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Teens robbed Ewell Village Store, police appeal for witnesses
Latest—3 Oct 2026, 19:452 min readPolice are seeking information and footage after two teenage suspects, wearing balaclavas, robbed the Ewell Village Store on Kingston Road. The incident occurred on the evening of Friday, October 2.Read more
Man shot dead at East Acton memorial serviceViolent Crime—3 Oct 2026, 17:453 min readA murder investigation is underway after a 40-year-old man was shot and killed in East Acton on 2 October 2026. The shooting occurred at approximately 19:47 GMT at the junction of Braybrook Street and Erconwald Street.
Man killed in East Acton shooting, murder investigation launchedViolent Crime—3 Oct 2026, 19:053 min readA murder investigation is underway following the death of a 40-year-old man in East Acton on October 2. Police were called to reports of gunshots and found the man with a suspected gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police seek witnesses after Wembley murder near Regina Road
Violent Crime—3 Oct 2026, 17:452 min readA homicide took place near Regina Road and Sydney Road in Wembley at about 10:10 pm on 10 February 2025. Detectives, operating under Operation Coalfire, are urging anyone with details to call 0208 785 8099, dial 101, or contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.Alex Challoner seeks Tory nomination for London Mayor
Policing—3 Oct 2026, 16:063 min readBusinessman Alex Challoner is seeking the Conservative nomination for London Mayor in 2028. He proposes stationing British Transport Police at Tube ticket gates to deter fare dodging and aims to replace the current London Plan with a shorter document.
Two women arrested after Shepherd's Bush Green fight
Violent Crime—3 Oct 2026, 16:062 min readTwo women have been arrested on suspicion of affray and grievous bodily harm following a fight on Shepherd's Bush Green. Both were taken to hospital before being taken into custody by police.
Ex-HSBC banker banned from financial services for train fare fraud
Courts—3 Oct 2026, 14:463 min readA former HSBC executive has been banned from working in financial services after being convicted of fraud for evading thousands of pounds in train fares. Joseph Molloy used a ticketing scam known as 'doughnutting' to reduce his commute costs.
FlyDubai co-pilot studied at UK university before alleged hijack attempt
Latest—3 Oct 2026, 13:452 min readA FlyDubai co-pilot, Hamam al Hammami, who allegedly attacked the captain with a crash axe and attempted to hijack a flight, studied aviation management at Buckinghamshire New University via distance learning. The flight plunged 17,000ft before passengers intervened.UK-Iranian man arrested in Westminster over RAF Fairford incident released on bail
Policing—3 Oct 2026, 16:063 min readA UK-Iranian dual national arrested in Westminster on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts has been released on bail. The arrest is linked to suspicious vehicles near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. Five other London men previously arrested have also been bailed.
Bethnal Green rape: £10,000 reward for information on two wanted men
Violent Crime—3 Oct 2026, 11:453 min readDetectives are appealing for information regarding the rape of a teenage girl in Bethnal Green on August 1, 2024. A £10,000 reward is offered for details leading to an arrest and conviction of two men seen in the area.Reform UK candidate vows to run London like ‘Tokyo on steroids’
Policing—3 Oct 2026, 10:464 min readReform UK mayoral candidate Laila Cunningham has pledged to transform London into a high-tech hub, promising to reduce police bureaucracy, automate public transport, and streamline housing development if elected in 2028.
Haringey Council Pauses Pavilion Rent Listing After Resident Outcry
Community Safety—3 Oct 2026, 09:454 min readTottenham residents are fighting to keep a community pavilion in Tower Gardens Park from being rented commercially. Haringey Council has paused viewings and removed an advert for the space following public concern.Hackney landlord fined £30,000 for fire safety failures
Community Safety—3 Oct 2026, 08:253 min readHackney Council has issued a £30,000 fine to a private landlord for neglecting fire safety concerns. This action signals the start of a new stringent policy targeting landlords who fail to maintain safe living conditions for tenants.
Lebanese Taverna Express licence suspended for one month
Courts—3 Oct 2026, 08:054 min readLebanese Taverna Express in Hammersmith has had its licence suspended for one month following the discovery of an illegal worker. The restaurant faces a potential £40,000 penalty, and new conditions have been imposed on its operation.Reform candidate blames Labour for dividing Londoners
Crime Data—3 Oct 2026, 06:453 min readReform UK's candidate for London Mayor in 2028, Laila Cunningham, has accused the Labour party of dividing Londoners by race and religion. She claims government policies have fostered division, contributing to increases in reported hate crimes across the capital.
Pedro Evangelou remains in prison serving nine‑year term after Islington assault
Courts—3 Oct 2026, 06:253 min readThe Ministry of Justice told MyLondon that Pedro Evangelou continues to serve a nine‑year jail term for rape and a concurrent one‑year term for sexual assault committed after meeting a victim at Angel’s Slimelight nightclub.
Two charged over Manchester Jewish community terror plot
Latest—2 Oct 2026, 21:454 min readTwo Iranian men have been charged with preparing for terrorist acts, with an alleged plot targeting the Jewish community in Manchester. Salam Ahmadyan and Rahman Salehi arrived in the UK via small boats and have asylum claims. Counter Terrorism Policing stated there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Met Police urge students to move protest planned for 7 October anniversary
Policing—2 Oct 2026, 20:254 min readThe Metropolitan Police has asked organisers of a pro-Palestinian student march to reschedule the event due to its proximity to the anniversary of the 7 October attacks. Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harman cited concerns for Jewish students and the day of mourning.
Man charged with terror plot against Nigel Farage and Widdecombe murder
Violent Crime—2 Oct 2026, 20:253 min readJoshua Kerry, 28, has been charged with preparing terrorist acts between May 2024 and July 2026, allegedly targeting Nigel Farage. He is also accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe on July 8. Counter Terrorism Policing led the investigation.