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46 stories from and about Haringey, mostly violent crime, courts, policing. The most recent ran on 26 October 2026. Page 2 of 3.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyTeenager, 16, dies after Highgate crash
A 16-year-old girl has died after being struck by a car on North Road in Highgate. The incident occurred near Highgate School shortly after 8am. Police have arrested a 68-year-old man in connection with the collision.
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Policing · HaringeyHighgate Road Closed After Early Morning Incident
North Road in Highgate, Haringey, has been closed in both directions since Thursday, September 24, following an unspecified incident. Bus services are diverted, and while the closure occurred near school drop-off times, a local primary school confirmed no children were affected.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyFatal Incident Closes North Road, Highgate
A fatal incident on North Road, Highgate, on September 24 led to a significant police presence and road closures. Bus routes 143 and 263 were diverted as emergency services responded.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyHaringey man charged with murder over fatal White Hart Lane shooting
Ali Syed, 40, has been charged with murder and four counts of possessing a firearm in connection with the death of Talip Guzel. Guzel, 33, died from a gunshot wound in White Hart Lane, N17, on July 30, 2023. Syed was arrested in Cyprus and extradited to the UK.
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Church figure jailed for 8.5 years for sexual assaults
A former senior church figure, John Grant, 77, has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison at Wood Green Crown Court for sexual assault and indecent assault offences. The Metropolitan Police investigation began in 2023 after a victim-survivor reported abuse spanning 30 years.
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Three jailed for minimum of 22 years for Haringey murder
Three men have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Gregory Catillo Volquez in Haringey. Benito Ramirez Kones, Carlos Akum Metumbe, and Luiggi Perelli Santana will serve minimum terms of 23, 22, and 23 years respectively.
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Courts · HaringeyThree jailed for life for Tiverton Estate murder
Three men have received life sentences for the murder of Gregory Catillo Volquez, who was stabbed 22 times and beaten on the Tiverton Estate in Haringey. The court heard of an 'arsenal of knives' found on the estate.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyWood Green gunman faces sentence after acquittal on attempted murder
Mustafa Bolat will be sentenced on November 13 at the Old Bailey after being acquitted of attempted murder charges. He admitted possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence following an incident at WG Express on Lordship Lane, Wood Green.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyMan stabbed on Kings Avenue, Muswell Hill
A man was found with stab wounds on Kings Avenue in Muswell Hill in the early hours of August 28. Emergency services attended the scene and transported the injured individual to a major trauma centre for treatment.
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Man Charged with Manslaughter in Finsbury Park Death
A 46-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter and aggravated burglary with intent following the death of a 75-year-old woman in Finsbury Park. Rose Smith died on August 12th after an incident on August 11th. The accused is due to appear in court on August 25th.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyRose Smith, 75, dies after Tollington Park burglary
Rose Smith, 75, has died following a burglary on Tollington Park on August 11. Her family described her as a "truly wonderful, outgoing woman". A 46-year-old man has been arrested.
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Community Safety · HaringeyTottenham car park where two women were murdered still unsafe, residents say
Residents and a shopkeeper in Tottenham say the B&M car park where Simon Levy murdered two women remains unsafe, with persistent antisocial behaviour, drug use and no police response. B&M and Tottenham Hotspur have promised security measures by the end of September, but locals report no changes since Sheryl Wilkins’ killing in August 2025.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyTwo charged with rape of girl in Alexandra Park, Haringey
Haktan Nedhibox, 18, appeared at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court on 17 August 2026. A 17-year-old will appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court the following day. The victim is receiving specialist support from police officers.
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Violent Crime · HaringeyPolice seek man after sexual assault at White Hart Lane station
British Transport Police have released CCTV footage of a man they want to speak to after a 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted at White Hart Lane railway station in Tottenham. The incident occurred at around 10.30pm on 7 July, and the suspect fled onto a train after being confronted.
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Policing · HaringeyTwo officers investigated over Simon Levy murders in ̶ two women killed while he was on bail
Two Metropolitan Police officers face misconduct probes after Simon Levy, 40, murdered Carmenza Valencia-Trujillo, 53, and Sheryl Wilkins, 39, while on bail. The IOPC investigation, triggered by a Met referral, spans Levy’s management from 2021 to 2025, including missed chances to remand him in custody.
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Policing · HaringeyMet Police failures let Tottenham killer murder twice, watchdog says
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating whether Met Police officers followed procedures after Simon Levy was released on licence in 2023. Levy, 34, of Beaufoy Road, Tottenham, murdered two women and raped a third while on bail in 2025. The Met admitted remand failures at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court.
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Courts · HaringeyTwo Tottenham men charged with death of Laura Sone-Demetrious on Great Cambridge Road
Two men from Tottenham face charges of causing death by dangerous driving after a crash on Great Cambridge Road in January 2024 that killed 28-year-old Laura Sone-Demetrious. Both were granted unconditional bail and will appear at the Old Bailey on 4 September 2026.
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Also affecting Haringey
Borough-wide and national stories that name Haringey or bear directly on it.
- Violent Crime · Enfield
Man wanted over Enfield fatal shooting may have changed appearance
Abreham Woldegiworgis, 35, is wanted by police investigating the fatal shooting of Erdem Mustafa, 35, at an Enfield pub on October 19. Detectives believe Woldegiworgis has significantly altered his appearance. A 23-year-old man has been arrested.
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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.
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Plumbing faults send human waste into London rivers
Plumbing errors are causing human waste and pollution to enter London's rivers and streams, with volunteer groups identifying numerous misconnected appliances discharging directly into waterways. Investigations on rivers including the Brent and Wandle have prompted emergency alerts to Thames Water.
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Community Safety · LondonHaringey Park Transformed by Community Group
A community group has revitalised Lordship Recreation Ground in Haringey, turning a neglected urban park into a biodiverse haven. The transformation, supported by significant funding, now offers residents improved access to nature and amenities, demonstrating the positive impact of local involvement.
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London crime falls 2.3% but Westminster sees highest rate
London recorded over 900,000 crimes in the past year, a 2.3% decrease. Westminster had the highest crime rate per person, while theft cases dropped significantly, though violence against the person offences increased.
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Courts · SouthwarkTwo teens jailed for eight years over Southwark stabbing death
Two teenagers have been sentenced to a total of eight years for their roles in the killing of 17-year-old Yeray Sanchez Morales. The attack took place on Old Kent Road in Southwark on August 27, 2025.
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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.
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Courts · LondonSimon Levy jailed for life for murders of two women in London
Simon Levy, 40, has been convicted of murdering two women and raping a third in London. The Met Police, British Transport Police and Crown Prosecution Service admitted failings in handling Levy, who was on bail as his attacks escalated. He will be sentenced on Wednesday at the Old Bailey.
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Community Safety · BrentBrent tops London for HMO fires as council tightens licensing
Brent Council has recorded the highest number of fires in houses of multiple occupation in London over the past 19 months. The borough, which has one of the capital’s largest HMO stocks, introduced stricter licensing in 2025 after inspections found dangerous conditions in many properties.
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