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Record 230 migrants arrive in Dover in single Channel crossing
Latest—10 Aug 2026, 11:254 min readA single boat carrying 230 migrants arrived in Dover early Monday, breaking the previous record of 165 set in July. The Home Office said crossings are down 43% this year but called the smugglers’ tactics reckless. Reform UK leader Nigel Farage called it a national security emergency.Read more
Two hospitalised after stabbing on Barnfield Road, PlumsteadViolent Crime—10 Aug 2026, 11:064 min readTwo people were taken to hospital after a knife attack on Barnfield Road in Plumstead in the early hours of 9 August. Police established a cordon near Burrage Road and Bloomfield Road while London Ambulance Service treated the patients at the scene.
Met Police seize £8m in supercars across Kensington and ChelseaPolicing—10 Aug 2026, 07:264 min readMetropolitan Police seized 90 vehicles worth over £8 million in a three-day operation across Kensington, Chelsea and Hyde Park. One was a £3.7 million Ferrari Monza SP2, in the UK for only one day. Fifteen cars were taken under new powers allowing immediate seizure for antisocial behaviour..jpeg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75)
Travelodge changes policy after abuser given key to victim's London room
Violent Crime—10 Aug 2026, 07:055 min readTravelodge has altered its room access policy after a receptionist at its Barnet hotel handed a key to a domestic abuser, who then kicked the victim’s door off its hinges. The incident, in October 2025, prompted an independent review and retraining of staff across the chain.
£8m in supercars seized in Kensington and Chelsea traffic crackdown
Policing—10 Aug 2026, 00:054 min readMetropolitan Police seized 90 vehicles worth over £8 million in Kensington and Chelsea between 7 and 9 August 2026, targeting uninsured and dangerous drivers. The operation, led by Special Chief Inspector Geoff Tatman, responded to local complaints and used new powers to seize vehicles involved in antisocial behaviour.
70 Volkswagen parts stolen in Lewisham and south east London spree
Community Safety—9 Aug 2026, 16:464 min readThieves stole around 70 front badges and radar sensors from Volkswagen vehicles in Lewisham, Catford and surrounding areas between 15 and 19 July. Police confirmed 70 thefts and urged victims to report incidents as inquiries continue.
70 Volkswagen badges stolen in four-day south-east London crime spree
Crime Data—9 Aug 2026, 15:064 min readAround 70 Volkswagen vehicles had badges and radar sensors stolen in Lewisham, Catford, Forest Hill and nearby areas between 15 and 19 July. Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing and asked residents to report any further incidents or information.
Met Police officer drives seized £3.7m Ferrari through Mayfair in convoy
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 15:054 min readA Metropolitan Police officer drove a seized Ferrari Monza SP2, valued at £3.7 million, through Mayfair accompanied by a police convoy. The car was confiscated at a supercar meet near Hyde Park Corner on Saturday. The Met seized 70 supercars worth £7 million in a single weekend last year, many uninsured or linked to anti-social driving.
Thornton Heath woman banned for 10 years after dog starved to death
Courts—9 Aug 2026, 12:464 min readA Thornton Heath resident has been banned from owning dogs for a decade after her four-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier was euthanised due to severe emaciation. Ebony Hoyte-Griffith was sentenced at Croydon Magistrates’ Court on 24 July for failing to provide adequate nutrition and veterinary care.
David Sullivan attends West Ham match despite stadium advice to stay away
Latest—9 Aug 2026, 11:064 min readWest Ham co-owner David Sullivan attended Saturday’s Carabao Cup match against Portsmouth at London Stadium, ignoring advice to stay away. The venue cited safeguarding concerns and potential protests after seven women accused him of sexually exploitative behaviour in a BBC Panorama and The Times investigation.
Peckham High Street stabbing suspect and victim both arrested after 3.45am attack
Violent Crime—9 Aug 2026, 10:053 min readA man in his 40s was taken to hospital after being attacked with a glass bottle on Peckham High Street on 8 August 2026. Both the victim and a man in his 30s were arrested after police recovered a knife and treated an injured officer at the scene. The bus stop remained cordoned until mid-morning.
Irish passenger charged after BA flight attendant restrains him on Heathrow-Las Vegas route
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 10:054 min readA British Airways flight attendant restrained a drunken passenger on flight BA275 from Heathrow to Las Vegas on 6 August 2026. Armed Metropolitan Police officers escorted Emmet Moynihan, 31, off the aircraft after the incident, which forced the plane to abort take-off.
Manhunt after woman sexually assaulted in West Barnes, Sutton
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 09:464 min readA woman was sexually assaulted in West Barnes shortly before midnight on Thursday. Police have launched a manhunt for a suspect described as about 5ft 9in, aged around 30, and riding a pedal-assisted e-bike. Officers are increasing patrols in the area and appealing for witnesses.
Met PC Akbar Arabi dismissed after driving BMW uninsured in Fitzrovia
Policing—9 Aug 2026, 08:064 min readPC Akbar Arabi was dismissed from the Metropolitan Police and barred from future policing roles after being stopped driving a BMW without a licence, insurance or ID in Fitzrovia. A disciplinary hearing ruled his conduct breached professional standards.
Simon Levy convicted of two murders and 11 sex attacks on London transport
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 20:256 min readSimon Levy, 40, was convicted of murdering two women and raping another while on bail. British Transport Police missed opportunities to recall him to prison after failing to organise an identity parade for three sexual assaults in October 2024. He is due to be sentenced on 12 August.
Met Police treat Croydon woman's death as unexplained after arrest
Policing—8 Aug 2026, 17:464 min readMet Police have not launched a murder investigation after Nicole Beling was found dead in Croydon. A 61-year-old man was arrested twice and remains on bail. Detectives are appealing for witnesses as the cause of death remains unclear.
Nicole Beling, 60, found dead in Croydon home as man bailed
Policing—8 Aug 2026, 17:064 min readA 60-year-old woman was found dead at her Croydon home after being reported missing. A 61-year-old man has been arrested twice and remains on bail while detectives investigate the unexplained death. Police urge anyone with information to come forward.
Man arrested after Peckham garden fire triggers road closures
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 17:253 min readA man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire broke out in a garden on Mission Place, Peckham, on 8 August. Police and the London Fire Brigade evacuated the area and closed roads between Peckham High Street and Commercial Way. No injuries were reported, and investigations continue.
Four men arrested after gun fired in Croydon machete chase
Violent Crime—8 Aug 2026, 16:254 min readMetropolitan Police arrested four men after witnesses reported a group wielding machetes and a firearm being discharged in Thornton Heath on 7 August. No injuries were recorded at the scene, and the suspects remain in custody.