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Redbridge crime
35 stories from and about Redbridge, mostly courts, community safety, violent crime. The most recent ran on 29 October 2026. Page 2 of 2.
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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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