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Northern line
London Crime News has published 6 stories involving Northern line, from July 2026 to September 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Transport Crime · LondonTfL crime rises 4.4% with Central and Northern lines worst affected
Transport for London recorded 24,750 offences across its network in the first half of 2026, a 4.4% rise compared to the same period in 2025. The Central and Northern lines reported the highest numbers of crimes, while hate crime incidents increased sharply.
London4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 72 · Hype 30
Transport Crime · City of LondonPolice seek man over Northern Line sexual assault at London Bridge
A woman was sexually assaulted on a Northern Line train at London Bridge station on Friday, August 7. British Transport Police have released images of a man they believe may have information and are appealing for witnesses.
City of London1 min readTrust 42 · Craft 53 · Hype 41
Courts · City of LondonMan, 85, charged over Northern Line assaults
An 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.
City of London2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 20
Transport Crime · LondonNorthern line sexual assaults prompt CCTV appeal by British Transport Police
British Transport Police are investigating two sexual assaults on the Northern line in early August, occurring at Waterloo and near Euston stations. CCTV footage of a suspect has been released, while a separate upskirting incident at West Ham station is also under investigation.
London4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 65- Transport Crime · London
Northern line suspect sought after two sexual assaults in three days
Police are appealing for witnesses after two women were sexually assaulted on Northern line trains on 1 and 3 August. CCTV images show a suspect who exposed himself before the first attack at Waterloo station. Officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
London4 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50 
Transport Crime · LondonTube Disruptions Hit Barnet Commuters as Northern Line Suspends Northbound Service
Barnet residents faced severe Tube disruptions on 31 July after a signal failure halted northbound Northern line services between Charing Cross and Camden Town. Planned Piccadilly line closures and an operational incident on the Mildmay line added to delays, with TfL accepting tickets on local bus routes.
London5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 65