Michael Adkins

Gravesend

I'm a Senior Editor for Newsquest (formerly Archant London/Herts&Cambs and South West) overseeing news teams in South Essex and Hertfordshire

Articles

The Guernsey Anti-Money Laundering Regime Through The Lens Of Human Rights Caselaw

1 month ago | mondaq.com | Amy Davies |Michael Adkins

The starting point, in Guernsey, is that every person isentitled to the peaceful enjoyment of their property1. This right is not absolute but any infringement by the State mustbe proportionate and for a lawful reason.
Hemel Hemsptead mum guilty of murdering her two-year-old kid

1 month ago | watfordobserver.co.uk | Michael Adkins

A jury at Luton Crown Court found Hemel Hempstead mother Shilyrand Charigwati guilty of murdering her two-year-old daughter (Image: Newsquest) A MOTHER has been found guilty today of murdering her two-year-old daughter in a horrific crime that caused "unimaginable loss".
Man with Watford links missing as police appeal for help

2 months ago | watfordobserver.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Missing Joshua, 34, has links to Watford and was last seen in Elstree (Image: Herts police) Police are growing "increasingly concerned" for a man who has links to Watford and has gone missing. Joshua, aged 34, was last seen at around 4am today at an address in the Barnet Lane area of Elstree. He also has links to Watford and the Hemel Hempstead area.
Hemel Hempstead man Thomas is missing as cops launch appeal

Mar 2, 2025 | watfordobserver.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Missing Thomas, 44, from Hemel Hempstead (Image: Herts Police) A 44-year-old man from Hertfordshire is missing as police launch an appeal for information on his whereabouts. Thomas was last seen in Hemel Hempstead at around 3.45pm yesterday. He is described as being 5ft 8in, slim and was last seen wearing a light grey jumper, jeans and trainers. He may possibly be driving a grey Astra.
Stevenage teenager Alecia is missing and could be in London

Feb 1, 2025 | thecomet.net | Michael Adkins

A 14-year-old girl has gone missing from Stevenage, prompting an appeal from police officers who are trying to find her. Alecia, aged 14, was last seen at around 2pm on Thursday. She is described as slim, around 5ft 5in, with long black hair which is red on the top. Alecia was last seen wearing a black hooded puffer jacket, a blue and white checked skirt, black leggings, white ankle socks and black shoes. She has links to Stevenage, Bedford, Luton and may have travelled to London.
Missing Bushey man could have travelled to Hatfield

Jan 15, 2025 | watfordobserver.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Police appealing for information on missing Michael, last seen in Bushey, who could have headed to Hatfield. (Image: Herts Police) A 41-year-old man has gone missing prompting an appeal by police who are "increasingly concerned for his welfare". Michael, pictured, was last seen at an address in the Bushey area and is believed to have travelled to Hatfield. He is about 6ft 4ins with slightly grey hair and was last seen wearing a green jacket with black jeans and cream suede boots.
Missing 79-year-old man from Croxley Green

Dec 8, 2024 | watfordobserver.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Missing Timothy, 79, from Croxley Green (Image: Herts Police) Police are appealing for the public’s help to trace a 79-year-old man who has gone missing from Croxley Green. Timothy was last seen at around 6.50pm yesterday.
Hemel Hempstead missing teen new appeal for information

Oct 19, 2024 | hertsad.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Missing Jenna, 17, from Hemel Hempstead (Image: Herts Police) A fresh appeal to help find of a missing teenage girl has been made by police as they grow "increasingly concerned for her welfare". Jenna, aged 17, from Hemel Hempstead, was last seen on the evening of Thursday, October 10 - as her disappearance enters the 10th day. She is described as being around 5ft 1ins, slim build with long, dark, curly hair and blue eyes.
X-Factor star Ella Henderson performs at Bushey bakery

Oct 13, 2024 | watfordobserver.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Jaryd Ivins, Mark Bond, Daphne Reynolds and Jess reynolds with Ella Henderson at Matty's Kitchen (pictured left to right). (Image: Daphne Reynolds) Fans of popstar Ella Henderson were treated to a live acoustic set as the singer performed her new single at a bakery in Bushey. The former X-Factor contestant appeared at Matty's Kitchen in High Road, Bushey, on Sunday afternoon to the delight of fans and passers-by.
Welwyn Garden City armed police response to shots fired

Oct 6, 2024 | whtimes.co.uk | Michael Adkins

Armed police swooped after receiving reports that a man in Welwyn Garden City had approached a car with someone sitting inside before "shots were fired in the air". The incident happened in Upperfield Road, Welwyn Garden City, at around 10.30am on Saturday, following a report of an altercation. A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of firearms offences and possession with intent to supply class A and B drugs.