Matthew Cooper

Reporter for @PA based in the Midlands. Fan of the Jaguar XK8. Very occasional photos of Nobel Prize winners. RTs not endorsements

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Ex-Arsenal player, 29, leaves club after rare condition causes brain blood clots

2 months ago | getsurrey.co.uk | Matthew Cooper
Second woman accused of stalking Madeleine McCann's family appears in court

2 months ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Lee Garrett |Matthew Cooper |Stephanie Wareham

A second woman has appeared in court charged with stalking the family of Madeline McCann. Karen Spragg is alleged to have made calls, sent letters and attended the home address of the missing Leicestershire toddler. Spragg, of Caerau in Cardiff, appeared at Leicester Magistrates' Court on Friday (March 28), after being charged with one count of stalking involving serious alarm or distress between Friday, May 3, 2024 and Friday, February 21 this year.
Champions League final venue for 2027 'leaked' as Liverpool repeat possible

2 months ago | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Matthew Cooper |Shane Ireland

The Atletico Madrid Metropolitano Stadium has been 'leaked' as the new host for the 2027 Champions League final after the San Siro was stripped of its hosting rightsThe race to host the 2027 Champions League final has taken a twist after the San Siro was unexpectedly dropped from its hosting duties. Initially set to showcase the event as confirmed in May 2024, UEFA had also locked in Budapest's Puskas Arena for the 2026 showdown.
Leicestershire Police officer admits taking picture of crime scene body

2 months ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Matthew Cooper

A former Leicestershire Police used his mobile phone to take photographs of police crime scenes, including that of a man's body. William Heggs has been warned he now faces a prison sentence after admitting to a string of criminal offences. Heggs, who appeared at Leicester Crown Court on Wednesday (March 19), will now not go to trial after admitting 11 computer misuse and data protection offences.
Bhim Kohli murder trial: Rib fractures unlikely to be from fall, jury told

2 months ago | leicestermercury.co.uk | Matthew Cooper |Tom Mack

Three rib fractures suffered by an 80-year-old Leicestershire man who died after allegedly being attacked in a park are unlikely to have been caused by a simple fall, a pathologist has told a murder trial. Home Office-approved forensic pathologist Dr Stuart Hamilton told jurors that a likely explanation for the broken ribs suffered by Bhim Kohli “would be something heavy striking the rib cage”.
David Coote comes out as gay and admits taking cocaine after Premier League sacking

Jan 28, 2025 | nottinghampost.com | Sam Dimmer |Matthew Cooper

Former top-flight referee David Coote has revealed his sexuality and struggles with substance abuse in a candid interview since his dismissal by the Professional Game Match Officials Limited (PGMOL).
Boy appears in court charged with murder of 12-year-old Leo Ross

Jan 27, 2025 | liverpoolecho.co.uk | Matthew Cooper |Kate McMullin

Neither of his parents attended Birmingham Magistrates’ CourtA boy aged 14 has appeared in court charged with the murder of 12-year-old Birmingham schoolboy Leo Ross. The defendant, who cannot be named due to his age, is also charged with possessing a bladed article and six unconnected assaults, including three alleged to have been committed on the day of the murder and during the preceding two days.
Arsenal ready to pay £83m release clause for Viktor Gyokeres

Jan 16, 2025 | coventrytelegraph.net | Keith Wales |Matthew Cooper

Arsenal are reportedly ready to splash the cash on Sky Blues old boy Viktor Gyokeres this month, with manager Mikel Arteta admitting the Gunners are "actively looking" to strengthen their squad. The title challengers' attack has been compromised due to injuries to key players Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Ethan Nwaneri. And in the aftermath of Arsenal's 2-1 victory over Tottenham on Wednesday, Arteta told TNT Sports he was looking for reinforcements this month.
Urgent call for mandatory helmets after Nottingham dad Daniel Isaacs died in e-scooter crash

Jan 6, 2025 | nottinghampost.com | Matthew Cooper |Jamie Barlow

A coroner has urged the Government to take action to prevent future deaths after expressing concern that e-scooter riders are not required to wear a helmet. In a report to the Secretary of State for Transport, Nottinghamshire assistant coroner Nathanael Hartley said the death of father-of-four Daniel Isaacs had raised concerns of a risk of death to riders of e-scooters and bicycles not wearing protective headgear in collisions, even at low speeds.
Inquest date set for Leicester City helicopter crash tragedy victims

Dec 6, 2024 | msn.com | Matthew Cooper

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