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Merton Council approves 11-storey Mitcham scheme despite heritage group warning
Community Safety—6 Aug 2026, 07:255 min readMerton Council has approved a 249-home redevelopment in Mitcham town centre, including buildings up to 11 storeys. The Mitcham Cricket Green Community and Heritage group says the decision contradicts the council’s Local Plan and has demanded an emergency policy review.Read more
Bus drivers in Barnet report fatigue risks as TfL pledges monitoring techTransport Crime—6 Aug 2026, 06:455 min readForty-eight per cent of London bus drivers have had a close call due to fatigue in the past year, a Unite survey shows. Barnet drivers describe shifts of up to 12 hours with only one 40-minute break, as TfL confirms plans to install fatigue-detection cameras next year.
Belvedere armed robbers sentenced to over 11 years for shop raids and cocaine supplyViolent Crime—6 Aug 2026, 08:255 min readTwo men from Crayford have been sentenced to a combined 22 years and 9 months in prison for armed robberies in Belvedere and cocaine supply. Alexander Emmerich received 14 years, Stephen Hand nine years and one year consecutively, after pleading guilty at Woolwich Crown Court on 30 July 2026.
Sharif Ahmadzai charged with murder of Scottish aid worker in Athens
Latest—6 Aug 2026, 03:055 min readSharif Ahmadzai, 26, is due in an Athens court on 1 August charged with the murder of Edinburgh charity worker Elisabeth-Jane Ross, 38. Greek police say he stole £8,500 from her bank accounts and sent messages impersonating a jihadist after her death.
Lib Dems propose £1,000 fines for loud phone use on London transport
Transport Crime—6 Aug 2026, 06:455 min readThe Liberal Democrats have proposed fines of up to £1,000 for passengers using phones on loudspeaker on public transport. Transport for London found 70% of respondents were bothered by the practice, while tech firms have not addressed the issue.
Met Police closed harassment case against journalist probing Cambridge professor Jason Arday
Policing—5 Aug 2026, 20:265 min readThe Metropolitan Police investigated journalist Jack Grove for harassment after he questioned Professor Jason Arday’s academic record and charity claims. The case was closed in February 2026. Cambridge University is conducting a separate inquiry into Arday’s qualifications and honorary appointments.
Stephen Bear admits five sex offenders register breaches in Walthamstow
Courts—5 Aug 2026, 21:055 min readStephen Bear pleaded guilty at Thames Magistrates’ Court to five counts of failing to comply with sex offenders register requirements. He faces sentencing at Chelmsford Crown Court on 7 August 2026 for breaching a restraining order unrelated to these offences.
Four stabbed in Covent Garden as two die in separate London incidents
Violent Crime—5 Aug 2026, 19:265 min readFour men were stabbed in central London on 5 August 2026, with two treated in hospital and two discharged. A woman was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon. Separately, a man died in a motorbike crash in Poplar, and a woman was found dead in Lewisham.
Grosvenor Gardens rough sleeping surge costs businesses thousands
Community Safety—5 Aug 2026, 18:455 min readShop owners near Victoria station say rough sleepers in Grosvenor Gardens are causing thefts, property damage and anti-social behaviour. Westminster Council confirms £8 million annual spending on homelessness support but calls for Home Office action to address criminal activity linked to rough sleeping.
25-year-old man arrested after woman dies in Lewisham's Connington Road
Violent Crime—5 Aug 2026, 19:264 min readA 28-year-old woman was declared dead at the scene in Connington Road, Lewisham, on 5 August 2026. Police arrested a 25-year-old man and are treating the death as unexpected. The investigation, led by Detective Inspector Steven Andrews, remains at an early stage.
Croydon man Ryan Dinnage jailed for eight years over Windsor caravan rape
Courts—5 Aug 2026, 18:065 min readRyan Dinnage, of Caithness Walk, Croydon, was sentenced at Reading Crown Court on 30 July to eight years and six months for raping a woman in her caravan in the early hours of 16 May 2022. The victim had been working at the Royal Windsor Horse Show when the offence occurred.
Motorcyclist dies after Aspen Way crash near Preston’s Road, Tower Hamlets
Policing—5 Aug 2026, 17:463 min readA man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the scene of a single-vehicle motorcycle collision on Aspen Way, Tower Hamlets. Police, ambulance and fire services attended, and the road remains closed while investigations continue. Witnesses are urged to contact police.
Met Police reprimanded after stalking victim’s details sent to defendant
Policing—5 Aug 2026, 16:235 min readThe Metropolitan Police has been criticised by the data watchdog for sending a stalking victim’s address and phone number to the defendant, forcing her to move home. A second breach exposed the details of 18 people linked to Parliament. The ICO issued an enforcement notice.
Met PC Akbar Arabi dismissed after uninsured BMW drive in Westminster
Policing—5 Aug 2026, 18:065 min readPC Akbar Arabi was dismissed from the Metropolitan Police after an accelerated misconduct hearing found he drove a BMW without insurance and performed dangerous manoeuvres in Westminster. Commander Katie Lilburn ruled his actions criminal and damaging to public trust.
Four men stabbed in Covent Garden, 47-year-old woman arrested
Violent Crime—5 Aug 2026, 15:265 min readFour men aged 34 to 52 were taken to a major trauma centre after being stabbed on Endell Street, Covent Garden. A 47-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and assault. Police continue to appeal for witnesses.
Stabbing in Chingford Mount leaves 24-year-old man injured, no arrests made
Violent Crime—5 Aug 2026, 15:264 min readA 24-year-old man was stabbed on Brook Crescent in Chingford Mount on 4 August 2026. Police confirmed no arrests have been made and are urging witnesses to come forward. The victim was taken to a major trauma centre with non-life-threatening injuries.
Gary Glitter charged with 1970s child sex offences in Kensington and Chelsea
Courts—5 Aug 2026, 15:265 min readGary Glitter, real name Paul Gadd, faces four charges relating to alleged sexual offences against a girl aged 8-11 between 1978 and 1981 at his Kensington and Chelsea home. He was remanded in custody and will next appear at the Old Bailey on 2 September 2026.
Two arrested after man suffers skull fracture in Waterloo BrewDog fight
Violent Crime—5 Aug 2026, 15:264 min readA pubgoer was left with a fractured skull after a fight at BrewDog Waterloo station following England’s World Cup match against Mexico. Two men were arrested on suspicion of common assault and affray and released on bail. Police are urging witnesses to come forward.
Four hospitalised after stabbing on Endell Street, Covent Garden
Violent Crime—5 Aug 2026, 19:264 min readFour people were taken to hospital following a stabbing on Endell Street, Covent Garden, on 15 October 2024. Police have not named suspects or released victim details. The area remains cordoned off while investigations continue.