A 38-year-old man has been jailed for four months for breaching a deportation order and possession of an offensive weapon.
Mujo Lamaj, an Albanian national residing in the Carlton area was detained on Saturday (November 30, 2019) and was detained by Operational Support officers following an intelligence operation to locate him.
He was arrested for possession of an offensive weapon and
immigration offences, following discovery of a baton in the vehicle he was
driving when arrested.
PICTURED: Mujo Lamaj (PHOTO: Notts Police)
He appeared on Monday (December 2) at Nottingham Magistrates’
Court and was sentenced.
Police Sergeant Tim Cuthbert said: “Lamaj is a
notorious and violent person linked to drug dealing, organised crime, and
violence.
“We are pleased with the result to remove him from our
streets and I’d like to thank the officers involved following some superb and
tenacious research.”
A man is due to appear in court charged in connection with a distraction burglary in Arnold.
Garry Hastings, 22, of no fixed address, was charged with burglary last night (Monday, December 2, 2019)
He is due to appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court today (Tuesday, December 3, 2019).
The charge relates to a report of a distraction burglary at a home on Castleton Avenue on November 21, 2019.
It was reported that a man called at the victim’s home saying he was selling items to get some money.
PICTURED: Nottingham Magistrates’ Court
The suspect then asked the victim for a drink of water. He followed her into the house without being invited in.
He left after having a drink but the victim discovered that some cash had been taken from her purse.
Inspector Chris Pearson, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Burglary is a priority for Nottinghamshire Police, with dedicated burglary teams now focused on tackling and reducing burglary in the city and county.
PICTURED: Inspector Chris Pearson (IMAGE: Notts Police)
“We want to reassure the people of Nottinghamshire that we will continue to pursue those committing burglaries and remain committed to catching those responsible and bringing them to justice.”
Insp Pearson added: “Distraction burglars often prey on our most vulnerable residents, tricking their way into homes by making up stories, by pretending to work for an official company or asking for help to try to gain entry.
“We want to remind people to be on their guard, especially if someone you’re not expecting – a man, woman or even a child – knocks on your door.
“Don’t allow anyone without valid identification access to your home and, if you’re unsure, don’t let them in. Keep the chain on the door while talking to them and check with the company that the person is purporting to be from.
“Our advice is always to say no to cold-callers and to report any suspicious activity to police immediately.
“Residents, particularly the elderly and those who live alone, should remain vigilant and ensure that their home is secure at all times.
“We’d also urge those who know people who are potentially at risk, to advise them of the signs, remind them to not let in unexpected callers and what to do if they are targeted.”
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A building society in Arnold is hoping to raise a substantial sum of cash to help the homeless this Christmas by organising a charity raffle.
The Front Street branch of The Nottingham has organised the festive fundraiser to benefit the homelessness charity Framework.
A range of prizes
– donated by the branch team and local businesses – include a chocolate
bouquet, luxury coffee hamper and large cuddly toy.
PICTURED: (L to r)Arnold branch colleagues Lili Moore and Dawn Bradbury with some of the raffle prizes.
Anyone
wanting to buy a ticket priced just £1 (£3 a strip) should pop into the branch
at 62 Front Street before the raffle, which has already raised £200, is drawn
on 21 December.
The
Nottingham has handed over in excess of £50,000 to Framework since it first
began raising funds for the charity in 2011.
Framework
deliver housing, health, employment, support and care services to people with a
diverse range of needs across the East Midlands and beyond and empower them to
move towards a better and more independent future.
A supermarket in Netherfield is backing two charities aiming
to put festive cheer into the lives of disadvantaged children this Christmas.
Morrisons is backing the Bags of Blessings appeal and also
supporting the Great Notts Christmas Toy Appeal.
Bags of Blessings is a newly formed local charity that
delivers toys to children whose families rely on food or clothing banks.
They were very successful last year delivering 335 bags
(each containing 4-5 gifts) to children.
The toy donation station in Morrison’s Netherfield store
People can donate toys, chocolates and other gifts which
will be used to make up the bags that will then be handed out to children
before Christmas.
The store is also supporting The Great Notts Christmas Toy
Appeal, a project that has been running for over 30 years and hands out donated
toys to needy children.
The donation station is in the store now for customers to
use if they want to add anything to the collection.
Morrison’s Netherfield store community champion, Sarah
Jackson, said: “We really want to try and give both charities as many toys as
we can so no child goes without.
Police have launched an appeal after machinery was stolen from Victoria Business Park in Netherfield.
The high-value items were stolen from a fenced area at the park on Friday, November 22, 2019.
The offenders cut fencing to gain entry and removed the equipment from the yard.
Machinery stolen in Netherfield
Detective Sergeant Mike Ebbins, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “Our enquiries into this theft are ongoing and we’re keen to trace these high value items.
“If you have come across any of the items pictured or have been offered any of them for sale then I’d urge you to please get in touch with us.
“If you have any information please call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 607 of 25 November 2019.”
A ‘dangerous’ offender who left a woman with broken bones in a brutal attack has been jailed for 13-and-a-half years.
Shaun Miller repeatedly punched and kicked the woman who was taken to the Queen’s Medical Centre with four broken ribs, a broken nose, a broken eye socket, two black eyes, a cut to her head and damage to her teeth.
The 38-year-old also smashed the woman’s phone in the incident at his former flat in Main Road, Gedling, on April 22, 2019.
Officers were alerted to the incident after the woman sent a picture of her injuries to a friend.
Miller initially denied the offences, but later admitted causing grievous bodily harm with intent, false imprisonment and criminal damage to a mobile phone on the first day of trial on 15 November 2019.
He was sentenced at Nottingham Crown Court yesterday (Friday 29 November) to 13-and-a-half years – three years of which were part of an extended sentence due to past offences.
Detective Constable Louise Donderici, who led the investigation, said: “The judge has classified him as a dangerous offender as he continues to displays an inability to have relationships with women that are not violent and has an unacceptable attitude towards women who do not conform to his will.
“This is a significant sentence for what was a horrific and brutal attack on a woman. I hope this sentence gives the victim some comfort and sense of justice.”
Residents in Arnold are being invited to help put the town on the map with the creation of a perfect pie.
Organisers of the Arnold Pie Competition have cooked up the contest in the hope of finding the perfect recipe that will make the town famous for a savoury snack – like Melton Mowbray.
The competition takes place on Saturday, February 8 at Arnold Methodist Church between 11am-3pm and costs just £3.50 to enter.
People are being encouraged to enter the Arnold Pie Competition
A panel of judges has been assembled and they will put each pie to the taste test before announcing the winner.
Competition organiser Emlyn Mousley said: “You have the Bakewell Tart and the Melton Mowbray pork pie, why not the Arnold pie?
“The idea of the competition is to create a pie that Arnold can become famous for, a pie that everyone knows and can be proud of. It would also help drive visitors to the town and give an economic boost to Arnold. “
A veterinary practice in Mapperley has come to the aid of a kitten found dumped in the street after being sexually abused.
The animal was found covered in mud and faeces at about 2pm last Sunday (November 24) by a member of the public in Wimbourne Road, in Nottingham.
Injuries to the kitten’s rectum suggested he had been sexually abused.
The RSPCA have now launched an appeal to find who is responsible for carrying out the sickening attack.
The kitten received treatment at Arnold and Carlton Vets where vet Ben Berlyne found severe damage to the rectum.
Mr Berlyne, the vet who treated Benny, said: “The damage to the rectum suggests the kitten has been sexually abused. I am now treating him with pain-killers and am trying to assess the extent of the injuries.
PICTURED: Benny the kitten at Arnold and Carlton Vets (IMAGE: RSPCA)
“He is such a lovely and friendly kitten in spite of the horrific ordeal he has been through. It is sickening to think what he has endured.
“On Tuesday he had some food which is good. He is also having antibiotics and anti-inflammatories and some gel has been applied to his rectum to help reduce the swelling and tearing in that area – but he still has a long way to go.”
Animal Collection Officer (ACO) Hayley Day was the officer sent to the scene to collect the kitten for emergency veterinary treatment. She is now appealing to the public for help in tracing those responsible.
She said: “When I collected the kitten I could see he was trying to defecate but was really struggling and he was so swollen around the rectum that I couldn’t tell what sex he was. He was also covered in faeces and very skinny.
“The vet said the injuries to his rectum suggested the kitten had been sexually abused and it is so upsetting to think of the pain and suffering he has been through as he is such a lovely and friendly chap and I have named him Benny. He just wants to cuddle.
“Benny was not microchipped and so I am appealing for help in tracing his owner who I may live near the area where he was found.
“I am also appealing for anyone who may have information as to who is responsible to contact the RSPCA appeals line on 0300 123 8018.”
A salon in Arnold has decided to do its bit to bring some cheer to homeless people this Christmas.
KH Hair in Arnold is collecting donations of much-needed items that will be distributed to homeless people in Nottingham.
Generous salon staff and customers have already started collecting items including shoes, warm clothing, food and toiletries which will be delivered to the Salvation Army’s William Booth Memorial Halls on December 11 and handed out to homeless people visiting the weekly Wednesday Kitchen.
KH Hair salon manager, Helen Stilwell, said “There seems to be more press than ever about homeless people in winter this year and it has really touched me seeing how people try to cope on the streets.
PICTURED: Helen Stilwell with generous donations received so far for their help the homeless campaign
“It’s horrible to think we are all cosy in our homes while there are people out there desperately trying to keep warm.
“I initially asked my work colleagues and friends to help but the response from our generous clients has been amazing too.”
The Wednesday kitchen is provided by the Salvation Army in partnership with S.A.F.E (Supporting Arms Feeding Everyone).
Salvation Army volunteer, Sharon Page, said: “We are very grateful to KH Hair for their help and support this winter. Towards the end of the year everyone always seems busier than usual so it’s really great when people still take the time to think of others who are less fortunate than themselves.
“We have around 100 guests who visit our centre on Wednesday nights for a hot meal and a warm place to sit for a while. It is fabulous we are able to offer them the added service of some warm, comfortable clothes to change into, a dry sleeping bag, a tent for shelter, toiletries and many other items that are only available thanks to the kindness of others who are willing to support us in this way.”
Helen is looking for donations of sleeping bags, tents, pillows, trainers/boots/shoes, coats, gloves, hats, rucksacks, socks, pyjamas, new underwear, trousers, jumpers and food.
“Our aim is to give people a sense that someone cares and that they are not invisible.” she added
Donations will be gratefully received at the KH Hair salon on High Street in Arnold until Tuesday, December 10.
