This is the first time that East Midlands Ambulance Service has declared a Critical Incide
East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EMAS) declared a critical incident on Monday 6 January 2025.
They said that they put out more ambulance resources than ever before.
A combination of significant patient demand, pressure within local hospitals, and flooding across the East Midlands, led to this level of escalation.
Police appeal for drivers of seventeen cars to come forward
Officers investigating a report of sexual assault have identified a number of vehicles which were in the area of Baines Lane between 6.20pm and 6.40pm on Saturday - and are appealing for the occupants to come forward.
Man arrested after assault near M1 services
A 59-year-old man has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into a sexual assault near services on the M1.
Serious assault near to M1 Services
Serious assault near to M1 Services - arrest now made
New sculpture unveiled outside Earl Shilton library
A new sculpture of mosaics depicting the history of Earl Shilton has been unveiled outside the town's library.
Warwickshire police change policy on blue lights
As of this week, there are changes to the way that police officer in Warwickshire use blue lights and sirens when responding to incidents.
Charity shop reopens after floor collapse
A local charity shop in Earl Shilton has reopened following an unexpected month-long closure caused by a collapsed shop floor.
Biker dies in Nuneaton crash
A man in his thirties has died after the motorbike he was riding collided with the driver of a car in Nuneaton.
Hinckley plasterer wins £1.4million prize
A plasterer from Hinckley has vowed to give his daughter the childhood he never had, after he became a millionaire by winning an online competition.
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