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Royal admits child neglect after being found unconscious
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 16:462 min readMahrah Al Nahyan, a member of the Abu Dhabi royal family, admitted child neglect at Southwark Crown Court. She was found unconscious in west London on June 13 with a toddler under her care playing barefoot near a busy road.Read moreKingston Market Reopens Partially After Devastating FireCommunity Safety—19 Oct 2026, 15:463 min readKingston-upon-Thames' historic 800-year-old market is partially reopening after a fire on October 6 destroyed several stalls. Eight people were evacuated during the blaze, which is believed to have started in a faulty fridge. One trader has raised nearly £14,000 to rebuild his business.
Lewisham man jailed for burglary after name overheardCourts—19 Oct 2026, 16:463 min readTyrone Muir, 47, has been sentenced to three years and two months in prison for a burglary on Lee High Road. A police officer identified him after hearing his name shouted by an accomplice during the incident.
Dispersal order in place around Tottenham stadium
Policing—19 Oct 2026, 16:462 min readA dispersal order and Public Spaces Protection Order will be active around Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on October 19 to manage behaviour during the Spurs vs Coventry City match. Officers can move on individuals acting anti-socially and seize alcohol.Tommy Robinson trial: 'Bully-boy tactics' used against journalists, court told
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 14:464 min readTommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is on trial at Southwark Crown Court accused of using 'bully-boy tactics' to threaten two MailOnline journalists. Prosecutors allege he circulated images of their homes and sent direct messages containing threats in August 2024.Russell Brand denies rape claims at Southwark Crown Court
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 14:463 min readA TV worker told Southwark Crown Court she was not starstruck by Russell Brand during an alleged 2004 assault in a central London bar. Brand denies seven charges including rape and sexual assault.
Boy, 14, arrested after attempted knifepoint robbery in Gladstone Park
Violent Crime—19 Oct 2026, 16:462 min readA 14-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an attempted knifepoint robbery in Gladstone Park, Brent. Two younger boys reported being threatened by a larger group who allegedly tried to steal a bike.Man arrested after police chase ends near Enfield school
Policing—19 Oct 2026, 15:252 min readA police chase on Lovells Road in Enfield concluded near Honilands Primary School, leading to the arrest of a 37-year-old man. He faces charges including theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous driving, and criminal damage. No injuries were reported.Russell Brand denies rape and sexual assault charges at London trial
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 15:053 min readRussell Brand is on trial facing seven charges including rape and sexual assault. A complainant told police she felt she had to 'close her eyes and try not to be there' during an alleged attack at a London bar in 2004. Brand denies all charges.Uber wins bid to dismiss £340m black cab driver claims
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 13:452 min readUber has successfully had claims totalling approximately £340 million dismissed by the High Court. The claims were brought by around 13,000 London black cab drivers and two former private hire firms.Paul Ferris, convicted at Old Bailey, dies aged 62
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 13:452 min readPaul Ferris, who was convicted of arms trafficking offences at the Old Bailey in 1998, has died at the age of 62. His funeral took place in Glasgow. His life story was the basis for the film 'The Wee Man'.
Hayes murder trial date set for April 12
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 13:252 min readA trial date has been set for Daniel Sean James, accused of murdering Kirandeep Kaur in Hayes. The alleged attack occurred on 12 July, and James is currently in custody. His trial is scheduled to begin on 12 April next year at Isleworth Crown Court.Russell Brand rape accuser 'appalled' by MTV rehire
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 12:453 min readA woman told Southwark Crown Court she was appalled when MTV rehired Russell Brand as a presenter around 2006. She alleges Brand raped her in a Soho bar toilet in 2004. Brand denies all charges.
Man admits 14 offences in stabbing spree, denies attempted murder
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 13:462 min readAnthony Williams, 33, admitted 12 counts of wounding with intent and two of attempting to wound with intent at Cambridge Crown Court. He also pleaded guilty to affray, knife possession at Pontoon Dock DLR station, and other offences, but denies 14 counts of attempted murder. A trial for the remaining charges is scheduled for October 26.Russell Brand accused of Soho bar assault
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 12:054 min readRussell Brand is on trial at Southwark Crown Court, accused of sexual assault and rape. An accuser told the court he had a 'maniacal grin' during an alleged incident in a Soho bar in 2004. Brand denies all charges, stating sexual encounters were consensual.Man arrested with 50cm machete after moped chase in Westminster
Violent Crime—19 Oct 2026, 13:452 min readA man has been arrested on Bourne Terrace, Westminster, after a police chase involving a moped. Officers seized a 50cm machete during the incident near Royal Oak station.Person dies at Earl's Court Underground station
Transport Crime—19 Oct 2026, 11:451 min readA person has died at Earl's Court Underground station after falling ill on Saturday evening. The incident, which occurred around 6pm, is not being treated as suspicious by British Transport Police.
Ten families sue Waltham Forest Council over 'calming room' abuse
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 11:254 min readTen families, including Ricardo Gloria's, are suing Flourish Learning Trust and Waltham Forest Council over alleged abuse of autistic children in 'calming rooms' at Whitefield School. CCTV footage showed children being restrained and left in distress.Tommy Robinson faces harassment trial at Southwark Crown Court
Courts—19 Oct 2026, 10:462 min readTommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has arrived at Southwark Crown Court for a trial where he faces two counts of harassment causing fear of violence. The charges relate to alleged online posts and a phone call made in August 2024.