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Man sought over three train sexual assaults
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 13:052 min readBritish Transport Police are seeking a man in connection with three sexual assaults and an attempted sexual assault on trains travelling between London and Essex. Images of the suspect have been released.Read more
Bollinder Place Death: Six Released on Bail in Murder ProbeViolent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 12:462 min readClara Bale, 23, was discovered unresponsive at a property in Bollinder Place, Islington, on August 6. Six individuals arrested on suspicion of murder have since been released on bail as officers continue to investigate the circumstances of her death.
Coroner warns NHS 111 after Camden woman's deathCourts—25 Aug 2026, 12:253 min readMulu Yohanes, 53, died in February 2025 from complications after brain surgery. She was advised by NHS 111 to treat vomiting at home, days after discharge from University College London Hospital, before being found unresponsive.
Ex-officer Rikki Hall charged with rape and strangulation
Latest—26 Aug 2026, 01:052 min readFormer South Wales Police officer Rikki Hall has been charged with two counts of rape and one count of non-fatal strangulation. The alleged offences occurred in Swansea in February 2024 while he was on duty. Hall also faces charges of firearm possession and two counts of misconduct in public office.
Grenfell-linked housing boss given permanent role by Barnet Group
Policing—25 Aug 2026, 11:463 min readLaura Johnson, a former housing director at Kensington and Chelsea Council during the Grenfell Tower fire, has been permanently appointed as group director of development and property at The Barnet Group. The decision follows criticism from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry and concerns raised by survivors.
Man, 85, charged over Northern Line assaults
Courts—25 Aug 2026, 11:462 min readAn 85-year-old man has been charged with sexual assault and exposure following two alleged incidents on the Northern Line. Constantine Fernando is due to appear at Inner London Crown Court next month.
Boy injured in crocodile enclosure discharged from hospital
Latest—25 Aug 2026, 12:053 min readA three-year-old boy seriously injured in a crocodile enclosure at Johnsons of Old Hurst has been discharged from hospital. The boy is now home with his family, who have raised over £113,000 to support his recovery.
Man in life-threatening condition after Yeading Lane stabbing
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 11:462 min readA 21-year-old man is in a critical condition after being found with stab injuries on Yeading Lane, Northolt. Another man sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and a 16-year-old boy and a 51-year-old man have been arrested.
Firm and director fined for unsafe roof work at Kings Cross Inn
Courts—25 Aug 2026, 11:473 min readA construction company and its director have been fined for endangering workers with unsafe roof operations at the Kings Cross Express Inn. The Health and Safety Executive investigated concerns raised about practices during refurbishment work.
Clara Bale, 23, named as victim in Islington murder probe
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 10:463 min readA murder investigation has been launched in Islington after 23-year-old Clara Bale was found dead at an address on Bollinder Place. Six people arrested in connection with her death have been released on bail.
Notting Hill Carnival: From 1970s Sound Systems to Today's Celebrations
Community Safety—25 Aug 2026, 10:054 min readThe Notting Hill Carnival, which began as a Caribbean celebration in the 1960s, transformed in the 1970s with the rise of sound systems. An author shares personal memories of this era, highlighting the sense of freedom and community before increased regulation following the 1976 riot.
Croydon Car Wash Cordoned Off After Police Incident
Policing—25 Aug 2026, 10:052 min readA car wash on Beddington Lane in Croydon has been cordoned off by police following an incident that began in the early hours of Monday, August 24. Forensic officers and police dogs have been seen at the scene.
Camden Council to review e-bike bay location after shop owner's complaints
Community Safety—25 Aug 2026, 10:053 min readCamden Council has approved a new strategy for dockless bike hire schemes but will review an e-bike bay outside a Covent Garden shop following complaints about obstruction and anti-social behaviour.
Two hospitalised after Northolt stabbing
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 08:452 min readTwo people were taken to a major trauma centre after a stabbing incident on Yeading Lane Estate in Northolt on August 24. Four people were treated at the scene by emergency services.
Mohamed Al Fayed suspect case file sent to prosecutors
Courts—25 Aug 2026, 07:052 min readThe Metropolitan Police has submitted a case file to prosecutors concerning a suspect in his 80s as part of an investigation into alleged sexual assaults against Mohamed Al Fayed. The Crown Prosecution Service will now decide whether to bring charges.
London to receive £6bn for social housing
Community Safety—25 Aug 2026, 08:053 min readLondon has been allocated £6bn from a national fund to build more than 70,000 social and affordable homes over the next decade. This funding is part of a wider programme to address the housing crisis and reduce the number of households on waiting lists.
Man Charged with Manslaughter in Finsbury Park Death
Courts—24 Aug 2026, 21:252 min readA 46-year-old man has been charged with manslaughter and aggravated burglary with intent following the death of a 75-year-old woman in Finsbury Park. Rose Smith died on August 12th after an incident on August 11th. The accused is due to appear in court on August 25th.
Inquest into Cambridge professor Jason Arday's death to open
Courts—24 Aug 2026, 21:452 min readAn inquest into the death of Professor Jason Arday, who was found in Battersea on August 14, will open on Wednesday, August 26. His memoir is due to be published the following day, days after he resigned from his Cambridge post amid plagiarism allegations.
Khan pledges £875k to combat extremism amid hate crime rise
Community Safety—24 Aug 2026, 19:253 min readMayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced £875,000 in new funding to combat extremism in the capital. This comes as antisemitic hate crimes have risen 24% and anti-Muslim hate reports have doubled compared to previous periods.