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Boy, 5, died believing he could fly, inquest finds
Courts—24 Aug 2026, 18:453 min readA five-year-old boy died after leaping from a 15th-floor kitchen window in Plaistow, east London, because he believed he could fly, an inquest has concluded. Aalim Ahmed's autism meant he could not assess risk, the assistant coroner found, exonerating Newham Council from blame.Read more
Boy, 5, died after falling from compromised tower block windowCommunity Safety—24 Aug 2026, 18:454 min readA five-year-old boy died instantly after falling from a 15th-floor kitchen window in Plaistow. The child's mother had reported safety concerns about the windows to Newham Council on multiple occasions. An engineer found the windows functioning during a December 2023 inspection.
Graeme Dott convicted of sexually abusing two childrenCourts—24 Aug 2026, 17:252 min readSnooker player Graeme Dott has been convicted of sexually abusing two children. He targeted a girl between 1993 and 1996, and a boy between 2006 and 2010. One victim first reported Dott's behaviour to the police in 2001.
Man Charged Over Fatal Shepherd's Bush Stabbing
Violent Crime—24 Aug 2026, 19:252 min readA man has appeared in court charged with murder and attempted murder following a fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush. Samantha Turner died in the incident on August 18, and her daughter Keeley Turner was allegedly stabbed.
Camden Council Approves Primrose Hill Rooftop Apartments After 30-Year Planning Battle
Community Safety—24 Aug 2026, 16:463 min readCamden Council has approved plans for eight new rooftop apartments at Darwin Court in Primrose Hill, ending a 30-year planning dispute. Residents raised concerns about service charges and structural integrity, but the council cited public benefits, including a £500,000 affordable housing fund contribution.
Lewisham driver charged over fatal Leyton High Road crash
Courts—24 Aug 2026, 17:452 min readA 50-year-old man from Lewisham has appeared in court charged with causing the death of Ghulan Malik. The incident occurred on Leyton High Road in September 2024, and the victim died more than a week later. The case will now proceed to Snaresbrook Crown Court.
Seven dead in A66 crash linked to organised crime
Latest—24 Aug 2026, 19:053 min readA collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough resulted in the deaths of five young men and two police officers. Cleveland Police stated the incident is linked to serious and organised criminal activity, with 12 arrests made.
Food supplier fined £18,335 over cat faeces in Enfield warehouse
Crime Data—24 Aug 2026, 14:453 min readFoodArt UK Limited has been fined £18,335 after pleading guilty to four food hygiene offences. Enfield Council officers discovered cat faeces and urine in the Brimsdown warehouse in January and February 2025, posing risks of serious illness..jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75)
Tesla crashes into Bethnal Green house
Latest—25 Aug 2026, 08:452 min readA blue Tesla Model 3 crashed into a house on Old Ford Road in Bethnal Green this morning. The driver was unharmed and no injuries were reported. Police attended the scene but declined to comment on the damage-only incident.
Woman admits breaching anonymity of Jeffrey Donaldson victim
Latest—25 Aug 2026, 00:453 min readDonna Toman has admitted breaching a lifetime anonymity order protecting victims of Jeffrey Donaldson. Toman, 55, appeared at Downpatrick Magistrates’ Court on Monday and pleaded guilty to publishing information likely to identify a victim. A pre-sentence report has been ordered.
East London Taekwondo medallist, 19, dies suddenly
Community Safety—24 Aug 2026, 11:463 min readTributes have been paid to Isabelle Sava, a 19-year-old Taekwondo world medallist and Queen Mary University student, who died suddenly on August 17. A fundraising page has been set up to help her family with funeral expenses.
Harry and Meghan security: 'Limited' protection urged by ex-Home Secretaries
Latest—24 Aug 2026, 22:053 min readPrince Harry and Meghan's security arrangements in the UK are under review, with former Home Secretaries suggesting a 'limited' and 'not full time' package. The Royal and VIP Executive Committee (Ravec) is responsible for these decisions.
Rose Smith, 75, dies after Tollington Park burglary
Violent Crime—24 Aug 2026, 11:463 min readRose Smith, 75, has died following a burglary on Tollington Park on August 11. Her family described her as a "truly wonderful, outgoing woman". A 46-year-old man has been arrested.
Man arrested after 75-year-old woman dies following burglary
Violent Crime—24 Aug 2026, 11:053 min readA 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and aggravated burglary following the death of 75-year-old Rose Smith. She died on August 12th after a burglary in Tollington Park, Islington.
Six fined for blue badge misuse in Enfield
Courts—24 Aug 2026, 11:053 min readEnfield Council has successfully prosecuted six individuals for misusing blue badges. The fines, including victim surcharges and costs, total thousands of pounds for offences ranging from using badges of deceased persons to displaying photocopied permits.
Man Charged With Murder in Newham Shooting
Violent Crime—24 Aug 2026, 09:453 min readA man has been charged with the murder of Masum Miah, 42, who died from gunshot wounds following a shooting on St Bartholomew's Road in Newham. Sergiu Leahu, 40, appeared before Bromley Magistrates' Court.
Minister urges social media firms to remove dangerous driving clips
Latest—24 Aug 2026, 08:253 min readDefence minister Luke Pollard has urged social media companies to remove dangerous driving videos after a crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough killed two police officers and five teenagers. Fundraisers for the officers' families have raised over £200,000.
Hundreds of affordable homes lost in Camden regeneration
Community Safety—24 Aug 2026, 05:464 min readHundreds of affordable homes promised for major Camden developments have been lost or are at risk. Developers are citing economic challenges, leading to reduced quotas at sites like the O2 Centre and Camden Goods Yard, impacting residents and local businesses.
Impersonation scam losses rise 10% to £3,516
Latest—24 Aug 2026, 00:453 min readAverage losses to impersonation scams have risen by 10% in the past year to £3,516, according to Lloyds Banking Group. While overall reported cases fell by 3%, some types of scams, including those impersonating police, saw an increase.