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Two teenagers killed and one seriously injured in horror crash

A West Yorkshire Police officer has lost his job after a man complained his head was stamped on during an arrest.

Police officer who stamped on man’s head during arrest sacked

Wigton Moor Primary School in Alwoodley, Leeds, which warned staff with an email, seen by the YEP.

Threatening e-mail forces schools into lockdown

West Yorkshire police have launched an appeal

Boy, 12 killed after being hit by vehicle on motorway

Police have now named the victims as Katie Higton (27) and Steven Harnett (25) from Huddersfield.

Double murder inquiry launched after man and woman found dead at house

PC Sharon Beshenivsky was killed while on duty in Bradford in 2005. Picture: West Yorkshire Police/PA Wire

Man extradited from Pakistan charged with murder of PC in 2005

Wakefield Wines

Wakey Wines viral TikTok shop owner responds after police drugs raid

You should only call 999 if a serious offence is in progress or has just been committed, someone is in immediate danger or harm, property is in danger of being damaged or a serious disruption to the public is likely. Call 101 to report other incidents.

Woman told off after dialling 999 over missing UberEats order

Adults reminisce on their childhood dream jobs – with police officer topping the...

Skelton Skips in Leeds

Police discover human remains at waste recycling plant

If you’re in an emergency situation and need to contact the police, but it’s too dangerous to speak, then the Silent Solution system can aid you in getting help without needing to talk (Photo: Shutterstock)

This is how to effectively make ‘silent’ 999 calls when you’re in danger - accor...