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Policing · London400 police deployed for Millwall v West Ham amid fan violence fears
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.
London2 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
Crime Data · Lewisham70 Volkswagen badges stolen in four-day south-east London crime spree
Around 70 Volkswagen vehicles had badges and radar sensors stolen in Lewisham, Catford, Forest Hill and nearby areas between 15 and 19 July. Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing and asked residents to report any further incidents or information.
Lewisham4 min readTrust 74 · Craft 85 · Hype 35
Policing · LewishamTwo arrested after Catford robbery and knife discarded on Rushey Green
Met Police arrested two suspects in their 40s after a robbery on Rushey Green, Catford. A man discarded a knife during a foot chase. Both face charges for robbery, offensive weapon possession, and drugs. The incident occurred on 1 August 2026.
Lewisham3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50