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- 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.
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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
Courts · Hammersmith and FulhamMan Charged After Shepherd's Bush Mother Stabbed to Death
A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder after a mother was fatally stabbed at her Shepherd's Bush home. Her daughter was also injured when she tried to intervene in the attack.
Hammersmith and Fulham3 min readTrust 48 · Craft 67 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · Hammersmith and FulhamWoman recovering after intervening in mother's fatal stabbing
A woman seriously injured after intervening in her mother's fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush is recovering at home. Keeley Turner was stabbed twice while trying to save her mother, Samantha Turner, who died from 70 stab wounds. A fundraiser has raised over £4,000 to support Keeley Turner.
Hammersmith and Fulham3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 41
Violent Crime · LambethThomas Carey named as man found dead in Clapham
A murder investigation is underway in Clapham after Thomas Carey, 39, was found dead at an address in Poynders Road. No arrests have been made and police are appealing for witnesses.
Lambeth2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 20
Violent Crime · LambethThomas Carey named as murder victim on Lambeth's Oaklands Estate
Thomas Carey has been named and pictured as the victim of a murder on the Oaklands Estate in Lambeth. Detectives believe he died between September 3 and 4, 2026, and are seeking information from the local area.
Lambeth2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 61
Violent Crime · LambethMan found dead, murder investigation launched in Lambeth
A murder investigation is underway after a man in his 30s was discovered deceased at an address on Poynders Road in Lambeth. Officers were called to the scene on Friday evening and the Metropolitan Police have confirmed no arrests have been made.
Lambeth2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Violent Crime · LambethMan dies from head injuries in Clapham; murder probe launched
A murder investigation has been launched in Clapham after a man in his 30s died from serious head injuries. Police were called to Poynders Road on Friday, September 4, and found the man at the scene. No arrests have been made.
Lambeth2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 67 · Hype 41
Violent Crime · Brent£20,000 reward offered for information on Kilburn murder
A reward of up to £20,000 is available for information leading to a conviction in the murder of Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters, who was shot on Bravington Road, Kilburn. The Met Police have made four arrests, but the killer remains at large.
Brent3 min readTrust 64 · Craft 80 · Hype 30- Violent Crime · Brent
Reward increased for information on Kilburn fatal shooting
Detectives are renewing their appeal for information two years after Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters was fatally shot in Kilburn. A reward of up to £20,000 is offered for exclusive information leading to a conviction.
Brent3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 77 · Hype 45 
Violent Crime · NewhamMan Shot Dead in East Ham Car
An inquest has opened into the death of Masum Miah, 42, who was fatally shot while sitting in a car in East Ham. Sergiu Leahu, 40, has been charged with murder.
Newham3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 70
LatestChild among two dead in Grangetown house fire; two arrested
A child is among two people who died in a house fire in Grangetown, Cleveland. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder. A murder investigation is underway, with police considering possible links to a recent fatal crash on the A66.
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Violent Crime · BrentBrent Civic Centre closed as murder investigation continues
Brent Civic Centre and Wembley Library remained closed for a second day as police investigate a fatal stabbing. A young victim was found with stab wounds on Tuesday afternoon and pronounced dead at the scene. A Section 60 order has been put in place.
Brent3 min readTrust 40 · Craft 60 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · BrentMan fatally stabbed near Wembley Stadium; murder probe launched
A murder investigation is underway after a young man was fatally stabbed near Wembley Stadium on August 25. Police were called to Engineers Way and found the victim, believed to be in his late teens or early twenties, pronounced dead at the scene. Additional stop and search powers have been granted.
Brent2 min readTrust 40 · Craft 57 · Hype 45
Violent Crime · IslingtonClara Bale, 23, formally identified after death in Islington
Clara Bale, 23, has been formally identified by police after being found dead at an address in Bollinder Place, Islington. Six people arrested on suspicion of murder have been released on bail as the investigation continues.
Islington2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Violent Crime · IslingtonBollinder Place Death: Six Released on Bail in Murder Probe
Clara Bale, 23, was discovered unresponsive at a property in Bollinder Place, Islington, on August 6. Six individuals arrested on suspicion of murder have since been released on bail as officers continue to investigate the circumstances of her death.
Islington2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 53 · Hype 65- Violent Crime · Islington
Clara Bale, 23, named as victim in Islington murder probe
A murder investigation has been launched in Islington after 23-year-old Clara Bale was found dead at an address on Bollinder Place. Six people arrested in connection with her death have been released on bail.
Islington3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 - Violent Crime · Hammersmith and Fulham
Man Charged Over Fatal Shepherd's Bush Stabbing
A man has appeared in court charged with murder and attempted murder following a fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush. Samantha Turner died in the incident on August 18, and her daughter Keeley Turner was allegedly stabbed.
Hammersmith and Fulham2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 63 · Hype 41 - Violent Crime · Islington
Man arrested after 75-year-old woman dies following burglary
A 46-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and aggravated burglary following the death of 75-year-old Rose Smith. She died on August 12th after a burglary in Tollington Park, Islington.
Islington3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 60 · Hype 20 - Violent Crime · Hounslow
Man arrested on suspicion of murder after fatal Hounslow fire
A fatal fire on Berkeley Avenue, Hounslow, has led to a murder investigation. A 48-year-old woman died in hospital, and eight others were injured, with one remaining in a critical condition. A 34-year-old man has been arrested.
Hounslow3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 20