London Crime Briefing
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.
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Chelsea supporters were connected to 67 arrests and 76 police actions during the 2025/26 football season, the highest figure for a London club. The data, analysed by 101 Great Goals, shows Chelsea ranked second nationally, behind Manchester City.
Millwall manager Alex Neil has voiced his criticism regarding the temporary halt of their match against Swansea City due to alleged racist abuse. The incident, which occurred during the second half, is now under investigation by the Metropolitan Police.
A Championship match between Millwall and Swansea City was temporarily stopped due to alleged racist abuse aimed at Swansea player Ji-sung Eom. Police are investigating the incident that occurred at The Den.
The fierce rivalry between Millwall and West Ham concluded in a 2-2 draw at The Den, with six arrests made by the Metropolitan Police. Around 400 officers were on duty for the match, which saw Millwall take a 2-0 lead before West Ham mounted a comeback.
A former football hooligan has called for a ban on away fans at matches between Millwall and West Ham. Cass Pennant cited historical violence and fatal consequences stemming from the intense rivalry between the two London clubs.
Eleven men, believed to be Millwall supporters, were arrested in Stratford on suspicion of conspiracy to commit criminal damage. The arrests took place on September 18 near a West Ham pub ahead of a derby match between the two clubs.
A Section 35 dispersal order will be enforced across a large area of South East London for the Millwall vs West Ham match on September 19. The Metropolitan Police will deploy approximately 400 officers to manage the event.
The Metropolitan Police is deploying 400 officers for the Millwall v West Ham football match in south east London, a substantial rise from usual numbers. A Section 35 dispersal order will allow officers to remove individuals causing disorder, and the Sporting Events Act 1985 is in force.
Significant incidents, hearings, outcomes and public-data changes across the capital.