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70 Volkswagen badges stolen in four-day south-east London crime spree
Crime Data—9 Aug 2026, 15:064 min readAround 70 Volkswagen vehicles had badges and radar sensors stolen in Lewisham, Catford, Forest Hill and nearby areas between 15 and 19 July. Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing and asked residents to report any further incidents or information.Read more
Met Police officer drives seized £3.7m Ferrari through Mayfair in convoyPolicing—9 Aug 2026, 15:054 min readA Metropolitan Police officer drove a seized Ferrari Monza SP2, valued at £3.7 million, through Mayfair accompanied by a police convoy. The car was confiscated at a supercar meet near Hyde Park Corner on Saturday. The Met seized 70 supercars worth £7 million in a single weekend last year, many uninsured or linked to anti-social driving.
Thornton Heath woman banned for 10 years after dog starved to deathCourts—9 Aug 2026, 12:464 min readA Thornton Heath resident has been banned from owning dogs for a decade after her four-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier was euthanised due to severe emaciation. Ebony Hoyte-Griffith was sentenced at Croydon Magistrates’ Court on 24 July for failing to provide adequate nutrition and veterinary care.
David Sullivan attends West Ham match despite stadium advice to stay away
Latest—9 Aug 2026, 11:064 min readWest Ham co-owner David Sullivan attended Saturday’s Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth at London Stadium, ignoring advice to stay away. The venue cited safeguarding concerns and potential protests after seven women accused him of sexually exploitative behaviour in a BBC Panorama and The Times investigation.
Peckham High Street stabbing suspect and victim both arrested after 3.45am attack
Violent Crime—9 Aug 2026, 10:053 min readA man in his 40s was taken to hospital after being attacked with a glass bottle on Peckham High Street on 8 August 2026. Both the victim and a man in his 30s were arrested after police recovered a knife and treated an injured officer at the scene. The bus stop remained cordoned until mid-morning.
Irish passenger charged after BA flight attendant restrains him on Heathrow-Las Vegas route
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 10:054 min readA British Airways flight attendant restrained a drunken passenger on flight BA275 from Heathrow to Las Vegas on 6 August 2026. Armed Metropolitan Police officers escorted Emmet Moynihan, 31, off the aircraft after the incident, which forced the plane to abort take-off.
Manhunt after woman sexually assaulted in West Barnes, Sutton
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 09:464 min readA woman was sexually assaulted in West Barnes shortly before midnight on Thursday. Police have launched a manhunt for a suspect described as about 5ft 9in, aged around 30, and riding a pedal-assisted e-bike. Officers are increasing patrols in the area and appealing for witnesses.
Met PC Akbar Arabi dismissed after driving BMW uninsured in Fitzrovia
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 08:064 min readPC Akbar Arabi was dismissed from the Metropolitan Police and barred from future policing roles after being stopped driving a BMW without a licence, insurance or ID in Fitzrovia. A disciplinary hearing ruled his conduct breached professional standards.
Simon Levy convicted of two murders and 11 sex attacks on London transport
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 20:256 min readSimon Levy, 40, was convicted of murdering two women and raping another while on bail. British Transport Police missed opportunities to recall him to prison after failing to organise an identity parade for three sexual assaults in October 2024. He is due to be sentenced on 12 August.
Met Police treat Croydon woman's death as unexplained after arrest
Policing—8 Aug 2026, 17:464 min readMet Police have not launched a murder investigation after Nicole Beling was found dead in Croydon. A 61-year-old man was arrested twice and remains on bail. Detectives are appealing for witnesses as the cause of death remains unclear.
Nicole Beling, 60, found dead in Croydon home as man bailed
Policing—8 Aug 2026, 17:064 min readA 60-year-old woman was found dead at her Croydon home after being reported missing. A 61-year-old man has been arrested twice and remains on bail while detectives investigate the unexplained death. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
Man arrested after Peckham garden fire triggers road closures
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 17:253 min readA man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out in a garden on Mission Place, Peckham, on 8 August. Police and the London Fire Brigade evacuated the area and closed roads between Peckham High Street and Commercial Way. No injuries were reported, and investigations continue.
Four men arrested after gun fired in Croydon machete chase
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 16:254 min readMetropolitan Police arrested four men after witnesses reported a group wielding machetes and a firearm being discharged in Thornton Heath on 7 August. No injuries were recorded at the scene, and the suspects remain in custody.
Man arrested after Harrow town centre assault leaves victim in hospital
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 15:454 min readA man was arrested after an early-morning assault outside Trinity Bar on Station Road, Harrow, left a 31-year-old victim hospitalised. Police cordoned off the area and are appealing for witnesses to contact them with information about the incident on 8 August 2026.
Parvez Rahman charged with attempted murder after Stepney Green cyclist hit
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 14:083 min readA 33-year-old Tower Hamlets man has been charged with attempted murder after a cyclist was struck by a car on Aylward Street in Stepney Green. The victim, a man in his 50s, was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and remains in critical condition. Rahman is due at the Old Bailey on 4 September.
Three wanted men linked to London crimes including rape and murder
Crime Data—8 Aug 2026, 13:065 min readAlexandru Oprea was sentenced to over 11 years for rape but failed to attend his trial. Pierre Thompson is wanted in connection with the murder of Simon Whyte in Stonebridge. Reece Westley Jillings is sought over cocaine conspiracy as part of Met Police's Operation Detox.
Alexandru Oprea jailed for 11 years after rape conviction in Barnet-linked case
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 12:254 min readAlexandru Oprea, who has links to Barnet, was sentenced to over 11 years in prison for rape, sexual assaults and indecent exposure. He was convicted in absentia after failing to attend his trial in June 2026. Police urge the public not to approach him if seen.
Ashley Wallace convicted of murdering Tyrece Balcha in Wembley nightclub shooting
Courts—8 Aug 2026, 10:464 min readAshley Wallace has been found guilty of murder and firearm possession after shooting Tyrece Balcha outside a Wembley nightclub in September 2025. The Old Bailey jury reached the verdict on 7 August 2026 following a trial that relied on CCTV, DNA and ballistic evidence. Sentencing is pending.
Richmond Park deer feeding banned after stag attacks risk warning
Policing—8 Aug 2026, 10:264 min readRoyal Parks has warned feeding deer in Richmond Park is illegal and dangerous after videos showed visitors approaching 200kg stags. The Met disbanded the Royal Parks Police in 2025, prompting concerns from Richmond Council about increased vulnerability to crime and antisocial behaviour.