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Man dies in Mill Hill after tree falls on car
Violent Crime—26 Oct 2026, 01:462 min readA man in his 20s has died in Mill Hill after a large tree fell onto his moving car. Emergency services attended the scene near Dollis Road and Abercorn Road on Sunday, October 25, but the man was pronounced dead at the location.Read moreEaling Police Get New Powers to Tackle Anti-Social BehaviourCommunity Safety—26 Oct 2026, 00:463 min readNew Respect Orders, introduced on Monday 26 October 2026, will empower Ealing police and other authorities to impose stricter measures on adult offenders responsible for anti-social behaviour. These orders can include curfews, town centre bans, and unlimited fines.
Barnet held to draw by late Oldham equaliserLatest—25 Oct 2026, 18:052 min readBarnet Football Club was held to a 1-1 draw at home by Oldham Athletic on 25 October 2026. Kabongo Tshimanga scored Barnet's goal in the 20th minute, but Mike Fondop equalised for Oldham in stoppage time. The match saw Barnet's Isiah Noel-Williams sent off.
Canning Town residents evacuated over 'imminent risk to life'
Community Safety—25 Oct 2026, 18:053 min readMore than 200 residents have been evacuated from three tower blocks in Canning Town, Newham, due to urgent structural safety concerns. Engineers identified an 'imminent risk to life', leaving residents unsure when they can return or who will cover temporary accommodation expenses.Met Police to scale back tag breach response
Policing—25 Oct 2026, 17:052 min readThe Metropolitan Police is reducing its response to electronic tag breaches in a pilot scheme running until spring. Officers will only attend incidents lasting less than an hour if there is a public risk, prioritising high-risk offenders.
Four-year-old girl dies in Barking tower block fall
Violent Crime—25 Oct 2026, 16:252 min readA four-year-old girl has died after falling from a tower block in St Paul's Road, Barking. The Metropolitan Police were called to the scene on Saturday, October 24, and are continuing their investigation.London Violence Reduction Unit invests £140m in preventative crime measures
Crime Data—25 Oct 2026, 16:054 min readLondon's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) has invested over £140 million since 2019, reaching 750,000 young people with diversionary activities. Director Lib Peck argues that a preventative approach, alongside enforcement, is crucial for tackling high crime levels and has led to a reduction in violence with injury.Met Police to ignore minor electronic tag breaches
Policing—25 Oct 2026, 15:463 min readThe Metropolitan Police is piloting a new approach to electronic tag breaches, meaning officers will no longer automatically respond to minor curfew or battery failures lasting less than an hour. The scheme aims to free up resources for more serious cases.
Motorcyclist, 19, dies after police pursuit on A12
Policing—25 Oct 2026, 15:462 min readA 19-year-old man has died after his motorcycle crashed on the A12 near Gallows Corner. Police had indicated for the rider, who was not displaying registration plates, to stop before the collision occurred. Both the Met's Directorate of Professional Standards and the IOPC have been informed.
Two injured as scaffolding collapses onto Streatham High Road
Community Safety—25 Oct 2026, 15:453 min readTwo people were taken to hospital after scaffolding fell onto Streatham High Road at about 1.40pm on Sunday. Police set up a cordon, the road was closed in both directions and engineers are now securing the rest of the scaffold.Met Police restrict protests outside JW3 centre on Finchley Road
Policing—25 Oct 2026, 14:453 min readThe Metropolitan Police have imposed a protest restriction around JW3, a Jewish community hub on Finchley Road, Hampstead. Under Section 158 they may order face coverings removed if used to hide identity. The move follows a 2024 demonstration that prompted harassment complaints and an arrest.
Wandsworth Tories review Alton Estate regeneration plans
Community Safety—25 Oct 2026, 07:454 min readWandsworth Council's Conservative leadership is reviewing Labour's masterplan for the Alton Estate regeneration, which proposed more than 50 per cent affordable housing. A £9.5m funding pot for a family hub and nursery has already been withdrawn.Man arrested after Brixton Tube station stabbing
Transport Crime—25 Oct 2026, 07:051 min readA man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent after a stabbing at Brixton Tube station. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries to his face and back. British Transport Police are continuing their enquiries.Lewisham Manhunt for Prisoner Convicted of ABH
Courts—24 Oct 2026, 17:452 min readA manhunt is underway in South London for Anthony Lloyd, 38, who escaped from a Lewisham medical facility on Friday afternoon. Convicted of Actual Bodily Harm in 2025, he is considered a risk to himself and the public.
Man dies after crash near Gallows Corner
Violent Crime—24 Oct 2026, 17:452 min readA man has died following a car crash in East London on Saturday, October 24. Emergency services were called to Masefield Crescent near Gallows Corner, where a London Air Ambulance was dispatched.
Manhunt for escaped Lewisham medical facility patient
Latest—24 Oct 2026, 17:052 min readA manhunt is underway for Anthony Lloyd, 38, who escaped from a medical facility in Lewisham on Friday, October 23. He is described as a risk to himself and the public, and anyone with information is asked to contact police immediately.Lewisham prisoner Anthony Lloyd wanted after escape
Courts—24 Oct 2026, 18:052 min readA manhunt is underway for Anthony Lloyd, 38, who escaped from a Lewisham medical facility on Friday, October 23. He is described as white, 5ft 8in, of medium build with short dark hair. Police warn he poses a risk to himself and the public and urge people not to approach him.London Ambulance Service staff report 462 abuse incidents
Crime Data—24 Oct 2026, 15:463 min readLondon Ambulance Service call handlers reported 462 incidents of sexual abuse in the year to July 2026. Around a third of these occurred in control rooms, with some staff needing therapy due to the abuse.