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Golders Green stabbing suspect denies three attempted murders
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 17:262 min readA 45-year-old man has denied three charges of attempted murder at the Old Bailey. Essa Suleiman is accused of stabbing two men in Golders Green and another in Southwark.Read more
Watchdog: Met must probe Putney pusher arrest after suspect's deathPolicing—25 Sept 2026, 14:453 min readThe Independent Office for Police Conduct has recommended the Metropolitan Police's Directorate of Professional Standards investigate the arrest of Nicholas Brandram. Mr Brandram was arrested in connection with the 'Putney pusher' incident and was found dead at his home on September 15.
Cyclist, 24, dies in North Kensington moped hit-and-runViolent Crime—25 Sept 2026, 16:252 min readA 24-year-old cyclist has died following a suspected hit-and-run incident involving a moped on North Pole Road, North Kensington. The driver of the moped failed to stop at the scene. Detective Chief Inspector Phil Wilkins is leading the investigation.
Decathlon to close Southwark skatepark for pickleball courts
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 14:053 min readSkate Haven, which has provided affordable skateboarding sessions for nearly three years, has been told to leave its Decathlon store location in Surrey Quays by the end of October. Decathlon reportedly plans to replace the skatepark with indoor pickleball courts.
Lisa Riley loses £10,000 in Stevie Wonder ticket scam
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 13:463 min readEmmerdale actress Lisa Riley has spoken of her distress after losing nearly £10,000 to a fraudulent website selling Stevie Wonder concert tickets. The scam occurred as she attempted to purchase a VIP package to treat her late mother.
Freya Godfrey shines as London City Lionesses aim for Champions League
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 13:463 min readFreya Godfrey, London City Lionesses' Player's Player of the Season, is embracing increased competition following major summer signings. The club is targeting Champions League qualification.
Daniel Thomas denies slashing boat in English Channel
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 13:462 min readFar-right activist Daniel Thomas, known as Danny Tommo, pleaded not guilty to criminal damage and failing to disclose his phone's PIN. He is accused of slashing an adrift boat in the English Channel. Stephen Yaxley-Lennon attended court to support him.
RnR Lounge granted 4am weekend closing in Chingford
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 13:253 min readRnR Lounge in Chingford Mount Road can now stay open until 4am on Fridays and Saturdays, following a decision by Waltham Forest Council's licensing sub-committee. The venue previously closed at 2am on weekends.Man arrested after school pupil targeted in e-bike robbery
Violent Crime—25 Sept 2026, 14:252 min readPolice arrested a man in Mottingham on suspicion of robbery after a school pupil was targeted. The suspect was spotted on Court Farm Road and detained on Beaconsfield Road following a pursuit.
Chelsea FC charged by FA over discriminatory chanting
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 13:053 min readChelsea FC has been charged by the Football Association over alleged discriminatory behaviour by supporters during a Premier League fixture against Fulham FC on 24 August. The FA alleges the chanting included a reference to religion or belief.City Plan 2040 cleared to proceed after Tower of London heritage concerns addressed
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 13:053 min readThe City Plan 2040, which outlines future development including new skyscrapers, can now proceed after the Government confirmed it is satisfied with heritage protections for the Tower of London. Independent Planning Inspectors concluded the plan adequately safeguards the historic site.RCN denies gender beliefs influenced legal aid refusal
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 12:463 min readThe Royal College of Nursing has denied that Sandie Peggie's gender-critical beliefs influenced its decision to refuse her legal support. A union representative stated the request did not meet the organisation's rules for providing legal services. Ms Peggie is pursuing a case against the RCN.
Person found dead on North Pole Road, Kensington
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 13:052 min readA person was discovered deceased on North Pole Road in Kensington and Chelsea on September 25, prompting a significant police operation. The road remains closed, impacting local transport and businesses.
Hackney gang boss jailed for life over Dalston restaurant shooting
Violent Crime—25 Sept 2026, 12:054 min readHackney gang leader Beytullah Gunduz has been sentenced to life imprisonment for orchestrating a shooting outside a Dalston restaurant. The victim, Onur Guzel, suffered life-altering injuries after being targeted following threats and attempted extortion.
Paedophile Dogan jailed after bail to flat overlooking playground
Courts—25 Sept 2026, 12:053 min readZafer Dogan has been sentenced to two years and four months in prison for creating thousands of altered images of women and girls. He was previously bailed to a flat in Enfield that overlooked a children's playground, a decision criticised by victims' advocates and the Metropolitan Police Commissioner.
Sutton MP slams developer over B&Q site housing plans
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 10:464 min readPlans to increase tower blocks to 28 storeys on Sutton's former B&Q site have drawn criticism. Developer St George West London Limited proposes reducing affordable homes from 355 to 265, prompting accusations of a broken deal from Sutton's MP.
Tyrece Balcha murder: Mother speaks one year after fatal shooting
Latest—25 Sept 2026, 11:463 min readOne year after Tyrece David Balcha was fatally shot in Wembley Park, his mother shares her ongoing grief. Ashley Wallace has been convicted of murder, but the family awaits further legal proceedings and sentencing.Person dies in Ladbroke Grove, bus diversions in place
Violent Crime—25 Sept 2026, 09:461 min readA person has died after emergency services were called to North Pole Road in Ladbroke Grove. The incident has led to road closures and diversions for two London bus routes.
Abu Hamza family home in Shepherd's Bush gets £70,000 taxpayer renovation
Community Safety—25 Sept 2026, 09:052 min readA five-bedroom council house in Shepherd's Bush, west London, which is the family home of convicted terrorist Abu Hamza, is undergoing a £70,000 renovation funded by taxpayers. The work includes solar panels and loft insulation, with Hammersmith and Fulham Council obligated to maintain the property.