Tag: Statistics

Police investigating murder of Roger Gray appeal to ‘two potential witnesses’

Court & Crime

Christine Lavelle - March 25, 2011

DETECTIVES probing the murder of lecturer Roger Gray are urging two “potential witnesses” to come forward. A man and woman were seen cycling on Merchiston...

Crime stats show increase in rape and sexual assaults

Deadline News Journalist - September 7, 2010

By Martin Graham RAPE and attempted rape increased by three per cent in Scotland last year, while sexual offences rose by two per cent, according...

Fewer females call abuse line in winter

Deadline News Journalist - February 14, 2010

By Andrea McCallum HUNDREDS of women suffered domestic abuse during the cold snap because they were unable to leave home to call for help. According to...

Racist crimes in shock rise for Lothian and Borders

Deadline News Journalist - June 26, 2009

By Oliver Farrimond THE NUMBER of race crimes reported to police has rocketed in Lothian and Borders over the past year. According to newly released statistics...

Shock for sacked card shop staff

Deadline News Journalist - June 17, 2009

By Cara Sulieman HUNDREDS of shocked card shop staff were told they were losing their jobs in a phone call from bosses yesterday – some...

Scots’ wasted food costs millions

Deadline News Journalist - February 9, 2009

By Oliver Farrimond FAMILIES in Scotland are throwing away almost ten million pounds worth of food every year. According to government report, the average Scottish household...

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