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35 stories from and about Harrow, mostly courts, violent crime, latest. The most recent ran on 14 September 2026. Page 1 of 2.
Reported from Harrow
Courts · HarrowKhloe Simmonds jailed for seven years for false rape claims
Khloe Simmonds, 26, has been sentenced to seven and a half years in prison for perverting the course of justice. She made false claims of sexual assault between 2018 and 2026, leading to significant police resources being diverted.
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Transport Crime · HarrowOnlyFans creator earns thousands from suggestive London Underground stunts
An OnlyFans creator from Harrow is reportedly earning thousands of pounds each month by performing suggestive stunts on the London Underground. Imi Angelica, 23, stated she adheres to byelaws and does not film when children are present, while Transport for London reminded customers of behavioural rules.
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Courts · HarrowHarrow Council pays £800 for EHCP failures
Harrow Council has been ordered to pay £800 and issue an apology following findings by the Local Government Ombudsman. The council failed to complete a key stage transfer review of a child's Education, Health and Care Plan by the legal deadline, delaying suitable education provision.
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Violent Crime · HarrowThree men arrested on suspicion of kidnapping in Harrow
Three men have been arrested in Harrow on suspicion of kidnapping and false imprisonment. The incident is believed to have occurred on August 13, with police receiving a report on August 17 and making the arrests on August 20. Investigations by the Metropolitan Police are ongoing.
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Courts · HarrowEx-teacher Sally-Anne Bowen found not guilty of one indecent assault charge
Sally-Anne Bowen, 65, is on trial at Harrow Crown Court accused of indecently assaulting two boys under 16. The jury has been directed to find her not guilty of one count, though she denies all seven charges.
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Community Safety · HarrowHarrow cancels fines without bodycam proof from 1 September
Harrow Council will invalidate all fines issued without bodycam footage from 1 September, following the sacking of two enforcement officers for misconduct. A new dedicated team will begin patrols with stricter camera rules and 40% of footage audited for six months.
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Violent Crime · HarrowBruke Besalagne convicted of raping pensioner outside Harrow church
A jury at Harrow Crown Court found Bruke Besalagne guilty of raping an elderly man outside St John’s Church, Harrow, shortly after midnight on 23 July 2025. The victim was described as defenceless by police. Besalagne, who had no fixed abode, was arrested at the scene and remanded in custody.
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Violent Crime · HarrowMan stabbed in Wealdstone park suffers life-changing injuries
A 25-year-old man was stabbed in Byron Park, Wealdstone, in the early hours of 16 August 2026. Police confirmed his injuries are potentially life-changing. The crime scene at Belmont Road and Sancroft Road remains cordoned off while investigations continue.
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Violent Crime · Harrow18-year-old arrested after knife threat and police assault on Metropolitan line
An 18-year-old man was arrested at Harrow-on-the-Hill station on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and assaulting a police officer. The man became unwell during transfer to custody and was taken to hospital before being discharged and held in police custody.
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Former Finchley teacher on trial for indecent assault of two pupils in 1980s
A former teacher at Christ's College in Finchley is on trial at Harrow Crown Court accused of indecent assault against two boys in the late 1980s. Sally-Anne Bowen, 65, denies exploiting her position to engage in sexual relationships with pupils aged 14 and 15. The trial continues.
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Violent Crime · HarrowMan in 20s stabbed in Wealdstone street in broad daylight
A man in his 20s was stabbed on The Cross Way in Wealdstone at 10:35 on 10 August. He was taken to a major trauma centre with non-life-changing injuries. Police arrested a 29-year-old man and are asking witnesses to come forward.
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Violent Crime · HarrowMan stabbed in Harrow Weald taken to major trauma centre
A man was stabbed in broad daylight on The Cross Way in Harrow Weald and taken to a major trauma centre. Emergency services, including London’s Air Ambulance, attended the scene. Police have maintained a cordon while investigating the incident.
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Violent Crime · HarrowMan arrested after Harrow town centre assault leaves victim in hospital
A man was arrested after an early-morning assault outside Trinity Bar on Station Road, Harrow, left a 31-year-old victim hospitalised. Police cordoned off the area and are appealing for witnesses to contact them with information about the incident on 8 August 2026.
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Also affecting Harrow
Borough-wide and national stories that name Harrow or bear directly on it.
Courts · NewhamPatient unlawfully killed at Newham mental health centre
An inquest has found Hugo Flint-Cahan was unlawfully killed at Newham Mental Health Centre, with neglect by staff contributing to his death. The East London NHS Trust faces scrutiny over repeated failures and falsified records.
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Violent Crime · BarnetTwo men charged with rape after Sunny Hill Park incident, remanded in custody
Metropolitan Police responded to a rape report at Sunny Hill Park, Hendon, at 12:33 am on 7 September 2026. Khanzada Afghan and Mohammad Nejad were arrested, charged and remanded. Their next hearing is set for Harrow Crown Court on 22 September 2026.
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Man admits murdering mother of seven 28 years ago
Trevor Dunkley, 66, has admitted murdering Patricia Lashley in 1998, 28 years after she disappeared near her home in Dudley. He also pleaded guilty to preventing her lawful burial. Dunkley confessed to police that he killed Ms Lashley and disposed of her body.
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Courts · BarnetEx-teacher Sally Anne Bowen convicted of indecent assault
A former science teacher at Christ's College in Finchley, Sally Anne Bowen, has been convicted of seven counts of indecent assault against two former pupils. The crimes occurred in 1988 and were brought to light after a podcast investigation unearthed new witnesses.
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LatestIan Cornish banned from teaching for life after sex offences
Former Ewell Castle School teacher Ian Cornish has been banned from teaching for life after being convicted of three sex offences involving a 13-year-old boy between May and November 2018. He was sentenced to four years in prison on January 10, 2023.
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Violent Crime · Kensington and ChelseaKarnell Kelly dies after police chase into canal at Notting Hill Carnival
Karnell Kelly, 25, has died after entering a canal during a police chase at Notting Hill Carnival. Officers pulled him from the water on Sunday, August 31, and he later died in hospital. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating.
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Policing · WestminsterIOPC probes police contact before man's canal death
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating police contact with Karnell Kelly, 25, who died after running from officers and entering the Grand Union Canal near Harrow Road. The investigation is ongoing.
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Community Safety · LondonBarnet homes still polluting River Brent via misconnections
Two housing developments in Barnet and two in Harrow continue to discharge waste into surface drains due to illegal plumbing misconnections. A new pilot project funded by the mayor of London aims to tackle this issue, which is impacting the River Brent.
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Policing · BarnetAnthony McGregor escapes Willesden court, police hunt in Harrow and Wealdstone
Anthony McGregor, sentenced to 18 weeks for stalking and assault, escaped from Willesden Magistrates’ Court on 26 August 2026. Police believe he is in the Harrow and Wealdstone area and have launched a manhunt, urging residents to report sightings immediately.
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Violent Crime · Kensington and ChelseaMan dies after canal entry during Notting Hill Carnival
A man in his 20s has died after entering a canal near Meanwhile Gardens during Notting Hill Carnival. Police pursued the man before he entered the water, and a rescue attempt was made by officers and the public. The Metropolitan Police will refer the incident to the IOPC.
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Courts · BarnetFinchley Teacher Found Guilty of Indecent Assaults
Sally-Anne Bowen, a former teacher at Christ's College in Finchley, has been found guilty of seven counts of indecent assault against two pupils. The assaults took place in the late 1980s when the victims were teenagers. Bowen, 65, was granted bail and awaits sentencing.
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Courts · BarnetTeacher convicted of indecently assaulting two pupils
Chemistry teacher Sally-Anne Bowen has been convicted of indecently assaulting two male pupils at Christ's College in Finchley. A jury at Harrow Crown Court found her guilty of seven counts after hearing evidence of sexual encounters in the late 1980s.
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Community Safety · Barking and DagenhamDagenham fire victims still homeless two years on
More than 80 residents of the Spectrum Building in Dagenham were made homeless by a fire on 26 August 2024. Two years later, many are still paying mortgages on their destroyed homes while awaiting insurance payouts and facing an uncertain future.
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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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Courts · BarnetGolders Green memorial wall arsonist admits guilt
Ali Fallahi, 46, from Ilford has admitted to an arson attack at a memorial wall in Golders Green. The fire occurred on April 27 at a memorial cabinet on Limes Avenue, established by the Miga Rally community group. Sentencing is scheduled for October 16 at Harrow Crown Court.
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Courts · BarnetFinchley teacher denies seven indecent assaults on pupils in 1980s
A former chemistry teacher at a Finchley boys’ school has denied seven counts of indecent assault against two pupils in the late 1980s. Sally-Anne Bowen told jurors she was 'too friendly' but never inappropriate. The trial continues at Harrow Crown Court.
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Courts · BarnetBarnet teacher denies eight indecent assault charges from 1980s
A former chemistry teacher at a Barnet boys’ school denies eight counts of indecent assault against two pupils in the late 1980s. The trial at Harrow Crown Court heard allegations of flirtatious behaviour, sexual discussions in class, and a mother’s complaint about a planned trip abroad.
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Violent Crime · LondonFinsbury Park manhunt after pensioner dies in botched burglary
A 75-year-old woman died in hospital after a burglary at her Finsbury Park home on 10 August. Police have launched a manhunt for the suspect, while a crime scene remains on Evershot Road. Violent crime across London has dropped by 14% in the past 12 months.
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Courts · LewishamKevin Kelenda loses murder appeal, 17-year minimum term stands
Kevin Kelenda, convicted of murdering Tyrone Pinnock in Brent in October 2023, has failed in his appeal against conviction and sentence. Appeal judges upheld the life term with a 17-year minimum, rejecting claims that a live video link from prison denied him a fair trial.
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Crime Data · LondonThree wanted men linked to London crimes including rape and murder
Alexandru Oprea was sentenced to over 11 years for rape but failed to attend his trial. Pierre Thompson is wanted in connection with the murder of Simon Whyte in Stonebridge. Reece Westley Jillings is sought over cocaine conspiracy as part of Met Police's Operation Detox.
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