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Serial shoplifter jailed for £2,346 of stolen goods
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 14:462 min readA serial shoplifter who stole cleaning products worth £2,346 from a Kensington and Chelsea Sainsbury's has been jailed for 18 weeks. Garth Murphy pleaded guilty to 14 offences and was banned from the SW5 postcode.Read more
Sutton man recalled to prison after probation meeting lapseCourts—13 Oct 2026, 13:463 min readA Sutton man, Roman Scott, has been recalled to prison after attending his first probation meeting intoxicated and falling asleep. He had been released early from a 17-month sentence for public exposure and sex offender register offences.
Prisoners Released Early from HMP Wandsworth Face Reoffending ConcernsCourts—13 Oct 2026, 12:463 min readHundreds of prisoners, including from HMP Wandsworth, were released early as part of a government measure to prevent the criminal justice system from collapsing. However, concerns have been raised about prolific offenders reoffending shortly after their release.
Wandsworth prison nurse admits misconduct with inmate
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 12:462 min readA prison nurse has admitted to misconduct in a public office after engaging in an inappropriate relationship with an inmate at HMP Wandsworth. The nurse and inmate will be sentenced in February.Man dies after falling ill in Westminster custody
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 12:052 min readA 42-year-old man has died after becoming unwell in custody at Charing Cross police station in Westminster. Officers found him unresponsive in his cell on 2 October. The IOPC is investigating the actions of custody staff.Nine deny factory raid charges at Old Bailey
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 12:054 min readNine individuals are on trial at the Old Bailey facing charges of criminal damage, burglary with intent, and violent disorder. They are accused of targeting Instro Precision, a company linked to Elbit Systems, in an early morning raid on June 17, 2024.
Man dies after being found unresponsive in Charing Cross police cell
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 11:052 min readA 42-year-old man has died after being found unresponsive in a police cell at Charing Cross Police Station. He was discovered unwell during a cell check and later died in hospital. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating.
Shakhtar Donetsk to seek compensation from Tottenham over Manor Solomon transfer
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 09:252 min readShakhtar Donetsk plans to seek compensation from Tottenham Hotspur regarding winger Manor Solomon. The Ukrainian club claims a verbal agreement was made for a portion of any future sale after Solomon joined Spurs on a free transfer in July 2023.
Parole hearing resumes for Baby P mother Tracey Connelly on Tuesday
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 03:053 min readTracey Connelly, the mother of the child known as Baby P, will face a public parole hearing on Tuesday. The Standard reports the session will be livestreamed, with the panel set to decide her future custody after a recall in August 2024.Met Police Chief Warns of Criminal Justice System Strain
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 22:054 min readThe head of the Metropolitan Police, Sir Mark Rowley, has described the criminal justice system as being under "massive strain". He cited years of funding cuts and Covid-19 backlogs, leading to nearly 500 London cases set for trial in 2030 and 36 firearms defendants on bail.Andy Carroll thanks public after speaking out on sexual assault
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 08:253 min readFormer England striker Andy Carroll has publicly thanked supporters after disclosing he was sexually assaulted by a man at his home in 2021. The perpetrator, Kevin Adams, was jailed for 20 months in 2023. Carroll discussed the assault and its impact in his autobiography and on a podcast.Freddie Foreman, Kray associate, dies aged 94
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 20:463 min readFreddie Foreman, a criminal figure associated with the Kray twins, has died at the age of 94. He was jailed for his role in the 1983 Security Express robbery and served a total of 16 years in prison for various offences.Security for politicians and royals to be reviewed
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 20:463 min readAn independent review into security arrangements for politicians and royals has been announced by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood. The review, led by Sir Stephen Lovegrove, follows the killing of Ann Widdecombe and an alleged terror plot against Nigel Farage.Abramovich associate misled court in £1bn oil case, documents suggest
Courts—13 Oct 2026, 08:454 min readLeaked documents suggest Eugene Tenenbaum, a close associate of Roman Abramovich, may have misled a UK court in 2008 during a £1bn legal battle over Siberian oil fields. Tenenbaum's evidence concerned his awareness of share dilutions in a joint venture.
Brent man reoffends within 24 hours of early prison release
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 18:453 min readA man from Brent was released from prison under an early release scheme and allegedly committed further offences within 24 hours. Michael Bogle admitted four shoplifting offences and was returned to custody, prompting concerns from police about the impact on communities.Housekeeper denies stealing Princess Firyal's jewellery
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 17:263 min readA housekeeper on trial at Southwark Crown Court denies stealing jewellery from Princess Firyal Irshaid's Belgravia home. The defendant alleges the princess frequently accused staff of theft, and claims she was unaware any possessions were stolen.
Teenager jailed for five years for rape at Romford station
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 17:073 min readTommi Harwood has been sentenced to five years in prison for raping a girl at Romford station. The attack occurred in September 2024 when Harwood was 16. He was found guilty following a trial at Snaresbrook Crown Court.
Ex-Grenfell housing chief leaves Barnet Homes role
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 17:063 min readLaura Johnson, who led housing at Kensington and Chelsea during the Grenfell Tower fire, has left her position at Barnet Homes. Her appointment had drawn strong criticism from Grenfell survivors and bereaved families.
Greenwich burglar jailed for two years
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 16:462 min readLee Dwyer-Clark has been sentenced to two years in prison for burgling a family home in Greenwich on June 7. He was found in the homeowner's van at the scene and admitted being under the influence of drugs.