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35 stories from and about Redbridge, mostly courts, community safety, violent crime. The most recent ran on 29 October 2026. Page 1 of 2.
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Courts · RedbridgeRedbridge father dies after alleged cancer misdiagnosis
Bharat Gharu, 71, died in Redbridge after his stage four pancreatic cancer was allegedly misdiagnosed as pancreatitis. His daughter claims he suffered extreme pain and that the family has lodged formal complaints regarding the care received.
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Courts · RedbridgeRedbridge Council pays £20,000 to disabled man over unsuitable housing
Redbridge Council has paid £20,000 to a severely disabled man after he was housed in accommodation that was not wheelchair accessible. The man, identified as CPH, was forced to drag himself to the toilet due to the lack of adapted facilities.
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Violent Crime · RedbridgeThree arrested after Ilford double stabbing
Police have arrested three men following a double stabbing incident on Rutland Road in Ilford. Two men in their 20s were taken to hospital with stab wounds, while a third sustained minor injuries.
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Courts · RedbridgeTwo teenagers convicted over Gants Hill restaurant arson
Two 17-year-old boys have been convicted of arson with intent to endanger life after a "professionally planned" attack on the Indian Aroma restaurant in Gants Hill. Masked assailants doused customers in petrol before setting the room alight, causing severe, life-changing injuries.
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Courts · RedbridgePeople smuggler ordered to repay £290,000 or face more jail time
A Woodford Green man, jailed for leading a people smuggling network, has been ordered by a judge to hand over £290,000 in criminal profits. Md Mokter Hossain faces an extra two years in prison if he fails to pay the sum within three months.
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Violent Crime · RedbridgeMan found unconscious after Ilford altercation
A man in his 50s was found unconscious on the ground in Ilford after an altercation on Sunday, September 27. He was taken to hospital for treatment, and police are appealing for information. No arrests have been made.
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Community Safety · RedbridgeForest School staff to strike over pay cut plans
Catering staff and cleaners at Forest School in Snaresbrook, Redbridge, are set to strike for five days from September 28 over proposed pay cuts of up to 13.5 per cent. The union claims many affected workers do not receive the London Living Wage.
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Violent Crime · RedbridgePolice seek Ilford park dog walker after rape
Metropolitan Police are searching for a dog walker who assisted a woman following a rape in Goodmayes Park, Ilford. The man, who was walking a Staffordshire Terrier, is urged to contact officers urgently.
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Violent Crime · RedbridgeGoodmayes Park rape investigation continues with no arrests
Metropolitan Police are investigating reports of a rape in Goodmayes Park, Ilford, which is believed to have occurred between August 15 and August 16. The victim reported the incident on August 19, and no arrests have been made as of September 23. Officers are seeking a man walking a dog who assisted the victim.
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Courts · RedbridgeMan found to have fatally assaulted Elizabeth Line worker at Ilford station
A jury has found Ayodele Jamgbadi, 30, fatally assaulted Elizabeth Line worker Jorge Ortega, 61, at Ilford railway station. Mr Ortega died two days after the incident from a severe traumatic brain injury. Jamgbadi, who is unfit to stand trial due to mental health issues, has been given a Hospital Order and Restriction Order.
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Courts · RedbridgeRedbridge man unfit to plead to murder charge after station death
Ayodele Jamgbadi, 28, is accused of murder following the death of railway worker Jorge Ortega, 61, at Ilford station on December 4, 2024. Jamgbadi is unfit to plead, and a jury will determine if he inflicted the injuries that led to Mr Ortega's death two days later.
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Courts · RedbridgeIlford station worker's death: Trial of issue begins
A trial of issue is underway at Inner London Crown Court to determine if Ayodele Jamgbadi's alleged punch caused the death of Elizabeth Line assistant Jorge Ortega at Ilford station. Jamgbadi, 30, is unfit to plead.
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Courts · RedbridgeIlford station worker died after punch, jury told
An Elizabeth Line worker died after being punched once at Ilford Station, the Inner London Crown Court heard. Jorge Ortega, 61, suffered a fatal brain injury on December 4, 2024. Ayodele Jamgbadi, 28, is charged with murder but is unfit to stand trial.
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Ilford police seek man Balasankar Narayanan who absconded from care
Metropolitan Police officers are seeking the public's assistance to find Balasankar Narayanan, 46, who absconded from a care facility in Ilford. He was last seen in South Park on Thursday, 3 September.
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Community Safety · RedbridgeGuide Dogs centre in Woodford Green opens to public
Guide Dogs is opening its Woodford Green training centre to the public for tours from September. The facility, operating for 40 years, houses around 75 trainee guide dogs and supports those waiting for assistance animals.
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Community Safety · Redbridge600m litres of sewage enter River Roding yearly
An estimated 600 million litres of sewage-contaminated water are entering the River Roding and its tributaries each year. Environmental groups have identified Cran Brook as the most significant source, urging local authorities and Thames Water to address the issue.
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Courts · RedbridgeNo inquest for student killed by rapper Ghetts
A full inquest will not be held into the death of Yubin Tamang, who was killed in a hit-and-run by rapper Ghetts. The rapper, real name Justin Clarke-Samuel, was speeding and over the drink-drive limit when he struck the 20-year-old student.
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Community Safety · RedbridgeFirm and directors fined £21,807 for fly-tipping at Redbridge nature reserve
A property firm and its directors have been ordered to pay over £21,000 in fines and costs for dumping construction waste and household items at Aldborough Hall Nature Reserve in Redbridge. RCGY Prop Ltd, along with directors Hasan Yaman and Ruhui Chowdhury, pleaded guilty to environmental offences.
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Transport Crime · RedbridgePerson dies after train collision at Chadwell Heath station
A person died after being hit by a train at Chadwell Heath station on 13 August 2026. Emergency services sealed off Station Road and suspended Elizabeth Line services between Whitechapel and Shenfield for over an hour. Police confirmed the incident is not being treated as suspicious.
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Courts · RedbridgeIlford couple jailed for manslaughter after drugging two men to death
An Ilford couple have been convicted of manslaughter after drugging two men with gamma-butyrolactone (GBL), leading to their deaths. Gary Mouat, 37, and Malcolm King, 80, died after being poisoned during arranged meetings. The nine-year-old son of one victim told the court the killers had 'ruined my life'.
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Also affecting Redbridge
Borough-wide and national stories that name Redbridge or bear directly on it.
LatestJeremy Corbyn's party eyes London Mayor 2028 election
Jeremy Corbyn's political party, Your Party, is considering fielding a candidate in the 2028 London Mayoral election. The party aims to establish branches in two-thirds of London's boroughs soon. Reform UK has already named its candidate.
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Community Safety · HaveringHavering bin workers to strike over conditions
Over 40 refuse workers in Havering are set to strike for five days from October 26 to 30. The Unite union is leading the action, citing excessive workloads, fatigue, and lower pay rates compared to neighbouring boroughs.
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Crime Data · Tower HamletsTower Hamlets records most east London crime reports in September
Tower Hamlets recorded the highest number of crime reports in east London during September 2026, with 3,462 incidents logged by the Metropolitan Police. Theft was the most frequent offence, accounting for 1,220 of these reports.
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Courts · City of LondonAndy Carroll reveals sexual assault by 'celebrity mate'
Former England striker Andy Carroll has disclosed in his new autobiography, 'Owning It', that he was sexually assaulted in 2021 by an acquaintance. The perpetrator received a three-year prison sentence and was placed on the National Sex Offender Register.
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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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Violent Crime · LondonPolice cordon George Lane in South Woodford after forensics called
A police cordon was established around a Co-op store on George Lane in South Woodford on Tuesday evening. Forensics teams were dispatched to the scene as officers cordoned off the road.
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Crime Data · LondonTower Hamlets leads east London crime reports in August
Tower Hamlets recorded the most crime reports in east London in August with 3,526 offences, primarily theft. This marks a shift from July when Newham had the highest count. Overall crime in east London decreased by 8.41 per cent.
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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.
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Transport Crime · LondonReform politician backs bus driver campaign over 'Victorian' conditions
London bus drivers are facing 'Victorian' conditions, according to Reform politician Keith Prince, who has backed a campaign for improved welfare and fatigue management. A union survey revealed significant driver sleepiness and near misses due to exhaustion.
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Policing · Waltham ForestWaltham Forest to fund Met Police coroner officers from 2028
Waltham Forest Council will begin contributing to the salaries of Metropolitan Police coroner officers from the 2028/29 financial year as part of a new agreement. The Met faces a significant budget deficit, necessitating a shift in funding for the service which supports families dealing with unexpected deaths.
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Violent Crime · LondonFive Barnet and east London men convicted in £13.8m cannabis smuggling plot
Five men from Barnet, Newham, Waltham Forest and Redbridge were convicted of smuggling £13.8m worth of cannabis into the UK. The gang, intercepted at Birmingham Airport, used Apple AirTags to track suitcases filled with drugs flown from Thailand via Paris. Sentencing dates are set for September and October.
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Transport Crime · LondonIlford Station trains cancelled after police operation
Trains were cancelled at Ilford Station on 12 August 2026 after police gathered outside. British Transport Police said the disruption followed an incident near the station, with no further details released. Services were suspended for several hours.
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Crime Data · LondonNewham tops east London crime reports in July 2026
Newham recorded the highest number of criminal offences in east London in July 2026, with 3,759 reports. Theft led the crime types, while Barking and Dagenham had the fewest cases. Police data shows a rise in crime across most boroughs compared to June.
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Crime Data · LondonNewham records highest crime rate in east London for first half of 2026
Newham reported 20,924 criminal offences in the first six months of 2026, the highest among east London boroughs. Theft was the most common crime, with 6,489 cases, while violence against the person dominated in Redbridge and other boroughs.
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