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Replica weapons removed from Dagenham home
Policing—12 Sept 2026, 18:251 min readMetropolitan Police officers removed replica weapons from a property on Arden Crescent, Dagenham, on September 11. The items were from a personal collection and no arrests or injuries were reported.Read moreMan arrested after Hackney restaurant assault, police sayViolent Crime—12 Sept 2026, 15:052 min readA man in his 50s was taken to hospital and arrested for possession of an offensive weapon after an assault in a Hackney restaurant. Police are investigating and have appealed for witnesses.
Man charged after Portsmouth anti-migrant protest disorderLatest—12 Sept 2026, 13:253 min readA man has appeared in court charged with violent disorder and assaulting a police officer following an anti-migrant protest in Portsmouth. The city saw demonstrations and counter-demonstrations on Saturday, with police issuing warnings about face coverings and disorder.
Jamaica petitions King Charles for slavery reparations advice
Courts—12 Sept 2026, 12:254 min readA Jamaican delegation has formally petitioned King Charles III for legal advice from the privy council regarding transatlantic slavery and its enduring consequences. The UK government maintains its stance against paying reparations.
Lambeth Council Approves £2bn Vauxhall Tower Development
Community Safety—12 Sept 2026, 12:054 min readLambeth Council has approved a £2 billion development in Vauxhall, featuring a 230m tower and seven new buildings. The decision follows concerns raised by councillors, architects, and neighbouring councils regarding reduced affordable housing and significant carbon emissions.
Croydon cannabis farm worth £565k found after burglary call
Crime Data—12 Sept 2026, 12:462 min readPolice discovered a cannabis farm containing 632 plants with an estimated street value of £565,710 after responding to an aggravated burglary report in Croydon. Nine males, aged 13 to 21, were arrested at the scene.Man admits murdering mother of seven 28 years ago
Latest—12 Sept 2026, 11:054 min readTrevor Dunkley, 66, has admitted murdering Patricia Lashley in 1998, 28 years after she disappeared near her home in Dudley. He also pleaded guilty to preventing her lawful burial. Dunkley confessed to police that he killed Ms Lashley and disposed of her body.
Crime Scene Established on Mare Street, Hackney
Latest—12 Sept 2026, 11:251 min readA crime scene is currently in place on Mare Street in Hackney, East London. Reports indicate that blood stains have been observed on the floor at the location.
Bromley GP struck off for misconduct with patients
Courts—12 Sept 2026, 11:253 min readDr William Smerdon has been removed from the medical register by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service following findings of sexually motivated misconduct with two vulnerable patients. The tribunal noted repeated inappropriate behaviour across multiple consultations.
Three men receive football bans after Halling station assault
Latest—12 Sept 2026, 11:252 min readThree men have been banned from football grounds across the UK for up to five years following an assault at Halling railway station on May 18 last year. The incident occurred after a Maidstone United play-off final match.
PC Christopher Gudgeon found guilty of sexual assault
Courts—12 Sept 2026, 09:462 min readMetropolitan Police officer PC Christopher Gudgeon has been found guilty of sexual assault after an incident on June 25, 2022. The 43-year-old officer, who was off-duty at the time, admitted to some actions but lied to the court about his conduct. He is currently suspended and awaits sentencing.
Poplar tower block fire damages flat, residents evacuated
Community Safety—12 Sept 2026, 09:451 min readA fire broke out on the 17th floor of a tower block on Blackwall Way in Poplar, east London. Ten fire engines and around 70 firefighters attended the incident, which was brought under control by 06:40 BST. Around 50 residents evacuated the building.
Exmouth Market traders face £800 fines over seating rules
Community Safety—12 Sept 2026, 09:053 min readTraders in Clerkenwell's Exmouth Market are concerned about potential £800 fines due to new outdoor seating regulations from Islington Council. The changes require a significant reduction in table capacity and increased spacing, leading to fears of insolvency.Osama bin Laden considered UK attacks before 9/11
Crime Data—12 Sept 2026, 08:464 min readNewly released CIA presidential memos indicate Osama bin Laden considered attacking the UK on its own soil years before the September 11, 2001 attacks. The documents show the UK was on al-Qaida's hitlist in 1998 and mention the arrest of London-based operatives.
Hackney Council investigates security guard after protester pushed to ground
Community Safety—12 Sept 2026, 07:253 min readHackney Council is investigating an incident where a security guard allegedly pushed a protester to the ground during a demonstration concerning overcrowded temporary accommodation. The protest at Hackney Town Hall involved members of Housing Action Southwark and Lambeth.Thousands of ebikes seized by London councils
Transport Crime—12 Sept 2026, 07:254 min readLondon boroughs have seized over 3,300 hazardously parked or abandoned ebikes this year. Campaigners highlight safety issues for pedestrians, while operators cite a lack of designated parking bays.
Sutton firm's Wallington site faces new hearing over green belt concerns
Community Safety—12 Sept 2026, 07:053 min readA Wallington company operating on green belt land faces a new hearing over alleged planning breaches. Residents report dust, noise, and heavy traffic, while Sutton Council has issued an enforcement notice.
70 firefighters tackle Poplar flat blaze
Community Safety—12 Sept 2026, 06:451 min readAround 70 firefighters and ten fire engines were dispatched to a flat fire in Poplar in the early hours of Saturday. The blaze affected half of a flat on the 18th floor of a 22-storey residential block on Blackwall Way.
City of London stabbing: Police seek man on CCTV
Violent Crime—11 Sept 2026, 20:452 min readCity of London Police are appealing for public assistance to identify a man captured on CCTV following a stabbing incident in South Place. The victim was taken to hospital and later discharged.