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Person dies after emergency services called to Bow street
Latest—12 Oct 2026, 13:051 min readEmergency services attended an incident on Gillender Street in Bow on October 12. A person was pronounced dead at the scene. The Metropolitan Police Service stated they do not comment on non-suspicious deaths in private residential addresses.Read moreMan stabbed on Lordship Lane in TottenhamViolent Crime—12 Oct 2026, 13:052 min readA man in his 30s was taken to hospital after being stabbed on Lordship Lane in Tottenham on Saturday, October 10. His injuries are not life-threatening and no arrests have been made.
Man charged with attempted murder after Swanley shootingLatest—12 Oct 2026, 13:052 min readA man has been charged with attempted murder following a shooting on Acacia Walk in Swanley. Police responded to reports of a serious assault on Thursday, October 8, finding a man in his 20s with gunshot wounds.
Daniel Kinahan charged with directing crime group
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 12:453 min readAlleged crime gang leader Daniel Kinahan, 49, has been charged with directing a criminal organisation. He appeared before the Special Criminal Court in Dublin after being extradited from the UAE. His legal team plans to apply for bail in the coming weeks.
Kieran Hayler rape trial: Katie Price to give evidence
Latest—12 Oct 2026, 12:052 min readKieran Hayler is on trial at Lewes Crown Court facing charges of rape and sexual assault allegedly committed in West Sussex in 2016. His ex-wife, Katie Price, is expected to give evidence during proceedings.
Police seek man after Teddington rape investigation
Violent Crime—12 Oct 2026, 11:452 min readDetectives are seeking a man in connection with a rape investigation in Teddington, Richmond upon Thames. A 19-year-old woman reported the alleged assault, which occurred on Prince's Road in the early hours of October 21.
Laura Johnson leaves Barnet Group role after Grenfell backlash
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 10:463 min readLaura Johnson has left her position as director of development and property at Barnet Group. She previously oversaw cost-cutting measures at Grenfell Tower before the fatal fire, drawing criticism from survivors and bereaved families upon her appointment.
Russell Brand trial begins at Southwark Crown Court
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 07:452 min readRussell Brand is due to appear at Southwark Crown Court on Monday for the start of his trial. He faces multiple charges including rape and sexual assault, with the proceedings expected to last up to ten weeks.E-bike rider collision leaves Hendon father with life-changing injuries
Violent Crime—12 Oct 2026, 06:463 min readA father-of-three from Hendon, north London, has spoken of his gratitude to emergency services after suffering life-changing injuries when an e-bike rider knocked him into the path of a coach in central London. Victor Arotsky lost sight in one eye and hearing in one ear.
Eltham College teacher barred from profession for accessing porn
Courts—12 Oct 2026, 06:463 min readA teacher with over 20 years' service at Eltham College Junior School has been banned from teaching indefinitely after accessing and storing pornography on his work computer and school account. William Schaper was dismissed in January 2025 and referred to the Teaching Regulation Agency.
Deloitte accused of falsifying documents for Abramovich tax evasion
Fraud & Cybercrime—12 Oct 2026, 07:464 min readLeaked documents suggest Deloitte Cyprus backdated accounts for Roman Abramovich's company, Amiscan Investments, in 2006. This action allegedly removed assets worth £508m, leaving only $75,000, as part of a scheme described as "straightforward" tax evasion.
Met Police chief vows to boost black and Asian officer numbers
Policing—12 Oct 2026, 06:254 min readMetropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has announced a major recruitment drive aimed at increasing the number of black and Asian officers. He insists that inclusivity is an operational necessity for effective policing and vital for gaining trust from minority ethnic communities across London.
West Drayton Woman Dies After Stabbing, Man Charged
Violent Crime—11 Oct 2026, 21:452 min readA 36-year-old woman has died following a stabbing at an address in Park Lodge Avenue, West Drayton. Saleh Saleh, 33, has been charged with murder and is due to appear in court.
Neutron Tower fire: Residents still displaced a month on
Community Safety—11 Oct 2026, 18:254 min readA month after a fire ripped through Neutron Tower in Poplar, killing one man and displacing hundreds, many residents remain in temporary accommodation. They face ongoing costs for their empty homes while awaiting repairs and safety checks.
Kingston Market Closed Nine Days After Fire
Community Safety—11 Oct 2026, 17:063 min readKingston's historic Ancient Market Place will remain shut until Sunday, October 18, following a fire that severely damaged stalls. Kingston Council cited further safety concerns as the reason for the extended nine-day closure, which began Saturday.Plumbing faults send human waste into London rivers
Community Safety—11 Oct 2026, 16:055 min readPlumbing errors are causing human waste and pollution to enter London's rivers and streams, with volunteer groups identifying numerous misconnected appliances discharging directly into waterways. Investigations on rivers including the Brent and Wandle have prompted emergency alerts to Thames Water.Male taken to hospital after Bromley High Street assault
Violent Crime—11 Oct 2026, 17:061 min readA man was treated for injuries and taken to hospital after an assault in Bromley town centre on Friday, October 9. Paramedics were called to High Street shortly before midnight.
Haringey couple killed in crash; US servicewoman gets suspended sentence
Courts—11 Oct 2026, 14:063 min readA US servicewoman has received a suspended jail sentence after a crash on April 15, 2023, in Suffolk killed a married couple from Haringey. Jasmine Dessaure lost control of her vehicle, leading to a collision that caused the deaths of Dilipan and Dorota Sebastiampillai.