A gang of six men left a 14-year-old boy “shaken” after they attacked him and stole his wallet near a park. Police are appealing for a number of potential witnesses to come forward after the incident occurred in Rickmansworth Road, near to Cassiobury Park, Watford, at around 5.20pm on Sunday, February 25. The victim was approached by a group of six men who started a conversation with him before demanding money from him. They then assaulted him and took his wallet, which contained bank cards and a small amount of cash. The thieves made off along Metropolitan Station Approach in the direction of the tube station. PC Jon Holmes, who is leading the investigation, believes a number of people may have seen the attack take place. He said: “The victim was not injured as a result of his ordeal but was left understandably shaken by what happened. I want to reassure him and the wider community that my team and I are working hard to bring those responsible to justice. … [Read more...] about Gang of six men rob 14-year-old boy near park
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Parents pay tribute to their ‘loving, kind-hearted’ son as 14-year-old boys set to appear in court again this week
Two 14-year-old boys from Watford will appear at court again on Thursday following the murder of an 18-year-old. The boys and a 16-year-old girl from Hemel Hempstead will appear at Luton Crown Court on Thursday. This follows a hearing at Hatfield Remand Court today. They have all been charged with joint enterprise murder after a teenager was found with serious leg injuries and died in Westfield Road in Berkhamsted on Friday night. Police have named the victim as Jordan Carter. His parents have paid tribute to their son. Jordan lived with his mother Nicola and his two brothers Leon, 13, and Connor, 17. His mother Nicola said: "Jordan was a joker and would always have us laughing with the things he said. He had a great sense of humour. He loved his music and and was a loving, kind-hearted boy." Jordan's father Ian, who lives in Hemel Hempstead, added: "Jordan had a heart of gold and was very loyal to his family. He was always good with younger children and I always … [Read more...] about Parents pay tribute to their ‘loving, kind-hearted’ son as 14-year-old boys set to appear in court again this week
Officer keeps job after punching 14-year-old boy during school fisticuffs
A police constable who kneed a 14-year-old boy in the stomach and punched him the face has been allowed to keep his job after being found guilty of gross misconduct. PC Kehinde Meshe has been handed a final written warning following an incident at a school in south-east London on 29 April 2015. Meshe, based within the Transformation Directorate, was on duty as a Safer School officer in Blackfriars when he grabbed the boy's arm after he refused to stop taking part in a playground game he considered to be "reckless and disruptive". There was then an altercation between the pair, during which Meshe pushed the boy against a wall and kneed him in the stomach. The pupil then hit Meshe in the face and the officer punched him back before they were pulled apart by school staff. Meshe attended a public misconduct hearing to answer allegations his actions amounted to a breach of the Met's standards of professional behaviour in respect of use of force, authority, respect, courtesy and … [Read more...] about Officer keeps job after punching 14-year-old boy during school fisticuffs
VIDEO: Police appeal after 14-year-old boy shot in Wellingborough
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses after a 14-year-old boy was shot in Wellingborough. The boy was shot after being confronted by three men with their faces covered in what police have described as a 'targeted' attack. The incident happened at about 6.45pm on Sunday (January 28) when the boy was walking along an alleyway leading into Minerva Way. He was confronted by three men who threatened him before shooting him with a firearm, believed to be a shotgun. The three men then left the area and the boy was taken to hospital with injuries. Police have moved to reassure the public that it was an isolated incident and that there is no wider risk to the public. Witnesses or anyone with information should contact police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. … [Read more...] about VIDEO: Police appeal after 14-year-old boy shot in Wellingborough
High school teacher accused of assaulting and performing oral sex on 14-year-old boy
A New York high school teacher is facing trial for allegedly assaulting and performing oral sex on a teenage student. Dori Myers has been charged on two counts – criminal sexual act in the second degree and endangering the welfare of a child. The 29-year-old, who teaches social science at The New School for Leadership and the Arts in Kingsbridge, New York City, has also been accused of massaging the 14-year-old victim, which was witnessed by a fellow teacher. Myers was arrested on Friday, 19 January, night after the victim – believed to be her student – told another student about the alleged encounter, who later informed the school authorities. According to the police complaint, the suspected assault took place in Upper Manhattan on 1 November, 2017. The New York Post reported that prosecutors requested for a $50,000 (£36,000) bail for the woman, who also happens to be the wife of the sheriff's deputy, alleging that she "abused her position as a trusted authority … [Read more...] about High school teacher accused of assaulting and performing oral sex on 14-year-old boy