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Met Police reviewing handling of 2019 letter on Markle Sr claims
Policing—24 Oct 2026, 13:452 min readThe Metropolitan Police is reviewing its 2019 handling of a letter containing claims of alleged offending outside the UK by Thomas Markle Sr. The force confirmed it passed the letter to the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for their awareness but did not share details with other agencies.Read moreMan injured in knife attack after fight on Byng StreetViolent Crime—24 Oct 2026, 13:451 min readA man in his 20s sustained a non-life-threatening knife injury to his hand following reports of a fight on Byng Street, Canary Wharf. No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing.
105 arrested in London-Essex border crackdownPolicing—24 Oct 2026, 13:452 min readA two-week police operation along the London-Essex border resulted in 105 arrests. Officers seized over three kilograms of cannabis, seven weapons, and 14 stolen vehicles, alongside £3,000 in cash.
Lewisham Leads South East London in Violence Rates
Crime Data—24 Oct 2026, 13:453 min readLewisham has recorded the highest rate of violence against the person in south-east London, with 36.2 offences per 1,000 people in the year ending September 2026. Across the capital, such offences rose by 7.6 per cent.
Trio jailed for 10 years over £700k jewellery shop tunnel plot
Latest—24 Oct 2026, 11:463 min readThree men have been sentenced to over 10 years in prison for their part in an organised crime group linked to burglaries worth more than £700,000. The trio attempted to tunnel into a jewellery shop in Tooting from an adjacent massage parlour.
Man critical two weeks after Kensington Church Street fight
Violent Crime—24 Oct 2026, 11:452 min readA man remains in hospital in a critical but stable condition two weeks after suffering head injuries in a fight on Kensington Church Street. Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the incident.Man arrested over £28,000 sheep theft insurance scam
Fraud & Cybercrime—24 Oct 2026, 11:253 min readA 24-year-old man has been arrested by City of London Police on suspicion of fraud. The arrest follows an investigation into insurance claims for over 650 sheep allegedly stolen in Devon, with over £28,000 paid out before a third claim was stopped.Highfield Councillor Tackles Local Issues
Community Safety—24 Oct 2026, 09:463 min readConservative councillor Peter Charalambous, representing Highfield ward in Enfield, has outlined his priorities four months into his term. He is addressing issues including speeding, fly-tipping, and illegal houses in multiple occupation, and has pledged to reintroduce weekly bin collections and offer 30 minutes free parking.Camberwell man escapes 'toxic' manosphere content
Community Safety—24 Oct 2026, 09:254 min readPierce Sebastian, from Camberwell, has detailed his departure from 'manosphere' online content, which he describes as a 'cesspool of toxicity'. He found the material exploited men's insecurities and led to harmful behaviours, prompting a reassessment after a recent autism diagnosis.Hoxton pub wins outdoor drinking rights after safety row
Community Safety—24 Oct 2026, 08:463 min readHowl At The Moon in Hoxton has secured partial approval from Hackney Council to allow outdoor drinking for up to 30 customers until 10pm. The decision follows objections from a local councillor and community group concerned about pavement safety and intimidation.
Met Police boost language support for Tower Hamlets callers
Crime Data—24 Oct 2026, 09:453 min readThe Metropolitan Police is enhancing support for callers in Tower Hamlets facing language barriers, with plans for AI translation services and a focus on identifying vulnerable individuals who may not present as immediate emergencies. Bethnal Green police station's front counter remains open following public advocacy.Gang jailed for foiled Tooting jewellery shop tunnel bid
Courts—24 Oct 2026, 08:253 min readThree men have been sentenced to over 10 years in prison for a conspiracy to commit burglary. The gang was caught attempting to tunnel into a jewellery shop in Tooting, South London, in the early hours of 17 July 2026.
Who is London's Batman? Masked figure performs good deeds
Community Safety—24 Oct 2026, 07:053 min readA masked figure, dubbed 'London's Batman', has been seen performing good deeds across the capital, including cleaning litter and giving out free fuel. The actions, which highlight cost of living issues, have led to speculation about the identity behind the mask, with YouTuber Niko Omilana a prime suspect.Man in his 30s fights for life after Woolwich shooting
Violent Crime—23 Oct 2026, 12:462 min readA man in his 30s is in hospital with life-threatening injuries after being shot on Frances Street in Woolwich. Police were called to the scene on Thursday evening and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.Hackney Pub Licence Compromise After Safety Fears
Community Safety—23 Oct 2026, 10:253 min readHowl At The Moon pub in Hoxton has secured a revised licence allowing more outdoor patrons after residents raised concerns about pedestrian safety and intimidation. The compromise includes limits on numbers and mandatory quarterly meetings with locals.London VRU delivers one million interventions to cut knife crime
Community Safety—23 Oct 2026, 09:463 min readLondon's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) is set to deliver its one millionth targeted intervention by the end of October. Established in 2019, the VRU uses a public health approach to tackle knife crime and violence, with recent data showing a significant decrease in young people hospitalised for knife assaults.Oxford Street to get live facial recognition cameras in December
Policing—23 Oct 2026, 09:453 min readPermanent live facial recognition cameras will be installed on Oxford Street in December, the Metropolitan Police has confirmed. The technology will scan shoppers' faces against a watchlist of suspects, drawing criticism from human rights groups over privacy and a lack of regulation.