Maya George

Southampton

Senior Court and Crime Reporter at Southern Daily Echo

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'Distracted' motorcyclist hit stop stick in failed escape from police

2 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

Police officers spotted the suspected stolen motorcycle – branded with ‘YOUR SLO’ - on Weston Shore in the early hours of this morning. Using CCTV, officers monitored the driver and blocked both sides of the road to prevent their departure. The rider took to the pavement to escape, but ploughed into a police stop stick before being arrested by officers.
A31 closed for third day as murder investigation continues - live

2 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

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'Wife beater' punched partner in the face - leaving her 'lasting damage'

2 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

Violent thug Jay Moody punched his partner in the face during an argument, leaving her seriously injured and in need of at least three operations. The mum-of-two has "lasting damage" and still has no feeling to the left side of her face. Prosecuting, Archie Manby said he committed a series of violent offences in less than 24 hours. The court heard an argument broke out on October 4, 2024, between him and his former girlfriend.
In the Dock: Man brought to court for stealing sweets from Poundland

2 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

OLIWIA ZIELINSKA, 21, of Fishponds Road, Bristol, was found guilty of failing to give information relating to the identification of a driver in Fareham on September 5, 2023. She was ordered to pay a £660 fine and handed six points on her licence. She must also pay costs of £400 and a victim surcharge of £264.
MP calls for government intervention on 'reckless' homes scheme in scathing letter

2 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

Paul Holmes, MP for Hamble Valley, wrote a letter to Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner earlier this week. It follows the revelation that the budget for One Horton Heath has ballooned to more than £500 million. Mr Holmes, who previously represented Eastleigh, said he has serious concerns about the council’s management of the eight-year scheme. “It has seen spiralling costs, questionable financial governance, and a consistent lack of transparency since its inception”, he said.
Busy railway line to close all day for works - council issues warning

3 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

Southampton Central station (Image: Lewis Ford) A busy railway line between two cities will close all day for maintenance work. The lines between Southampton and Portsmouth will be shut on Sunday. Rail maintenance works will be getting underway throughout the day, forcing the stopping services between Southampton Central and Portsmouth to halt. Railway lines between Eastleigh and Portsmouth will also be impacted.
Upcoming parade could be the last as pleas for help ‘fall on deaf ears’

3 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

The Totton and Eling Carnival has brought joy to the town for many decades. But this year’s Mardi Gras themed spectacle is expected to be the final one due to a lack of funding and volunteers. Announcing the news on social media this week, a spokesperson for the carnival said: “Since January of this year, we have sent out numerous posts requesting help and support in organising the day. “It would appear our requests have fallen upon deaf ears as we have had very few offers of help.
Mum fears for her life and is afraid to leave home after being assaulted by son

3 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

William McCaffery, 32, lashed out at his mum following a dispute shortly after Christmas in 2023. But this is not the first time tempers flared between the pair, with prosecutor James Kellam describing the mother and son as having a “long-standing and fraught relationship”. He added that they both have mental health issues which does not help their tempestuous relationship. “The defendant became physical and was pulling and grabbing his mother”, Mr Kellam said.
Mini Cooper driver caught at 108mph slapped with fine - In the Dock

3 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

ANDREI DUNCA, 35, of Manor Farm Road, Southampton, pleaded guilty to a charge of driving without insurance on the A32 in West Meon on May 5, 2024. He was banned from driving for six months and given six points on his licence. He must pay a fine of £80, prosecution costs of £110 and a £32 surcharge. MAREK GACH, 56, of Deacon Road, Southampton, admitted a charge of failing to comply with an indication given by a traffic sign – a red-light traffic signal - in Winchester on July 31, 2024.
Man, 23, admits possession of extreme pornographic images

3 weeks ago | dailyecho.co.uk | Maya George

Southampton Crown Court (Image: Newsquest) A man has admitted possessing extreme pornographic images – including indecent images of children. Shane Johnson, 23, appeared at Southampton Magistrates’ Court on June 3 facing five charges. He is accused of making five category A – the most serious – moving indecent images of a child, and 17 category B images of a child. Two of those were moving images and 15 were still.