Lauren Jack

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Search and Trends Writer at The Scotsman

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Motorcyclist caught doing 142mph as part of speeding crackdown

2 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

Three motorcyclists and three Porsche drivers were caught speeding by police. Motorcyclists were caught going more than 140mph this weekend during a police crackdown on speeding in the Highlands. Police witnessed three speeding bikers travelling at speeds of 117mph, 139mph, and 142mph on the B817 near Ballachraggan, which is nearby Invergordon. Another car was detected driving at 90mph. Meanwhile, three Porsche drivers were caught speeding at 99mph on the A890 near Ledgowan.
Six teenage boys charged after fire at nature reserve

2 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

The boys, aged between 13 and 14, have been charged in connection with the fire at Portlethen Moss. Six teenage boys have been charged in connection with a fire at an Aberdeenshire nature site. Emergency services were called to Portlethen Moss near the A92 on Saturday at around 4.25pm after reports of an large open area of land on fire. The fire was fully extinguished by 9.30pm with no reports of injuries.
Man, 78, charged over death of woman after reports of 'disturbance' in home

2 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

Margaret McGowan, 71, was found seriously injured and pronounced dead at a home in Glasgow on Saturday. A man has been charged with the death of a woman following a disturbance in a Glasgow home. Margaret McGowan, 71, died after being found seriously injured by emergency services at a house in Newfield Square in Nitshill. Police officers were called to the scene just before 9.45pm on Saturday, following a report of a disturbance a the property.
What’s the weather like in Scotland today? Mostly sunny skies forecast on Monday with Glasgow set to reach 21C

2 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

The sunshine is set to stick around on Monday across most of Scotland. After days of glorious weather across Scotland, it is the beginning of a new week. And if you are wondering if the sun will last, for most of Scotland it’s good news. Here is what the Met Office is saying where you are about the weather in Scotland today. What’s the weather like in Scotland today?
Bafta Winners: Every winner from the Bafta TV Awards 2025

2 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

Baby Reindeer star Jessica Gunning took home the prize for Supporting Actress during the 2025 TV Baftas. The winners of the Bafta TV awards have been announced, with Baby Reindeer among the shows which took home prizes. Jessica Gunning won the award for Supporting Actress for her role as Martha in Netflix drama Baby Reindeer, which is basedon the real life experience of Scottish comedian, actor and writer Richard Gadd.
Police launch appeal after deliberate car fire in residential area

2 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

The wilful car fire happened outside a property on Stronsay Place, Kilmarnock early on Sunday, May 11. Police launched an investigation after a car was set on fire in Kilmarnock. The incident happened at around 1.10am on Sunday, May 11, outside a property on Stronsay Place. No one was injured in the incident, and the fire was extinguished. Detective Constable Paul Gartland said: “Enquiries are ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this to contact us.
Man who raped boy jailed for 'appalling' crimes against children

5 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

Jamie Chapman was found guilty of raping a 15-year-old boy on multiple occasions between 2021 and 2022. A man has been sentenced to six and half years in prison after being convicted of sexual abuse involving children in Moray. Also convicted of drug offences, Jamie Chapman was sentenced at the High Court in Dundee on Thursday, May 8 after being found guilty at Inverness High Court in April.
Addiction charity volunteer caught with cannabis worth £92,800

5 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

Jack McGuire was sentenced to three years in prison for being concerned in the supply of cannabis. An addiction charity worker has been sentenced to three years in prison after being caught smuggling drugs to his Falkirk home. Jack McGuire pleaded guilty to charges of importing and being involved in the supply of cannabis and Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) between August and October 2023.
Fatal crash: Motorcyclist killed after crash with lorry

5 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

Officers are appealing to the public for information following a fatal crash on the A70. A motorcyclist has died following a collision with a lorry in South Lanarkshire. Emergency services were called to the incident on the A70 between Douglas and Muirkirk at around 2.20pm on Thursday, May 8 after a crash involving a black Suzuki GSXR 600 K7 motorcycle and a red Volvo HGV. The 37-year-old male rider was pronounced dead at the scene, and his next of kin have been informed.
Man accused of attempted murder of police officer in East Lothian

5 days ago | scotsman.com | Lauren Jack

The 34-year-old was charged with a series of road offences as well as attempted murder following an incident in Haddington on Tuesday, May 6. A man has been charged with attempted murder following a crash involving a police officer in East Lothian. Appearing in Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Thursday, May 8, Andrew Yorkston faced charges of dangerous driving, driving a vehicle while disqualified, and driving without any valid insurance, as well as attempted murder.