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Three charged with murder of man shot in Newham
Violent Crime—23 Sept 2026, 18:053 min readThree further men have been charged with the murder of Masum Miah, who was shot dead in his car in Newham on August 18. Four men are now facing charges in connection with his death.Read more
South West London Crime Figures Rise in AugustCrime Data—23 Sept 2026, 18:052 min readCrime across south-west London saw a 9.6 per cent increase in August compared to July, with a total of 27,477 offences logged. Lambeth recorded the highest number of crimes, followed by Croydon and Wandsworth.
British man died of cardiac arrest after severe turbulence on London flightCourts—23 Sept 2026, 17:054 min readAn inquest has heard that a British passenger died of cardiac arrest after severe turbulence struck a Singapore Airlines flight from London Heathrow. Geoff Kitchen, 73, was travelling with his wife Linda, who sustained serious injuries and is now suing the airline.
Police seek Ilford park dog walker after rape
Violent Crime—23 Sept 2026, 17:052 min readMetropolitan Police are searching for a dog walker who assisted a woman following a rape in Goodmayes Park, Ilford. The man, who was walking a Staffordshire Terrier, is urged to contact officers urgently.Woman admits killing banker boyfriend after finding texts
Courts—23 Sept 2026, 18:464 min readJoanna Cierpka has pleaded not guilty to murder but guilty to manslaughter by reason of diminished responsibility after her City banker boyfriend Henrik Slotsaa was found dead at their Elephant and Castle home.
Westminster Bridge faces crackdown on illegal traders
Policing—23 Sept 2026, 16:463 min readCalls are mounting for a crackdown on illegal trading and anti-social behaviour on Westminster Bridge. Shadow Transport Secretary Richard Holden has urged authorities to remove ice cream vans, pedicabs, and conmen from the tourist hotspot, citing security concerns.
Hillingdon councillor alleges racist AI caricatures by local Conservatives
Community Safety—23 Sept 2026, 16:254 min readHillingdon councillor Sital Punja has accused the local Conservative Party of posting AI-generated caricatures containing racist and antisemitic tropes. The Hillingdon Conservative Group denies the allegations, stating the images were political satire.
Woman stabbed banker after he told her to 'kill yourself'
Courts—23 Sept 2026, 16:054 min readAn unemployed business executive is on trial for the fatal stabbing of her banker boyfriend. Joanna Cierpka claims Henrik Slotsaa told her to 'kill yourself already, you freak' before she fatally wounded him. His body was found at their south London home.Fraudster jailed for £1m investment scam
Fraud & Cybercrime—23 Sept 2026, 16:053 min readJames Gillingham has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison for an investment fraud scam that defrauded 74 investors of over £1 million. He operated through companies Choice Option and Blue Crest Capital Options, promising guaranteed returns through binary options trading.Nurse claims RCN representative discriminated against her
Courts—23 Sept 2026, 14:463 min readNurse Sandie Peggie claims a Royal College of Nursing representative discriminated against her and failed to offer adequate support during a dispute over changing room access. The case is being heard at an employment tribunal in Dundee.
Man admits stalking Joe Sugg for four years
Latest—23 Sept 2026, 15:053 min readRobert Beckman admitted to a four-year stalking campaign against YouTuber Joe Sugg, involving emails, social media messages, and letters. The campaign began in August 2022 and caused Sugg significant alarm and distress, affecting his daily life. Beckman also pleaded guilty to failing to provide access to his phone.
Home Secretary orders review after migrant boats reach Kent coast
Latest—23 Sept 2026, 17:253 min readThe Home Secretary has ordered an urgent review after two migrant boats reached the Kent coast this week without being intercepted by Border Force. Twenty-one people have been detained following a landing in Dover on Tuesday. A man was found dead on a French beach.Inmates deny trying to murder Urfan Sharif at HMP Belmarsh
Courts—23 Sept 2026, 14:453 min readTwo inmates, Steven Sansom and Adam Watson, have denied attempting to murder Urfan Sharif, the father of murdered schoolgirl Sara Sharif, at HMP Belmarsh. They also denied wounding Sharif with intent and possessing offensive weapons. A trial is set for July 2025.
Goodmayes Park rape investigation continues with no arrests
Violent Crime—23 Sept 2026, 14:452 min readMetropolitan Police are investigating reports of a rape in Goodmayes Park, Ilford, which is believed to have occurred between August 15 and August 16. The victim reported the incident on August 19, and no arrests have been made as of September 23. Officers are seeking a man walking a dog who assisted the victim.
Bexley Magician Admits Child Abuse and Image Offences
Courts—23 Sept 2026, 14:452 min readBexley magician Kevin Doig has pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a nine-year-old girl and possessing 1,767 indecent and prohibited images of a child. He is due to be sentenced at Woolwich Crown Court in October.Investment fraud reports surge 37%, with £991m lost in 2025
Latest—23 Sept 2026, 13:053 min readReports of investment fraud have risen by 37% in the UK, with total losses reaching £991 million in 2025. The National Crime Agency is highlighting the warning signs as average losses now exceed £25,000, damaging victims' confidence in legitimate investments.Councils demand 'two strikes' powers to close London shops
Crime Data—23 Sept 2026, 12:464 min readA report by the Centre for British Progress suggests councils should have the power to shut down businesses after two breaches of regulations within a year, aiming to combat money laundering and illicit trade on London's high streets.
Woman raped in Brixton churchyard, police appeal for information
Violent Crime—23 Sept 2026, 12:462 min readA woman in her 40s reported being raped at St Matthew's Churchyard in Brixton Hill on September 17. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses, but no arrests have yet been made.