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81 stories from and about Bromley, mostly courts, violent crime, policing. The most recent ran on 27 October 2026. Page 1 of 5.
Reported from Bromley
- Courts · Bromley
Bromley man avoids prison for acid threat and stalking
A 63-year-old man from Bromley, Ihor Leshanych, has been given a suspended prison sentence after admitting stalking a woman and common assault. He threatened to throw acid in her face and was issued a restraining order.
Bromley2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 53 · Hype 41 - Violent Crime · Bromley
Bromley Londis owners targeted in suspected hate crime leaflets
Hundreds of leaflets containing unsubstantiated allegations have been distributed in Beckenham, targeting Pritesh and Himaliben Patel, who manage a local Londis store. The incident is being investigated by police as a suspected hate crime, with local MP Liam Conlon urging a thorough investigation.
Bromley3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Community Safety · BromleyBromley councillors condemn leaflets targeting Londis shop owners
Hundreds of homes in Beckenham's Eden Park area received leaflets containing unsubstantiated allegations about local newsagents Pritesh and Himaliben Patel. The incident is being investigated by police as a suspected hate crime, with local representatives condemning the actions.
Bromley3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 95 · Hype 30- Courts · Bromley
Bromley Councillor Dean Miller faces calls to resign after alleged comments
Bromley councillor Dean Miller has resigned from Reform UK after being covertly filmed making alleged remarks about King Charles and ethnic communities. Local political parties are now calling for his resignation from Bromley Council.
Bromley4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41 - Crime Data · Bromley
Reform UK councillor Dean Miller filmed making racist comments
Reform UK councillor Dean Miller has been secretly recorded making racist and misogynistic comments, including referring to black children as 'animals' and claiming King Charles is a Muslim. The revelations have prompted calls for immediate action from party leader Nigel Farage.
Bromley3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 65 - Courts · Bromley
Bromley Councillor Resigns from Reform UK After Alleged Racist Remarks
Bromley councillor Dean Miller has resigned from the Reform UK party following allegations of making racist remarks about black children and King Charles. The claims emerged from an undercover investigation by ITV.
Bromley3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 55 - Violent Crime · Bromley
Male taken to hospital after Bromley High Street assault
A man was treated for injuries and taken to hospital after an assault in Bromley town centre on Friday, October 9. Paramedics were called to High Street shortly before midnight.
Bromley1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 41 - Courts · Bromley
Bromley man admits child sexual communication charges
Clifford Blake, 63, of Downham, pleaded guilty to attempting to engage in sexual communication with a child at Bromley Magistrates' Court. The offences occurred between September 25 and October 3. He has been remanded on conditional bail ahead of sentencing on November 17.
Bromley2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 58 · Hype 45 - Courts · Bromley
Former HSBC executive banned after £5,911 train fare fraud
A former HSBC executive from Orpington has been banned from financial services after defrauding Southeastern of £5,911. Joseph Molloy used a ticketing scam and false discounts over 740 journeys, leading to a suspended prison sentence and a ban.
Bromley3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 60 · Hype 45 
Courts · BromleyBromley midwife banned after threats and inadequate pain relief
A midwife has been banned from her profession after threatening a mother during childbirth and failing to provide adequate pain relief. Adenike Simiat Balogun-Sadiq's misconduct occurred at Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley in July 2019.
Bromley3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · BromleyTwo men bailed after Bromley fight involving glass bottle
Two men were arrested following a fight on Gravel Road in Bromley on Sunday, September 27. One man, aged 55, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, and a 59-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both have since been bailed.
Bromley2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 20- Violent Crime · Bromley
Police search Beckenham park after indecent exposure report
A man is being sought by police after allegedly exposing himself at Harvington Sports Ground in Beckenham. Officers searched the area but could not locate the suspect, described as a white male in his 50s.
Bromley2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 53 · Hype 41 
Crime Data · BromleyGrant Culwick joins Kent Police most wanted list, Bromley urged to call
Kent Police have placed Grant Culwick, who has ties to Bromley and multiple Kent towns, on its most wanted list of 28 individuals as of September 2026. He is sought on a recall to prison and the public are asked to call 999 with reference 46/94076/26.
Bromley4 min readTrust 38 · Craft 60 · Hype 15- Violent Crime · Bromley
Man arrested after school pupil targeted in e-bike robbery
Police arrested a man in Mottingham on suspicion of robbery after a school pupil was targeted. The suspect was spotted on Court Farm Road and detained on Beaconsfield Road following a pursuit.
Bromley2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 20 
Violent Crime · BromleyBromley KFC stabbing: 14-year-old remanded over attack
A 14-year-old boy has been remanded into youth detention accommodation following a stabbing at a Bromley KFC. The incident on September 10th left four people injured and led to further arrests.
Bromley2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 45
Policing · BromleyPCC Colin Sutton Cancels Theatre Tour After Resident Reaction
Reform UK Police and Crime Commissioner Colin Sutton has cancelled a 127-date theatre tour, including four London dates, after public criticism. Mr Sutton, a former Metropolitan Police detective, stated resident reaction and the time demands of his role prompted the decision.
Bromley3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Violent Crime · BromleyBoy, 14, charged after four injured in Bromley High Street stabbing
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with affray and threatening with an offensive weapon following a stabbing incident on Bromley High Street. Four people sustained stab wounds in the incident on Thursday, September 10.
Bromley2 min readTrust 48 · Craft 67 · Hype 20
Courts · BromleyBromley GP struck off for misconduct with patients
Dr William Smerdon has been removed from the medical register by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service following findings of sexually motivated misconduct with two vulnerable patients. The tribunal noted repeated inappropriate behaviour across multiple consultations.
Bromley3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 77 · Hype 20
Community Safety · BromleyBromley town centre evacuated after hoax call
Buildings in Bromley town centre were evacuated on September 11 following a hoax call that prompted a significant emergency response. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the incident was a false alarm, with no statement to be issued due to the nature of the call.
Bromley2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · BromleyEight arrested after Bromley KFC stabbing
Eight people have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a multiple stabbing incident at a KFC restaurant on Bromley High Street. Four individuals, including a 21-year-old man and three teenagers, sustained stab wounds and were taken to hospital.
Bromley2 min readTrust 48 · Craft 67 · Hype 45
Also affecting Bromley
Borough-wide and national stories that name Bromley or bear directly on it.
- Courts · Croydon
Man denies murder over Valentine's date remark in Croydon
Ellis Anim-Annor denies murdering Lorik Abazi, 22, and wounding another man in Croydon on 15 February. The court heard the alleged fatal row was sparked by a comment about a Valentine's Day date.
Croydon3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 - Courts · Croydon
Man Accused of Murder After Fatal Bowling Alley Stabbing
Ellis Anim-Annor, 29, faces charges of murder and wounding with intent after a fatal stabbing outside a Croydon bowling alley on February 15. The prosecution alleges the incident began after a comment about the defendant's girlfriend's appearance.
Croydon3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 - Crime Data · London
Lewisham Leads South East London in Violence Rates
Lewisham has recorded the highest rate of violence against the person in south-east London, with 36.2 offences per 1,000 people in the year ending September 2026. Across the capital, such offences rose by 7.6 per cent.
London3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 57 · Hype 41 
Courts · GreenwichMap thief jailed for three years at Woolwich Crown Court
Melvin West, 70, has been sentenced to three years in prison for stealing a rare 17th Century world map from the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich. The map, cut from a 1684 atlas, has not been recovered and its loss is considered a significant cultural blow.
Greenwich3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 40- Crime Data · London
Southwark records highest crime rate in south-east London
Southwark recorded the highest number of criminal offences in south-east London during September, with 3,725 crimes reported. Theft was the most prevalent offence in the borough, followed by violence against the person. This data comes from Metropolitan Police figures released by News Shopper and This Is Local London.
London2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 
Courts · HounslowHounslow Reform councillors face scrutiny over comments
Hounslow councillors from Reform UK have been featured in an undercover report making controversial statements regarding the death penalty for grooming gang perpetrators, the concept of slavery, and allegations about King Charles. An internal party investigation into two councillors concluded with no further action.
Hounslow3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 68
Violent Crime · HaringeyTwo charged over Hornsey pensioner's death
Two men have been charged following the death of Richard Payne, 67, who suffered a head injury in Hornsey. Police were called to an altercation in Priory Road on October 5. Mr Payne died in hospital on Saturday.
Haringey2 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 25
Violent Crime · NewhamFifth man charged over Newham fatal shooting
A fifth man has been charged with the murder of Masum Miah, who was shot dead in a car on St Bartholomew’s Road in Newham on August 18. Nay-Quan Davis-Jodo appeared in court on October 10.
Newham2 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 25
Courts · LewishamMelbourne Thompson guilty of rape and robbery in Catford
Melbourne Thompson, 41, has been found guilty of rape and robbery following an attack on a woman in Catford. He faces sentencing on December 4 at the Old Bailey.
Lewisham3 min readTrust 66 · Craft 70 · Hype 35
Violent Crime · GreenwichPlumstead man charged with common assault
A 41-year-old man has been charged with common assault following an alleged incident on Plumstead High Street. Selomon Dawit is due to appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court next month.
Greenwich1 min readTrust 36 · Craft 60 · Hype 25
Courts · BexleyThamesmead driver avoids jail after 110mph crash
Emmanuel Akintoye, of Thamesmead, has been given a suspended prison sentence and an 18-month driving ban after reaching 110mph on a 50mph road and crashing his car. He also admitted possessing crack cocaine and heroin.
Bexley2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Courts · HaringeyPape Sarr banned from driving for six months
Tottenham Hotspur footballer Pape Sarr has been disqualified from driving for six months after being caught speeding in Haringey. The 24-year-old pleaded guilty to exceeding a 20mph limit on Green Lanes.
Haringey2 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Crime Data · London
Four stabbed in Bromley, Edgware school locked down in September
Four men were stabbed in Bromley, a school in Edgware was locked down due to a rifle report, and a police officer was injured during a major organised crime operation in September. Other incidents included a rape report in Brixton and possible gunshots in Kenton.
London3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 57 · Hype 65 
LatestLee Walker charged over Woolwich stabbing
Lee Walker, 24, has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent and other offences following a stabbing on Herbert Road, Woolwich. The victim suffered non life-threatening injuries. Walker appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court and was remanded in custody.
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Courts · Greenwich12-year-old faces court over Greenwich vandalism and theft
A 12-year-old boy has appeared at Bromley Magistrates' Court facing multiple charges including vandalism at St Alfege Church in Greenwich and theft of an e-scooter. The case has been adjourned to Bexley Magistrates' Court.
Greenwich2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 53 · Hype 41
Courts · GreenwichPlumstead man faces rape and sexual assault charges
Joshua Archer, 18, of Wickham Lane, Plumstead, faces charges of rape and sexual assault following an alleged incident in Greenwich on July 1, 2026. He appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court and is remanded in custody.
Greenwich1 min readTrust 48 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Courts · GreenwichTeenager charged with four rapes in Plumstead
A 17-year-old boy faces four charges of rape following an alleged incident on Kingsdale Road in Plumstead on September 9. He has been remanded in custody to appear at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on October 13.
Greenwich2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 41- Crime Data · London
Four Men Stabbed in Bromley High Street Violence
Four men were stabbed in Bromley High Street on September 10 following a large-scale altercation. One victim was left in critical condition, and seven men were arrested as police launched an extensive investigation into the incident.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61 
Courts · SouthwarkFormer Southwark Cathedral verger charged with indecent assault
A former verger at Southwark Cathedral, Clive McCleester, 81, has pleaded not guilty to 12 charges of indecent assault against boys. The alleged offences took place in Eltham and Southwark between 1976 and 1983. He remains in custody awaiting his next court appearance.
Southwark3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 45
Courts · LewishamLewisham woman banned from keeping animals after dog's starvation
Vanessa Anne Kentfield has been banned from keeping animals after her dog, Rubic, was found in a skeletal condition, weighing less than half his healthy weight. The dog had previously been seen by vets in a starving state.
Lewisham3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41
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