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Two men charged over alleged Iran-linked RAF Fairford plot
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 16:253 min readMohmed Abdulkarim and Nouman Essghir appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court charged under the National Security Act 2023. They are accused of involvement in a plot allegedly directed by an Iranian state-linked handler.Read moreMan stabbed on Stanmore street before dawnViolent Crime—27 Oct 2026, 19:062 min readA man was stabbed on Taunton Way in Stanmore just before 4:25 am on October 27. Emergency services, including police and ambulance teams, attended the scene. The victim received treatment and was transported to a major trauma centre.
Husband Admits 56 Abuse Charges; Four Men on TrialCourts—27 Oct 2026, 14:054 min readPhilip Young has pleaded guilty to 56 charges related to the abuse of his former wife, Joanne Young. Four other men are now on trial at Winchester Crown Court, accused of sexually abusing Mrs. Young, who was allegedly drugged and restrained.
Lambeth Council reverses demolition plans for two housing estates
Community Safety—27 Oct 2026, 14:054 min readLambeth Council's Cabinet has formally abandoned plans to demolish Central Hill and Cressingham Gardens housing estates. The decision, made on October 21, means the estates will be kept and repaired, with the council citing financial unviability for the original redevelopment proposals.Man Accused of Murder After Fatal Bowling Alley Stabbing
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 13:473 min readEllis Anim-Annor, 29, faces charges of murder and wounding with intent after a fatal stabbing outside a Croydon bowling alley on February 15. The prosecution alleges the incident began after a comment about the defendant's girlfriend's appearance.
Harrow man faces two-year recovery after fence injury
Community Safety—27 Oct 2026, 12:462 min readA Harrow resident is facing a recovery period of up to two years after a severe injury sustained while climbing a fence. Hamish Franklin severed a nerve in his arm, impacting the feeling and function of his pinky and ring fingers.
Person dies at Hanwell Elizabeth Line station
Transport Crime—27 Oct 2026, 10:462 min readA person has died after an incident on the tracks at Hanwell station on October 27. British Transport Police attended the scene, but the individual was pronounced dead. The incident is not being treated as suspicious, and Elizabeth Line services are experiencing significant disruption.Two Londoners Charged Over Iran Intelligence Plot
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 09:452 min readTwo British nationals from London, Mohmed Abdulkarim and Nouman Essghir, have been charged in connection with a plot to assist Iran's intelligence service. The charges follow an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing into an incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire.
Police incident closes Blackstock Road in Finsbury Park
Violent Crime—27 Oct 2026, 10:462 min readBlackstock Road in Finsbury Park has been cordoned off since late on October 26 due to a police incident. A forensic tent was seen at the scene, and bus routes have been diverted, causing disruption to local transport.
Review into Henry Nowak murder announced
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 09:453 min readAn independent review into the murder of Henry Nowak in Southampton has been announced. Alex Chalk will lead the inquiry, which will examine missed opportunities to intervene and the family's experience of the criminal justice system.Mrs Justice Joanna Smith takes interim leadership role in Business and Property Division
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 09:253 min readMrs Justice Joanna Smith has been appointed Deputy President of the Business and Property Division on an interim basis. The role, starting 1 November 2026, involves managing the division's daily operations, overseeing judge deployment, and case allocation.
Lord Justice Green to lead Judicial College from November 2026
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 09:252 min readLord Justice Green has been appointed the new Chair of the Judicial College, a body responsible for judicial training. His appointment begins on 20 November 2026, and he will take over from Lady Justice King.Man denies child rape charges at Inner London Crown Court
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 08:252 min readRichard Aboagye, 49, is on trial at Inner London Crown Court denying four counts of raping a girl under 13 and one count of assault by penetration. The prosecution presented evidence alleging he told the victim other men were 'evil'.Bromley man avoids prison for acid threat and stalking
Courts—27 Oct 2026, 06:462 min readA 63-year-old man from Bromley, Ihor Leshanych, has been given a suspended prison sentence after admitting stalking a woman and common assault. He threatened to throw acid in her face and was issued a restraining order.Man wanted over Enfield fatal shooting may have changed appearance
Violent Crime—26 Oct 2026, 20:453 min readAbreham Woldegiworgis, 35, is wanted by police investigating the fatal shooting of Erdem Mustafa, 35, at an Enfield pub on October 19. Detectives believe Woldegiworgis has significantly altered his appearance. A 23-year-old man has been arrested.Greenwich councillors gain powers to refuse new HMOs
Community Safety—26 Oct 2026, 18:453 min readGreenwich councillors can now refuse applications for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) under new planning rules. These rules include a size threshold and a limit on the number of HMOs in a specific area, aiming to protect family housing.Canadian men jailed for City of London hotel stabbing
Courts—26 Oct 2026, 15:333 min readTwo Canadian nationals have been sentenced to prison for their roles in a stabbing at a City of London hotel. The incident, which occurred during a drug deal, left the victim with life-threatening injuries. Police recovered drugs and cash from the scene.