London Crime Briefing
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.
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Cyclists caught running red lights in the City of London may now opt to watch a road safety film instead of receiving an immediate fine. The 'STOP, LOOK, LISTEN, CHANGE' initiative aims to educate riders on the consequences of dangerous cycling.
City of London police have introduced a 'sin bin' approach for cyclists caught running red lights. Offenders can opt to watch a 47-second road safety video, featuring testimonials from visually impaired individuals and accident footage, or pay a £50 fixed penalty notice.
Recklessly ridden and illegally modified e-bikes are posing a significant danger to cyclists in London. Two women, Morwenna Hughes and Jane Ouartsi, have sustained severe injuries in separate incidents in Hammersmith.
A cyclist was taken to hospital with a head injury following a collision on Kennington Park Road on September 1, 2026. Part of the road was temporarily closed while emergency services responded to the incident.
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.