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Man jailed for 16 years over ULEZ camera bomb
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 14:053 min readA 64-year-old man has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for detonating a homemade explosive device next to an Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) camera in Sidcup. The blast caused damage to a nearby car and a child's bedroom window.Read more
Coroner Warns of Further Deaths After Newham Centre KillingCourts—2 Oct 2026, 13:463 min readA man was unlawfully killed at Newham Mental Health Centre in January 2023. A coroner has issued a Prevention of Future Deaths report to the East London NHS Foundation Trust and NHS England, citing neglect and repeated failings in patient care.
Mayfair stabbing: Man admits attempted robbery and woundingCourts—2 Oct 2026, 14:252 min readA 58-year-old man has admitted stabbing another man in Mayfair during an attempted robbery. Ivan Stringer pleaded guilty to wounding with intent and attempted robbery at Southwark Crown Court. He will be sentenced on October 9.
Motorhead guitarist Phil Campbell died from multi-organ failure
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 12:463 min readAn inquest has determined that Motorhead guitarist Phil Campbell died from multi-organ failure. The musician, who had undergone multiple surgeries at London's Royal Free Hospital, passed away on March 13.
Tommy Robinson faces harassment trial at Southwark Crown Court
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 12:462 min readTommy Robinson, also known as Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, appeared at Southwark Crown Court on Friday. He faces two charges of harassment causing fear of violence, related to alleged actions targeting MailOnline reporters Andrew Young and Jacob Dirnhuber in August 2024.
People smuggler ordered to repay £290,000 or face more jail time
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 11:453 min readA 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.
Bromley midwife banned after threats and inadequate pain relief
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 07:053 min readA midwife has been banned from her profession after threatening a mother during childbirth and failing to provide adequate pain relief. Adenike Simiat Balogun-Sadiq's misconduct occurred at Princess Royal University Hospital in Bromley in July 2019.
Driver jailed 12 years for fatal Walthamstow crash
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 07:053 min readBlerim Manallari has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for causing death by dangerous driving after a high-speed collision in Walthamstow. The crash on 24 March 2024 killed 20-year-old Abdul Hasseeb Akram and left two teenage passengers with serious injuries. Manallari was driving at approximately 62mph in a 20mph zone when he collided head-on with another vehicle.
Man jailed for 10 months for exposure and assaulting officer
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 20:252 min readTripurari Sobhai, 52, has been jailed for 10 months for exposing himself on Strand-on-the-Green and assaulting an emergency worker. New evidence was key to his arrest and subsequent conviction.
Grenfell prosecutions: CPS to decide on charges within eight months
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 19:453 min readProsecutors will decide within eight months whether to bring charges over the Grenfell Tower fire. The Ministry of Housing and Kensington and Chelsea council are among those being considered for potential corporate manslaughter and health and safety breaches.Serial rapist Sunny Islam may move to open prison
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 19:053 min readSerial rapist Sunny Islam, convicted in 2012 for violent attacks on women and a teenager in east London, is being considered for a move to an open prison. The Parole Board recommended the transfer, citing his progress, but the final decision rests with the Secretary of State.David Sullivan sues BBC for over £150m
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 18:053 min readDavid Sullivan is suing the BBC for over £150 million at the High Court. The lawsuit follows a June Panorama documentary that detailed allegations of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour from seven women. Sullivan resigned as joint chairman of West Ham before the programme aired.
Woman gets suspended sentence for Wood Green bank knife threat and assault
Courts—2 Oct 2026, 12:463 min readAnnette Johnson, 65, has been given a suspended prison sentence after pulling a knife in a Wood Green bank and throwing a hot drink at a police officer. The incidents occurred on January 27 and 28.
Kensington and Chelsea Tenant Management Organisation faces manslaughter charge
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 15:473 min readThe Kensington and Chelsea Tenant Management Organisation (KCTMO) has confirmed it is facing a corporate manslaughter charge in connection with the Grenfell Tower fire. The Met Police has submitted evidence files to the Crown Prosecution Service concerning individuals and companies.
Burglar jailed 18 years for killing pensioner
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 16:054 min readA prolific burglar has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for killing an 86-year-old man in his Hackney home. Ashley Malcolm headbutted John Burke during a burglary in September 2025, leading to the pensioner's death from a fractured nose and intercranial bleeding.
Hackney man jailed 18 years for manslaughter of 86-year-old John Burke
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 16:052 min readAshley Malcolm has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the manslaughter of 86-year-old John Burke. Malcolm broke into Mr Burke's Hackney home, assaulted him, and ransacked his bedroom, leading to the great-grandfather's death days later.Man charged with murder after fatal Liverpool Street assault
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 16:052 min readJeremiah Maximo, 38, has been charged with murder, manslaughter and affray in connection with the death of Thomas Jewitt, 32. The alleged assault occurred at Liverpool Street Underground station on August 30. Maximo appeared at Inner London Crown Court and has been remanded in custody.
Met Police 'resisting' full inquest into Chris Kaba shooting, court told
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 14:463 min readThe Metropolitan Police is reportedly opposing a full inquest into the death of Chris Kaba, who was shot by an officer in Streatham in September 2022. The Kaba family's legal team told Southwark Coroner's Court that the force's stance is 'disappointing and misguided'.Train driver sped up after red signal before fatal crash
Courts—1 Oct 2026, 14:064 min readShaun Burton, a train driver, died when his London-bound service collided with a stationary train near Bedford on June 19. Investigators found his train accelerated after passing a red signal, with the emergency brake applied seconds before impact. Over 160 passengers were injured.