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Sheldon Lewcock (pictured) died five days after being run down by a van driven by Ryan Willicombe

Sheldon Lewcock van killing: man found NOT GUILTY of murder

Police released this image of Ryan Willicombe, taken after his initial arrest

Police released this image of Ryan Willicombe, taken after his initial arrest

PICTURED: Face of van killer Ryan Willicombe who ran down teen motorcyclist

Angela Lewcock said of her son, Sheldon: 'He was our boy, and we loved him'

Angela Lewcock said of her son, Sheldon: 'He was our boy, and we loved him'

"Not the outcome that we were hoping for": Sheldon Lewcock's mum speaks after verdict

West Berkshire Council is planning the visits for this week

West Berkshire Council is planning the visits for this week

Council plans site visits amid sewage concerns

What is it actually like to live in Newbury? Residents have their say on the town

What is it actually like to live in Newbury? Residents have their say on the town

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What is it actually like to live in Newbury? Residents have their say on the town

A floral tribute by family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

A floral tribute by family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

Sheldon Lewcock van 'murder' trial: judge tells jury she will accept majority verdict

At Reading Magistrates' Court (pictured), the defendant was charged with voyeurism, having sex in public toilets, and collecting thousands of indecent images of children

At Reading Magistrates' Court (pictured), the defendant was charged with voyeurism, having sex in public toilets, and collecting thousands of indecent images of children

Man accused of public toilet sex and collecting 8,000 indecent images of children

'A complete waste of money' New outdoor gym facility is introduce to popular park

'A complete waste of money' New outdoor gym facility is introduce to popular park

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'A complete waste of money' New outdoor gym facility is introduced to popular park

A floral tribute made by family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset), who was killed in 2022

A floral tribute made by family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset), who was killed in 2022

Sheldon Lewcock van killing: murder jury sent out to consider verdict

Appeal for witnesses after man, 20s, was ATTACKED in Newbury

Appeal for witnesses after man, 20s, was ATTACKED in Newbury

Appeal for witnesses after man, 20s, was ATTACKED in Newbury

A floral tribute created by family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

A floral tribute created by family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

Sheldon Lewcock trial: jury sent home until Monday

A floral tribute by the family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

A floral tribute by the family and friends of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

'You must have known': prosecutor grills youth accused of van 'murder'

There has been a police presence at Reading Crown Court over the past two weeks, where Ryan Willicombe is standing trial accused of murdering Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

There has been a police presence at Reading Crown Court over the past two weeks, where Ryan Willicombe is standing trial accused of murdering Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

Sheldon Lewcock murder trial live updates: accused finishes testimony

Sheldon Lewcock died in hospital after being run down by a van in Pierces Hill, Tilehurst

Sheldon Lewcock died in hospital after being run down by a van in Pierces Hill, Tilehurst

Sheldon Lewcock murder trial live updates: accused van killer testifies

There has been a visible police presence at court as Ryan Willicombe stands trial over the killing of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

There has been a visible police presence at court as Ryan Willicombe stands trial over the killing of Sheldon Lewcock (inset)

'I panicked': Teen accused of van 'murder' grilled by prosecutor

Sheldon Lewcock (inset) was fatally injured while riding a motorcycle in Pierces Hill, Tilehurst

Sheldon Lewcock (inset) was fatally injured while riding a motorcycle in Pierces Hill, Tilehurst

Live updates as Sheldon Lewcock van 'murder' trial enters second week

The defendant appeared before Reading Crown Court (pictured) today

The defendant appeared before Reading Crown Court (pictured) today

'High-risk' offender with 145 OFFENCES to his name jailed after knifepoint burglary

Police were present at Reading Crown Court this week, where the trial of the youth accused of murdering Sheldon Lewcock (inset) is taking place

Police were present at Reading Crown Court this week, where the trial of the youth accused of murdering Sheldon Lewcock (inset) is taking place

Van 'murder' trial: survivor of crash which killed 19-year-old testifies in court

'It’s no laughing matter' Road renamed after raw sewage puts families at RISK

'It’s no laughing matter' Road renamed after raw sewage puts families at RISK

'It’s no laughing matter' Road renamed after raw sewage puts families at RISK

Have you seen this man? Police search after altercation with Newbury teenagers

Have you seen this man? Police search after altercation with Newbury teenagers

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Have you seen this man? Police search after altercation with Newbury teenagers

Sheldon Lewcock (inset) died after being hit by a van in Pierces Hill

Sheldon Lewcock (inset) died after being hit by a van in Pierces Hill

Sheldon Lewcock murder trial live updates day 3: van crash survivor testifies

Police were present at Reading Crown Court today, where the trial of the youth accused of murdering Sheldon Lewcock (inset) was being held

Police were present at Reading Crown Court today, where the trial of the youth accused of murdering Sheldon Lewcock (inset) was being held

Sheldon Lewcock murder trial hears of chaos after motorcyclist knocked down by van

Live updates as Sheldon Lewcock van 'murder' trial enters second day

Live updates as Sheldon Lewcock van 'murder' trial enters second day

Sheldon Lewcock murder trial live day 2: Witnesses heard 'almighty bang'

Sheldon Lewcock (inset) died after being hit by a van in Pierces Hill

Sheldon Lewcock (inset) died after being hit by a van in Pierces Hill

Murder accused 'found hiding in cupboard in Wales after running motorcyclist down’

Sheldon Lewcock (pictured) died after being hit by a van in Pierces Hill, Tilehurst

Sheldon Lewcock (pictured) died after being hit by a van in Pierces Hill, Tilehurst

Sheldon Lewcock murder trial LIVE: Accused, 19, found 'hiding in a cupboard'

Woman finds special gift left by generous member of the public in local park

Woman finds special gift left by generous member of the public in local park

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Woman finds special gift left by generous member of the public in local park

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"The pools are a disgrace" Residents ANGER over Northcroft Lido reduced opening times

The collision occurred on the B4009 at the junction between Wyld Court Hill and Yattendon Road (pictured)

The collision occurred on the B4009 at the junction between Wyld Court Hill and Yattendon Road (pictured)

Man pleads not guilty over village crash which left elderly man with serious injuries

OUTRAGE over parking permit price surge despite no consultation by the council

OUTRAGE over parking permit price surge despite no consultation by the council

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OUTRAGE over parking permit price surge despite no consultation by the council

A new supermarket is coming near Reading despite parish council's objections

A new supermarket is coming near Reading despite parish council's objections

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A new supermarket is coming near Reading despite parish council's objections

New over 25s nightclub will open in Newbury NEXT WEEK

New over 25s nightclub will open in Newbury NEXT WEEK

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New over 25s nightclub will open in Newbury NEXT WEEK

LOOK INSIDE: New Mexican restaurant has opened near Reading

LOOK INSIDE: New Mexican restaurant has opened near Reading

LOOK INSIDE: New Mexican restaurant has opened near Reading

The woman pleaded guilty to a stalking charge at Reading Crown Court (pictured)

The woman pleaded guilty to a stalking charge at Reading Crown Court (pictured)

Woman to be sentenced after admitting to stalking man

Newbury bids farewell to beloved Town Crier Brian Sylvester

Newbury bids farewell to beloved Town Crier Brian Sylvester

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Newbury bids farewell to beloved Town Crier Brian Sylvester

The man denied the charges at Reading Crown Court (pictured) today

The man denied the charges at Reading Crown Court (pictured) today

Man to stand trial charged with 13 sex assaults

A drug dealer has been spared jail after being caught with £700 of cocaine on him (stock image)

A drug dealer has been spared jail after being caught with £700 of cocaine on him (stock image)

Cocaine dealer busted by police after just one day in business

Ugly skyscrapers and no affordable housing: Residents clap back at Kennet Centre plan

Ugly skyscrapers and no affordable housing: Residents clap back at Kennet Centre plan

Local government

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Ugly skyscrapers and no affordable housing: Residents clap back at Kennet Centre plan

New pub opening TODAY near Reading

New pub opening TODAY near Reading

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"We can't wait to open our doors" New pub opening TODAY near Reading

Peter Clarke appeared before Reading Crown Court (pictured) today

Peter Clarke appeared before Reading Crown Court (pictured) today

72-year-old to stand trial accused of village sex assault

Reading shoe shop SAFE as neighbouring town's store suddenly closes.

Reading shoe shop SAFE as neighbouring town's store suddenly closes.

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Reading shoe shop SAFE as neighbouring town's store suddenly closes.

Two men charged after they burgled a house and wounded occupant

Two men charged after they burgled a house and wounded occupant

Two men charged after house burgled and occupant injured

101 year-old woman says the secret to a long life is

101 year-old woman says the secret to a long life is

101 year-old woman says the secret to a long life is "a good sprinkling of luck"

Three firms have been fined following an operation by the local Public Protection Partnership (PPP)

Three firms have been fined following an operation by the local Public Protection Partnership (PPP)

HGV companies fined thousands of pounds for road weight restriction breaches

Robin Borthwick (left) pictured with his victim in the 1970s

Robin Borthwick (left) pictured with his victim in the 1970s

Victim's horror as paedophile GP not struck off medical register

RARE and UNSEEN courtroom sketch to go on auction next month

RARE and UNSEEN courtroom sketch to go on auction next month

RARE and UNSEEN courtroom sketch to go on auction next month

A panel ruled that a teacher drank on school premises and taught while intoxicated

A panel ruled that a teacher drank on school premises and taught while intoxicated

Teacher avoids ban despite being caught drinking and 'left alcohol on pupil's desk'

NEW Primark store confirmed to open near Reading

NEW Primark store confirmed to open near Reading

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NEW Primark store confirmed to open near Reading

Gorgeous big dog looking for loving forever home this valentine’s day

Gorgeous big dog looking for loving forever home this valentine’s day

Gorgeous big dog looking for loving forever home this valentine’s day

Kat Wright snapped up the top award at the St John Ambulance National Youth Public Speaking Competition for an inspiring speech on neurodiversity

Kat Wright snapped up the top award at the St John Ambulance National Youth Public Speaking Competition for an inspiring speech on neurodiversity

Teenager recognised for achievements at St John Ambulance

The inquest was heard at Reading Town Hall (pictured) today

The inquest was heard at Reading Town Hall (pictured) today

Inquest hears of mystery surrounding death of couple found in French villa pool

The trio were cleared after a trial at Reading Crown Court (pictured)

The trio were cleared after a trial at Reading Crown Court (pictured)

Trio cleared in solar panel 'scam' case

Man who lost his sight in a gardening accident says counselling saved his life

Man who lost his sight in a gardening accident says counselling saved his life

Man who lost his sight in a gardening accident says counselling saved his life

The Watermill Theatre in Newbury named Theatre of the Year

The Watermill Theatre in Newbury named Theatre of the Year

The Watermill Theatre in Newbury named Theatre of the Year

Locals react to NEW over 25s nightclub coming to Berkshire

Locals react to NEW over 25s nightclub coming to Berkshire

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Locals react to NEW over 25s nightclub coming to Berkshire