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86 stories from and about Hackney, mostly community safety, violent crime, courts. The most recent ran on 31 October 2026. Page 2 of 5.
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Violent Crime · HackneyMan arrested after alleged stabbing in Hackney group fight
A man has been arrested following a group brawl and alleged stabbing in Hackney. Police were called to Appleby Street on Friday 25 September 2026, after witnesses reported seeing a knife. The victim left the scene before officers arrived.
Hackney2 min readTrust 44 · Craft 60 · Hype 15
Violent Crime · HackneyHackney gang boss jailed for life over Dalston restaurant shooting
Hackney gang leader Beytullah Gunduz has been sentenced to life imprisonment for orchestrating a shooting outside a Dalston restaurant. The victim, Onur Guzel, suffered life-altering injuries after being targeted following threats and attempted extortion.
Hackney4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 45
Community Safety · HackneyHackney Greens vote down Labour bid to stop double moves for Woodberry Down tenants
Hackney Council's Green administration has voted against a Labour proposal aimed at preventing "double decanting" for residents on the Woodberry Down estate. Labour councillor Sarah Young argued that vulnerable residents would suffer from being moved twice, but the council stated the motion was unfeasible and risked finances.
Hackney5 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · HackneyMan stabbed on Hackney road; three arrested
A man in his 40s was taken to hospital with stab injuries after an incident on Aden Grove Road in Hackney on September 23. Two men and a woman were arrested at the scene on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
Hackney2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 50 · Hype 45
Courts · HackneyJudge calls Hackney chief executive's statement 'deeply disturbing'
A judge has described the witness statement of Hackney Council chief executive Dawn Carter-McDonald as 'deeply disturbing' and refused to remove her name from an injunction. The case concerns alleged failure to complete repairs to a leaseholder's flat by a court-ordered deadline.
Hackney3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 20
Transport Crime · HackneyHackney Floating Bus Stops Spark Safety Fears
Hackney Council's proposal for floating bus stops on Queensbridge Road has drawn sharp criticism from disabled campaigners who fear for the safety of visually-impaired and wheelchair users. A public consultation is now underway.
Hackney4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · HackneyHackney Downs station assault: Police seek man after train threats
British Transport Police are seeking to identify a man after an incident on a train and an assault at Hackney Downs station on August 30. Officers want to speak to the victim and any witnesses.
Hackney2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 65
Community Safety · HackneyTraders seek community asset status for Ridley Road Shopping Village
Traders at Hackney's Ridley Road Shopping Village have applied for community asset status to protect the building. Their landlord, Guy Ziser, refused lease renewals and ordered closure by March 31, citing police warnings about crime. The Metropolitan Police deny recommending closure.
Hackney4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 40
Transport Crime · HackneyHackney Council's floating bus stops face protest from disabled residents
Disabled residents and activists are protesting Hackney Council's updated plans for Queensbridge Road, which include floating bus stops. Concerns centre on the safety of visually-impaired and wheelchair users navigating fast-moving cycle lanes intersecting bus stop bypasses.
Hackney4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 70 · Hype 45
Community Safety · HackneyWoodberry Down Disco offers free dance sessions
A new free community dance project, Woodberry Down Disco, has launched in Hackney, offering residents a low-pressure environment to connect with neighbours through music and movement. Supported by Hackney Council, the project aims for future ambitions including a resident-led dance company.
Hackney3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Community Safety · HackneyHackney traders occupy market after lease refusal
Traders have been occupying Hackney's Ridley Road Shopping Village for six months after their leases were not renewed. The landlord cited community safety, but the Metropolitan Police deny recommending closure. Traders are seeking community asset status.
Hackney3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 71 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · HackneyMan arrested after Hackney restaurant assault, police say
A man in his 50s was taken to hospital and arrested for possession of an offensive weapon after an assault in a Hackney restaurant. Police are investigating and have appealed for witnesses.
Hackney2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council investigates security guard after protester pushed to ground
Hackney Council is investigating an incident where a security guard allegedly pushed a protester to the ground during a demonstration concerning overcrowded temporary accommodation. The protest at Hackney Town Hall involved members of Housing Action Southwark and Lambeth.
Hackney3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 45
Community Safety · HackneyHackney nursery ordered to vacate church premises by September 11
St Michael's Nurseries in Lower Clapton must leave its Church of St Jude premises by September 11, 2026, following a court order. The nursery, operating as a tenant at will since 2015, is seeking a new site with Hackney Council's support.
Hackney4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 45
Community Safety · HackneyWest Reservoir path opens, but fence sparks access row
The east bank path at Hackney's West Reservoir has opened, but a new fence restricting access to the beach and café area for non-swimmers has caused controversy. Critics argue the changes were not consulted on and represent a waste of public money.
Hackney4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 45
Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council pays £2,500 over disabled man's care delays
Hackney Council has paid £2,500 to a disabled man and his family after significant delays in moving him to supported living. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council's failures caused injustice and put the family at risk of breakdown.
Hackney4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 75 · Hype 20
Courts · HackneyHackney Council ordered to pay £4,500 for autistic boy's lost education
Hackney Council has been ordered to pay £4,500 in compensation after delays meant an autistic boy missed months of education. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council failed to arrange alternative education within legal timeframes.
Hackney4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 75 · Hype 20
Community Safety · HackneyHackney Council to decide on Stoke Newington sauna plan
Hackney Council is set to decide on a proposal for a new community sauna at the historic Stoke Newington Pumping Station. Despite 12 resident objections concerning noise and light, planning officers have recommended approval for a five-year temporary period.
Hackney3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Courts · HackneyHackney Council pays £4,500 over autism tuition delays
Hackney Council has been ordered to pay £4,500 to the family of an autistic boy after significant delays in arranging his education. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council failed in its duty to provide alternative tuition.
Hackney3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 20
Fraud & Cybercrime · HackneyHackney man jailed for stealing £92k meant for breast cancer charity
A Hackney man has been sentenced to two and a half years in prison for defrauding Breast Cancer Now of nearly £92,000. Tameem Choudhury altered bank details to redirect funds meant for the charity into his own account.
Hackney3 min readTrust 55 · Craft 65 · Hype 50
Also affecting Hackney
Borough-wide and national stories that name Hackney or bear directly on it.
- Crime Data · City of London
Racial bias found in London music licensing and policing
A report commissioned by the Greater London Authority has found evidence of racial bias in London's music licensing and policing. Black-led music events face disproportionate restrictions and cancellations, with genres like Afrobeats and hip-hop routinely flagged as high risk.
City of London4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 40 
Transport Crime · Tower HamletsTower Hamlets Council Considers Dockless Bike Parking Zones
Tower Hamlets Council is exploring designated parking zones for dockless bikes following a petition highlighting pavement hazards. Campaigners have raised concerns about obstructions for 18 months, particularly around Brick Lane.
Tower Hamlets3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 41- Policing · London
Seven London councils refuse Home Office immigration raids
At least seven London councils have announced they will no longer cooperate with Home Office immigration enforcement raids. Newham Council became the latest to pass a motion limiting cooperation to legally mandated situations, following similar decisions by six other boroughs.
London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Courts · CamdenLabour Wins Holborn and St Pancras By-election, Greens Debate Campaign Strategy
Labour secured victory in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election with 45% of the vote. The Green Party, achieving a 33% share and a 22-point increase from the last general election, faced internal debate regarding their campaign strategy and the impact of a recent 'Zionism is racism' motion passed at their conference.
Camden4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Latest
Zack Polanski faces leadership questions after Holborn byelection defeat
Zack Polanski has lost the Holborn and St Pancras byelection to Labour. The result, following controversy over a motion equating Zionism with racism, has intensified questions about his leadership of the Green Party.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Community Safety · IslingtonIslington Council declares 'rent crisis' and demands powers to cap costs
Islington Council has declared a 'private renting crisis', voting to lobby the government for powers to cap rents. Average rents in the borough reached £2,868 in August 2026, a 6.2% annual increase.
Islington3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Fraud & Cybercrime · London
Hackney men convicted of £5,000 fake bank transfer scam
Two men from Hackney have been convicted of defrauding 10 people out of more than £5,000 using a fake bank transfer scam. The victims, primarily young men and students, were tricked into handing over cash after seeing a false confirmation on the fraudsters' phone.
London3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45 
Policing · Waltham ForestWaltham Forest Council Condemned Over Immigration Raid Stance
Waltham Forest Council has been criticised by London Assembly members for its decision not to cooperate with Home Office immigration raids. The council stated it is committed to being a 'borough of sanctuary' and protecting vulnerable people.
Waltham Forest3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
LatestCrime Scene Established on Mare Street, Hackney
A crime scene is currently in place on Mare Street in Hackney, East London. Reports indicate that blood stains have been observed on the floor at the location.
1 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 70
Community Safety · LondonEnfield dog owner fined £1,850 for persistent barking
An Enfield dog owner has been ordered to pay £1,850 in fines and costs after his dog's persistent barking led to a breach of a noise abatement notice. Enfield Council stated that continuous loud noise from dogs is considered antisocial behaviour.
London3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Courts · CamdenCamden Councillor Challenges Polanski for Holborn & St Pancras Green Seat
Camden councillor Hamza Chowdhury is challenging Zack Polanski for Green Party selection in the Holborn and St Pancras by-election. The vote is scheduled for October 8, with Labour also finalising its candidate from three local councillors.
Camden3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · LondonThree London Men Arrested After Essex Hotel Stabbing
Three men from London have been arrested by Essex Police following a stabbing incident at a hotel event in North Stifford, Essex. The arrests were made on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent after four people sustained injuries.
London2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61
Community Safety · EalingEaling runner Panayiotis Sinnos nominated for JustGiving award
Ealing resident Panayiotis Sinnos, 63, has raised more than £72,000 for Prostate Cancer UK through running marathons and other races. He has been nominated for a JustGiving award for his fundraising efforts, even after doctors indicated his cancer may have returned.
Ealing3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
Community Safety · LewishamLewisham Mayor Shrivastava marks 100 days, tackles fly-tipping and housing
Lewisham Mayor Liam Shrivastava has passed his first 100 days in office, focusing on tackling fly-tipping, reviewing cooperation with immigration enforcement, and challenging London Mayor Sadiq Khan's housing policies. The council has also cleared thousands of fly-tips and issued fines.
Lewisham3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 40
Courts · BarnetBarnet Teacher Banned Indefinitely for Crystal Meth Use
A North London teacher with almost 40 years of service at Dwight School in Barnet has been banned from teaching indefinitely after admitting to using crystal meth. Charles Miles, 64, was discovered after police attended his Hackney home for an unrelated matter.
Barnet3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 45- Policing · London
Met Police Boost E-Bike Fleet to 25 to Tackle Criminals
The Metropolitan Police has increased its fleet of crime-fighting electric bikes from five to 25. This expansion is intended to help officers pursue and apprehend criminals who use e-bikes and mopeds for offences, contributing to a significant reduction in phone thefts.
London4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 40 
Community Safety · LewishamBetting shop wins appeal against Lewisham Council
Lewisham Council's decision to refuse a fifth betting shop in Catford has been overturned on appeal, citing the Gambling Act's 'aim to permit' rule. Local businesses and councillors express disappointment, highlighting concerns over the area's regeneration and safety.
Lewisham5 min readTrust 60 · Craft 77 · Hype 45
Policing · LambethJason Rennox charged after Brixton police officer assaulted during weapon search
Jason Rennox, of Wenlock Street, Hackney, has been charged with assaulting a police officer in Brixton on 13 August. The incident occurred when officers attempted to detain a boy for a weapon search, leading to additional police support being called.
Lambeth4 min readTrust 54 · Craft 60 · Hype 15
Violent Crime · Waltham Forest16-year-old stabbed in Hackney found injured in Walthamstow
A 16-year-old boy was treated for stab wounds in Walthamstow after being attacked outside Clapton Station in Hackney on 9 August 2026. Police said his injuries were not life-threatening. St James Street Station was closed while emergency services responded, and the investigation continues.
Waltham Forest4 min readTrust 54 · Craft 85 · Hype 15
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