There has been a surge in violence against the police, a BBC investigation has found.

A suspect has been arrested after trying to escape through a bog - despite not being able to swim.

Despite schemes tackling some shoplifting, figures suggest only a fraction of crimes are prosecuted.

Police in Durham say men aged 21 and 25 were arrested after the chase.

Police believe the seven-week-old dog may have been sold and the search continues.

Four of the five puppies are resting in a police station, but the fifth is still missing.

Police believe the Twins Academy was targeted by arsonists in an early hours attack.

Police say the 21-year-old was found in possession of 1,500 images and videos.