by a Thai-led consortium which he led. He made significant investments in the club which saw them return to the Premier League in 2013/14 as the Championship title winners. The club then went on to achieve its historic Premier League title win in 2015/16, despite pre-season odds of 5,000/1. During his time as chairman, Khun Vichai invested in both the club and the local community, personally donating more than £4 million to different causes. Sadly, on Saturday 27 October 2018, he died in a helicopter accident, alongside four others, outside King Power Stadium. The Foxes Foundation, formed in 2011/12 was renamed The Vichai Srivaddhanaprabha Foundation in Khun Vichai’s honour, and it continues to provide significant support for local charities. His son Khun Aiyawatt, vowed to continue his father’s legacy, and in May 2021, the club had its first FA Cup success. This means LCFC has now won every major honour in English football - the Premier League, the FA Cup and the League Cup. Another win followed when the FA Community Shield was secured in August 2021. The club has also enjoyed success with the women’s team, which won the Women's Championship in April 2021, sealing promotion to the FA Women's Super League in the process. Alongside the work of the foundation, the club makes an invaluable contribution to the city through the Leicester City Football Club Community Trust, where it uses football to inspire individuals to reach their full potential. Leicester City Mayor Sir Peter Soulsby said: “There is no doubt that LCFC’s sporting achievements have raised the profile and reputation of our city across the globe in a hugely beneficial way. The club’s commitment to the local community is also very evident. The Honorary Freedom of the City is the highest award the city can give, and this proposal is a fitting way to celebrate their hard work.” Lord Mayor of Leicester Cllr Deepak Bajaj said: “The proposed new civic award complements the Honoured Citizen award, which has been recognising local people making a difference to their community for around 20 years. “The City of Leicester Award will acknowledge an individual’s outstanding performance in their given field, which will have resulted in demonstrable benefits to the city and inspired its residents. “I can think of no more-worthy recipients for this prestigious new honour than Khun Vichai and Khun Aiyawatt, and will be delighted to give the proposal my backing. Both proposals will be considered when full council meets at City Hall, Charles Street, from 4.50pm on Wednesday 23 February. Leicester City Council News 15/02/22

Three women appeared in court this morning after they were charged with murdering two men who died in a crash on the A46 last Friday. Ansreen Bukhari, (45), and 22-year-old Mahek Bukhari, both of George Eardley Close, Stoke, and Natasha Akhtar, (21), of Alum Rock Road, Birmingham appeared at Leicester Magistrates’ Court this morning. All 3 are charged with murdering two men named in court today as Mohamed Hashim Ijazuddin and Saqib Hussain. All 3 were remanded in custody and will appear before a judge at Leicester Crown Court tomorrow, (Wednesday, February 16). 🔴 Updated News 15/02/22 15:00 Two men have been charged with murder following a fatal collision on the A46 in the early hours of Friday morning (11 February). Raees Jamal, 21, of Lingdale Close, Loughborough, and Rekan Karwan, 28, of Tomlin Road, Leicester, have both been charged with murder in connection with the incident which happened at around 1.30am on Friday on the A46 just before the Six Hills junction. The incident involved a silver Skoda Fabia which had left the carriageway. Two men who were inside the car were pronounced dead at the scene. Following initial enquiries into the collision, two other cars were reported to have been travelling in the area at the same time of the collision – a grey Audi TT and a blue Seat Leon. The men charged have been remanded into custody and are due to appear at Leicester Magistrates Court tomorrow (Weds). Natasha Akhtar, 21, of Alum Rock Road, Birmingham; Ansreen Bukhari, 45, and Mahek Bukhari, 22, both of George Eardley Close, Stoke, were yesterday (Mon) charged with murder to appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court today. A 20-year-old man, arrested on Friday on suspicion of murder, has since been released from police custody with no further action to be taken.

Cucumber sandwiches and mad hats at the ready! It’s going to be a platinum year all round with Age UK Leicester Leicestershire & Rutland. Not only is the Queen celebrating her incredible reign of 70 years, but Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland is also proud to be sharing the royal celebrations with their own Platinum Anniversary and they have a fun packed year of exciting events and activities to match. The year when Queen Elizabeth came to the throne in 1952 was also the year that Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland (formerly National Old People's Welfare Committee (NOPWC) then Age Concern Leicester 1972 and subsequently Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland 2010) started to provide exceptional support for local older people living in the city, county and Rutland, and they haven’t stopped since. Not only have they been supporting the people of Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland for 70 years, but they have also grown to be the largest independent local Age UK in England. The demand for their services has grown exponentially since 1952 and they are tremendously proud of their achievements, especially during the last 2 years when they’ve been a lifeline for thousands of local older people. From home care, dementia support, day centres, carers support, information, and advice through to befriending, they deliver a plethora of services to local people, and demand is higher than ever. Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland’s Executive Director Tony Donovan said ‘We are immensely proud of our services, staff and the people of our wonderful city and counties, and with the Queen’s Platinum Anniversary coinciding with our own milestone anniversary makes this the most special of years as we can celebrate the Double Platinum. Older people in our communities are struggling more than ever – there is real hardship out there, especially with the cost of living and energy prices increasing, the future can seem bleak. This year will be a great way to highlight our work and reach those people who need us now more than ever while also being able to raise vital funds enabling us to continue serving local older people for the next 70 years +’. If you’re planning a Platinum celebration in 2022, then why not raise some money along the way! Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland will be launching their year of celebrations throughout 2022 on their website and social media pages (Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn) plus you can also request the ‘Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland’s Mad Hatter 7-Tea Party’ fundraising packs. For more information or details about Age UK Leicester Shire & Rutland’s Platinum celebrations please visit www.ageukleics.org.uk, email fundraising@ageukleics.org.uk or call 0116 299 2233.

Emergency services were called just after 8.30 this morning after a construction tipper truck collided into a house on Leicester Road in Fleckney. The house on the corner of Park Street and Leicester Road is severely damaged after the tipper truck ran into the front of the house. The entrance to the new housing development site is directly opposite to the damaged house. No injuries have been reported. The road remains closed to allow recovery of the lorry. Credit - BBC East Midlands Today

Three people have been charged with murder following a fatal collision on the A46 in the early hours of Friday morning (11 February). Police were called to a road traffic collision at around 1.30am, just before the Six Hills junction. The incident involved a silver Skoda Fabia which had left the carriageway. Two men who were inside the car were pronounced dead at the scene. Following initial enquiries into the collision, two other cars were reported to have been travelling in the area at the same time of the collision – a grey Audi TT and a blue Seat Leon. Three women have now been charged with murder. Natasha Akhtar, 21, of Alum Rock Road, Birmingham; Ansreen Bukhari, 45, and Mahek Bukhari, 22, both of George Eardley Close, Stoke, will be appearing at Leicester Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Tuesday). A 20-year-old man, arrested on Friday on suspicion of murder, has since been released from police custody with no further action to be taken. Two more arrests have been made today. Two men, aged 21 and 27, from Leicester, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are in police custody. 🔴 PLEASE NOTE: The person or people named in this post have been charged with an offence(s) and will be appearing in court. Nothing should be posted that could prejudice upcoming proceedings and care should be taken over any comment made. Leicestershire Police News 14/02/22

Melton and Rutland welcome a familiar face back to the area with new Commander Born and bred in Melton, Inspector Lindsey Booth is back in the neighbourhood policing area but this time as the officer in charge. To welcome Insp Booth means a goodbye to outgoing NPA Commander Audrey Danvers, now a Chief Inspector for local policing. Inspector Lindsey Booth takes over NPA Commander role for Melton and Rutland Insp Booth, who joined the force in 1995, said: ”It feels good to be back in Melton and Rutland. I’ve been based here on many occasions throughout my service and I think I have worked on every beat as a young officer across the whole neighbourhood policing area. “I live locally so I have a vested interest in making the area the best it can be. I have links in with the local communities and partners and I’m looking forward to building on them.” Insp Booth was working in the NPA until last June as the deputy commander – working under C/Insp Danvers – so knows the dynamic of the team. “I was there for 18 months as the deputy, working with the teams across different shifts, everyone knows me so I’m hoping to build on that relationship with them.” Wanting to get straight into the issues she knows are affecting the community, Insp Booth said: “I want to make a big impact on rural crime, engaging with the community, along with addressing the ASB in Melton town centre and continue to work on the good work already going on in Rutland to reduce speeding. C/Insp Danvers is taking on a new challenge after almost two years at newly formed Melton and Rutland NPA under a re-structure of the force in March 2020. “I’ve loved my time in Melton and Rutland and coming in at the time I did, meant I had a lot more control over the team and what resources I used where, depending on demand – which was a great way to come in. “The whole team has such great local knowledge over the two areas and are all very dedicated to the area and making it as good as it can be – I couldn’t have asked for any more. “It was a strange time with Covid-19 hitting just as I took over which made it a strange transition, but everyone worked so well together, making the best of the situation, getting to grips with the new Covid regulations. “Setting up new working practices with partners during this time was challenging but ultimately very rewarding – we were all in the same boat with having to stay apart and we found our way through, keeping the community at the centre of our thoughts.” C/Insp Danvers will be working in the local policing and partnerships directorate. She said: “I’m honoured to have the opportunity to be working higher up in the directorate and I’m excited to get started.” Leicestershire Police News 14/02/22

PC Mark Arjoo is bidding the force farewell after 30 years of dedicated service. Born and bred in neighbouring Derbyshire to an English mum and Mauritian dad, he joined the force here in Leicestershire just shy of 20 years old, having always wanted to be a serving officer. After passing out of training college, PC Arjoo was posted to Coalville, where he completed his two-year probationary period before moving to Ashby as a response officer in 1994. A stint as a public order officer followed, policing many large events including demonstrations, marches, football matches, incidents of disorder and the odd Royal visit or two. In addition, he spent 12 months on the Tactical Support Group based at Force Headquarters, before returning to Ashby in 2003. The following year he became the Dedicated Neighbourhood Officer for Ashby de la Zouch, where he spent the next, 17 years. He said: “I chose not to go to university as I wanted to try and get straight into the police service. It was always my ambition and my parents fully supported me. I did have two jobs prior to that – one in a book publishing company in the day, and then another in the evenings and weekends, working as a swimming teacher.” PC Arjoo, whose last day with the force is Tuesday (15 February) said he had originally planned to join Derbyshire Police but a recruitment freeze meant he had to change his plans at the last minute. However, he added: “I’ve never regretted it for a moment.” Asked what the highlights of his career are, PC Arjoo reals off a long list, starting with policing the G8 Summits in Birmingham and Gleneagles, Scotland, the Olympic Torch Relay through Leicester and the fantastic street party in Ashby to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. He goes on to add some Leicester City Champions League matches, and seeing the Queen and Prince Phillip in person during their visit to Leicester on Maundy Thursday. He also said he had the “honour” of laying a wreath at the 2021 Ashby Remembrance Day Parade. “I’m very proud to have received my Long Service and Good Conduct medal in 2012, and to have been nominated for Leicestershire Beat Bobby of the Year in 2014. I’m also honoured to have been awarded both The Queen's Golden and Diamond Jubilee medals. “There have been many moments to enjoy and celebrate over the years and there have been moments of extreme difficulty, such as the disorder in 2011 and the murder of Kayleigh Haywood, as well as losing two of my colleagues, Bryan Moore and Andy Munn in tragic circumstances. But I’m lucky enough to have had the support of colleagues, my parents, late grandfather and friends both within and outside the force who have helped me through. “I feel incredibly lucky that I’ve had a good career, and although I've frequently had to deal with the negative side of life, I’ve met many fantastic people who have shown the good side of human nature. “To anyone who has just joined or is thinking about joining the police, the advice I would give to them is that although it’s a tough job and you have to be resilient and remain grounded - remember that you are a member of the public doing the job of a police officer, be approachable, communicative and willing to listen, and treat everyone with respect, tolerance, and how you'd want to be treated.” He added: “I always wanted to be a community bobby – it’s where my heart has always been. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed getting to know the people in my area, gaining their trust and helping to solve problems but I felt now was the right time to retire. I’m looking forward to walks in the Peak District and watching more cricket.” Sergeant Nick Leeland from the North West Dedicated Neighbourhood Team has worked with Mark for many years and thanked him for his long and dedicated service. He said: “Mark is well liked by his parishioners and has a brilliant relationship with them - he will be very much missed as the face of Ashby. I’ve known him for over 20 years and he is one of the nicest people I’ve had the pleasure of working with. I wish him well in his retirement and for the future.” Interested in joining Leicestershire Police? Visit our website to find out more. #TeamLeicestershire trailer. Leicestershire Police News

Leicestershire Police are appealing for the whereabouts of a bike stolen outside a shop in Leicester. A green Cube bike was stolen outside a shop in Gipsy Lane, near to the junction with Catherine Street, at around 4.45pm on Thursday 3 February. A man who was seen riding off on the bike is described as white, wearing all black with a black hat. He was last seen travelling in the direction of Kerrysdale Avenue and Barkby Road. Officers are asking anyone who may have witnessed the theft, know of the bikes current whereabouts or has any information about the man responsible to get in touch. Please call 101 or visit the website at www.leics.police.uk quoting 22*68163 to report any information you have.