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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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Met Police Chief Warns of Criminal Justice System Strain
The head of the Metropolitan Police, Sir Mark Rowley, has described the criminal justice system as being under "massive strain". He cited years of funding cuts and Covid-19 backlogs, leading to nearly 500 London cases set for trial in 2030 and 36 firearms defendants on bail.
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Courts · HackneyBurglar jailed 18 years for killing pensioner
A prolific burglar has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for killing an 86-year-old man in his Hackney home. Ashley Malcolm headbutted John Burke during a burglary in September 2025, leading to the pensioner's death from a fractured nose and intercranial bleeding.
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Courts · SouthwarkJan Repko cleared of sexual assault at Southwark Crown Court
A jury at Southwark Crown Court found Jan Repko not guilty of sexual assault by touching and assault by penetration after a four-hour deliberation. The alleged incident occurred during a 2022 consultation session at the Royal College of Music in London.
Southwark5 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 15- Courts · London
What happens after someone is charged with a crime in London?
A plain-English guide to what a criminal charge means, the first magistrates’ court hearing, bail and remand, Crown Court cases, verdicts and sentencing.
London7 min read