The morning case file
London Crime Briefing
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.
Topic
metropolitanpolice
660 stories, newest first · page 18 of 33.
- Courts · Camden
Man jailed for life for Camden murder
Rasheed Abdul Rahman has been sentenced to life in custody for the murder of Mark Carroll in Camden. The 21-year-old received a minimum term of 27 years at Wood Green Crown Court.
Camden2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 20 - Policing · Lambeth
Lambeth man admits importing illegal zombie knives
Jonathan Soares, 20, from Lambeth, has pleaded guilty to 12 charges, including importing illegal zombie knives and fraud, at Inner London Crown Court. Police seized 650 weapons as part of the investigation.
Lambeth4 min readTrust 64 · Craft 72 · Hype 55 - Policing · London
Two arrested in London on suspicion of assisting Iran
A 42-year-old woman and a 60-year-old man were arrested in north and north-west London on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service linked to Iran. They have been released on bail with strict conditions.
London2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20 
Crime Data · IslingtonIslington primary schools increase security after threatening emails
Several primary schools in Islington and surrounding areas have heightened security measures following the receipt of threatening emails. While police have stated there is no immediate threat, investigations are ongoing.
Islington3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41- Violent Crime · Lambeth
Man charged with murder in Lambeth
Leroy Heffron, 38, has been charged with the murder of Thomas Carey, 39, who was found with severe head injuries on Poynders Road, SW4. Two other individuals were arrested in connection with the incident.
Lambeth3 min readTrust 66 · Craft 80 · Hype 15 - Policing · Westminster
Westminster E-bike Operation Leads to 187 Arrests
A major police operation in Westminster targeting thieves using e-bikes and mopeds has resulted in 187 arrests and 157 vehicles seized. The operation, which ran from February to July, also saw a 22 per cent drop in e-bike related crime in areas like Lambeth and Southwark.
Westminster3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 75 · Hype 40 - Crime Data · London
Antisemitic Hate Crime Reports at Two-Year High in London
Antisemitic hate crime reports in London have reached a two-year peak, with the Metropolitan Police receiving three to four reports daily. Over the last 12 months, 1,379 antisemitic offences were recorded, marking a 25% rise compared to the previous year.
London4 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 40 
Violent Crime · NewhamNewham pensioner dies, man arrested after suspected dog attack
A man in his 70s has died following a medical incident in Canning Town, Newham, on September 8. Police arrested a 56-year-old man on suspicion of manslaughter and seized a dog as part of the ongoing investigation.
Newham2 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Courts · City of LondonReform UK faces criminal probe over donation rule allegations
Reform UK is under criminal investigation by the Metropolitan Police following allegations of breaching donation rules concerning foreign funding. The probe follows a Channel 4 News broadcast and involves the Met's Special Enquiry Team.
City of London4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Policing · City of LondonMet Police probe Reform UK over foreign donation claims
The Metropolitan Police has launched a criminal investigation into Reform UK concerning allegations of breaches of foreign donation rules. The probe follows a report by Channel 4 News alleging senior party figures discussed disguising foreign funds, with leader Nigel Farage filmed by undercover reporters.
City of London3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 65
Violent Crime · HounslowHuman remains found at Bedfont Lakes Country Park
A woman's skull and human remains have been discovered at Bedfont Lakes Country Park in Feltham, Hounslow, following wildfires. While police are investigating, any suggested link to serial killer Levi Bellfield is considered speculative.
Hounslow2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 65- Latest
Noel Clarke charged with sexual offences
Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with two counts of sexual assault, three counts of voyeurism, and one count of exposure. The alleged offences involve five women and occurred between 2007 and 2016. Clarke is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 20 
Courts · WestminsterSoho club Trisha's wins later hours despite police objections
The New Evaristo Club, known as Trisha's, has been granted permission to extend its opening hours to 2am. The decision by Westminster council came despite objections from the Metropolitan Police over concerns of crime and disorder.
Westminster3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · IslingtonMan in custody after Islington stabbing; woman bailed
A man in his 40s remains in custody following a stabbing incident on Berriman Road in Islington. A woman in her 20s, also found with stab wounds, has been bailed as police continue their investigation.
Islington3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Policing · BromleyEx-Bromley Detective Banned After Stealing Crisps and Cash
A former Metropolitan Police detective constable from Bromley has been banned from policing after being found guilty of gross misconduct. James Quigley stole crisps and cash from a colleague's locker and wrongly kept police batons at his home.
Bromley3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 67 · Hype 41
Violent Crime · Hammersmith and FulhamWoman jailed for murder and attempted murder in Shepherd's Bush
A fundraising appeal has raised over £4,000 to support Keeley Turner, who was injured trying to save her mother, Samantha Turner, from a fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush on August 18. Alan Dore has been charged with murder and attempted murder.
Hammersmith and Fulham2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 55 · Hype 41- Policing · Redbridge
Ilford police seek man Balasankar Narayanan who absconded from care
Metropolitan Police officers are seeking the public's assistance to find Balasankar Narayanan, 46, who absconded from a care facility in Ilford. He was last seen in South Park on Thursday, 3 September.
Redbridge1 min readTrust 54 · Craft 60 · Hype 10 
Courts · LambethActing sergeant Rachel Bright sacked by Met Police after misconduct hearing
Acting sergeant Rachel Bright has been dismissed from the Metropolitan Police following a misconduct hearing. She was accused of inappropriate touching in Clapham in December 2022. While cleared of sexual assault at trial, a panel found gross misconduct.
Lambeth2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 41
LatestPutney Pusher suspect released under investigation
A 44-year-old man arrested in connection with the 2017 Putney Bridge push incident has been released under investigation by the Metropolitan Police. He was also arrested on suspicion of drug possession.
2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 45- Policing · Wandsworth
Met Police officer dismissed for gross misconduct after touching woman
An Acting Sergeant with the Metropolitan Police has been dismissed without notice following a gross misconduct hearing. The officer was found to have inappropriately touched a woman while off-duty in Clapham Junction in December 2022.
Wandsworth3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20