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- Courts · Croydon
Man Accused of Murder After Fatal Bowling Alley Stabbing
Ellis 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.
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Courts · CroydonCroydon seafood workers avoid jail for £80,000 prawn theft
Four employees of Upstream Seafoods in Croydon have received suspended sentences and community orders after admitting to stealing nearly £80,000 worth of prawns. The thefts occurred over an 18-month period, impacting the owner emotionally and financially.
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Courts · CroydonMedical emergency halts Old Bailey hearing for two brothers
A hearing at the Old Bailey for two brothers charged with the attempted murder of an adult male was interrupted on Thursday. One of the boys, aged 12 or 14, became distressed and required first aid during the court session.
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Transport Crime · CroydonCroydon driver jailed for killing highways worker on M23 slip road
A 38-year-old man from Croydon has admitted killing a 65-year-old highways worker after driving into a coned-off area on the M23 slip road near Junction 9. Blood tests showed Domarkas was nearly three times over the legal alcohol limit. Sentencing is due on 28 September 2026.
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