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Three arrested in vehicle crime investigation
Three men were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to steal motor vehicles following police raids on September 16. Over £150,000 in cash was seized during operations targeting addresses in Chelmsford, Ongar, Rawreth, Stapleford Abbots, and Dagenham.
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Crime Data · LondonLambeth tops July crime figures with 3,846 offences in one month
Lambeth recorded the highest number of criminal offences in south-west London in July 2026, with 3,846 crimes, according to Metropolitan Police figures. Theft was the most common offence, while Richmond reported the lowest total with 1,086 incidents. Overall, the region saw a 5% rise in crime compared to June.
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