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Man arrested in 'Putney pusher' case found dead
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 16:253 min readNicholas Brandram, 44, who was arrested in connection with the 2017 'Putney pusher' incident, was found dead at his Chiswick home on September 15, 2026. An inquest into his death has been suspended.Read more
Earl Spencer apologises to Piers Morgan over Diana book errorCourts—22 Sept 2026, 16:253 min readEarl Spencer has apologised to broadcaster Piers Morgan for an error in his memoir, 'Swan Song: Diana, My Sister', concerning the publication of Princess Diana's gym photographs. Morgan is pursuing legal action against Spencer and his publisher.
Air India crash victim's family urges PM actionCourts—22 Sept 2026, 16:052 min readMiten Patel, whose parents died in the Air India crash on 12 June 2025, has written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham. He highlighted the "catastrophic handling" of the incident, including commingled remains and the wrong caskets being sent to families.
Restore Britain candidate's nominator made antisemitic remarks
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 16:063 min readPatrick McGinnis, who nominated Restore Britain's candidate for the Camden by-election, made antisemitic remarks in a 2024 video, stating 'Jewish ideas have ruined the country' and 'Zionists control the media'. The video was posted online from a National Housing Party account.
Tim Westwood faces two new sexual offence charges
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 15:453 min readTim Westwood has been charged with two further sexual offences, including indecent assault in Hammersmith and Fulham in 1991 and sexual assault in Wandsworth in 2004. The Crown Prosecution Service authorised the charges following a Metropolitan Police investigation. Westwood denies all allegations and is already facing trial for multiple other charges.Convictions quashed for men jailed on corrupt detective's evidence
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 13:463 min readTwo men convicted in 1976 of stealing mailbags have had their convictions overturned by the Court of Appeal. The convictions were based on the evidence of Detective Sergeant Derek Ridgewell, who was later jailed for corruption. This brings the total number of convictions overturned due to his misconduct to 15.
George Galloway called 'glory seeker' over Holborn and St Pancras by-election bid
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 13:463 min readGeorge Galloway has been labelled a "glory seeker" by Baroness Jenny Jones, a senior Green parliamentarian, who questioned his impact on the Holborn and St Pancras by-election. Galloway's party responded by challenging Baroness Jones's qualifications.Doctor charged with genocide offences in UK court
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 12:463 min readDr Vincent Brown, also known as Dr Vincent Bajinya, has appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court charged with genocide-related offences. The charges follow a seven-year British investigation into the 1994 Rwandan genocide and have been sent to the Old Bailey.
Man died in Thames after taking magic mushrooms
Courts—22 Sept 2026, 10:053 min readA young chef who had taken a significant quantity of magic mushrooms jumped into the River Thames near Battersea Park, an inquest heard. Joe Emanuel Cuaspa Vargas was seen struggling in the water before his body was found days later. His family raised concerns about the police investigation.South London criminals jailed for over 40 years in September
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 21:054 min readA series of serious criminal cases concluded in September 2026, with multiple south London residents receiving significant prison sentences. Convictions included kidnapping, attempted rape, child sex offences, and violent assault.
Former Barnet Council leader arrested, replaced as Reform UK chief
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 19:053 min readDan Thomas, former leader of Barnet Council, has been replaced as head of Reform UK in Wales following his arrest on suspicion of assault and controlling behaviour. He denies any wrongdoing and was bailed pending further enquiries.
Islington Man Charged in First UK Rwanda Genocide Case
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 18:053 min readAn Islington man, Dr Vincent Brown, also known as Bajinya, has been charged with offences linked to the 1994 Rwandan genocide. He is the first person in the UK to face such charges and remains in custody.
Kulusevski speeding case adjourned
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 17:052 min readTottenham winger Dejan Kulusevski's sentencing for speeding has been adjourned by magistrates. The player has 18 points on his licence and faces a potential driving ban after being caught speeding in the Limehouse Link tunnel.
Lady Chief Justice joins Women in Leadership panel at Mansion House
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readThe Lady Chief Justice, Baroness Carr, participated in a 'Women in Leadership' panel event at Mansion House on Friday 11 September. Chaired by the Lady Mayor, Dame Susan Langley, the discussion focused on representation and institutional change.
Two Charged Over Croydon Town Centre Knife Fight
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readTwo men have been charged with affray and possession of an offensive weapon following a knife fight in Croydon town centre. The incident occurred on Church Street on Thursday, September 10, and was captured on video. Both appeared at Croydon Magistrates' Court.
George Galloway contests by-election from South Africa
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 14:053 min readGeorge Galloway is contesting the Holborn and St Pancras by-election from South Africa, his party stated. He is awaiting confirmation from the Home Office to campaign on the ground. Galloway and his wife were previously stopped by counter-terrorism officers at Gatwick Airport.Man serving life sentence accused of attacking prison officer
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 15:253 min readAxel Rudakubana, who is serving a life sentence for murder, is accused of throwing boiling water mixed with sugar at a prison officer at Belmarsh prison. He appeared via video link from Broadmoor psychiatric hospital.Thief wanted after stealing phone from vulnerable man near Liverpool Street
Courts—21 Sept 2026, 12:463 min readCity of London Police are seeking Paul Langan, 58, who stole a mobile phone from a vulnerable man near Liverpool Street station. He pleaded guilty to the offence but failed to attend court for sentencing.