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Violent Crime · HillingdonMan raped near Heathrow; police seek witnesses
A man in his twenties was raped in an alleyway near Heathrow Airport in the early hours of Tuesday, September 22. Thames Valley Police are investigating the incident and have released a description of a suspect they wish to identify.
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Met Police: Spiking Offences Rise, Offenders Use Vapes and Pills
The Metropolitan Police has reported a significant increase in spiking offences, with offenders now using over-the-counter medications and drug-laced vapes. Over 2,700 incidents were recorded in the last year, primarily targeting individuals aged 18 to 35, often in private settings.
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Met Police warn of drug-laced vapes and medicines used in London spiking
The Metropolitan Police have issued a warning about new methods used by predators to spike victims in London, including drug-laced vapes and over-the-counter medicines. Over 2,700 spiking offences were recorded in the past year, with a significant portion of victims aged 18 to 35.
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Violent Crime · Kingston upon ThamesChessington assault investigation closed by police
An investigation into an assault involving two 11-year-old girls on Woodgate Avenue, Chessington, has been closed by the Metropolitan Police. The girls sustained minor injuries and were taken to hospital. Police stated there were no positive lines of enquiry.
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Violent Crime · HackneyHackney Downs station assault: Police seek man after train threats
British Transport Police are seeking to identify a man after an incident on a train and an assault at Hackney Downs station on August 30. Officers want to speak to the victim and any witnesses.
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Violent Crime · CroydonMan stabbed at Croydon supermarket
A man in his mid-30s was taken to hospital after being stabbed at a supermarket in Croydon on September 21. The Metropolitan Police are investigating and have appealed for witnesses.
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Violent Crime · HounslowMan rearrested over Feltham fire remains identified as missing mother
A 56-year-old man has been rearrested in connection with the discovery of human remains in Feltham, which have been identified as missing mother-of-three Joanne Sheen. Sheen was last seen in December 2019.
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Violent Crime · HounslowJoanne Sheen remains found seven years after disappearance
Human remains believed to be those of Joanne Sheen were discovered in Feltham on August 12, nearly seven years after she vanished. A 56-year-old man from Southampton has been arrested.
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Violent Crime · IslingtonReece Salmon, 28, dies after stabbing in Islington
A murder investigation has been launched after 28-year-old Reece Salmon died in hospital following a stabbing in Lloyd Baker Street, Islington. Police have implemented enhanced stop-and-search powers in the area and are appealing for witnesses.
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Violent Crime · SouthwarkTwo jailed for manslaughter after fatal stabbing outside Southwark McDonald's
Two 18-year-olds have been sentenced to four years each for the manslaughter of Yeray Sanchez Morales, who was fatally stabbed nine times outside a Southwark McDonald's. Eight others were also convicted for their involvement in the attack.
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Violent Crime · Tower HamletsPolice seek men after girl, 13, allegedly raped in Bethnal Green park
A 13-year-old girl was allegedly raped in Weavers Fields, Bethnal Green, on August 1, 2024. Her family has spoken out about the devastating impact of the attack, which has left her living in fear. Police are appealing for information and have released CCTV images of two men they wish to trace.
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Violent Crime · CroydonCroydon man arrested after Landsdowne Road standoff
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Croydon following an incident at a residential property on Landsdowne Road. The arrest was made on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, false imprisonment, and making threats to kill.
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Violent Crime · Tower HamletsPolice release CCTV of men sought in Tower Hamlets rape investigation
Metropolitan Police have released CCTV footage of two men they wish to identify in connection with the rape of a 13-year-old girl. The attack took place in Weavers Fields, Tower Hamlets, on August 1, 2024.
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Violent Crime · CroydonMan arrested in Croydon on suspicion of GBH, false imprisonment
A 28-year-old man has been arrested in Croydon on suspicion of grievous bodily harm, false imprisonment, and threats to kill. The arrest followed reports of a disturbance on Landsdowne Road in the early hours of September 18.
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Violent Crime · City of LondonMan charged after fatal assault at Liverpool Street Station
Jeremiah Maximo, 38, has been charged in connection with the death of Thomas Jewitt, 32, who was assaulted at Liverpool Street Station on Sunday, August 30. Mr Jewitt died in hospital two days later.
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Violent Crime · Tower HamletsBethnal Green rape: £10,000 reward for information on two men
A £10,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of two men suspected of raping a 13-year-old girl in Bethnal Green on August 1, 2024. The victim's family has spoken of the devastating impact of the attack.
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Violent Crime · BromleyBromley KFC stabbing: 14-year-old remanded over attack
A 14-year-old boy has been remanded into youth detention accommodation following a stabbing at a Bromley KFC. The incident on September 10th left four people injured and led to further arrests.
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Violent Crime · LambethWoman reports rape in Brixton churchyard, police investigate
A woman in her 40s has reported being raped in St Matthew's Churchyard on Brixton Hill. The Metropolitan Police have cordoned off a section of the churchyard and are appealing for information. No arrests have been made.
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Violent Crime · WandsworthMan arrested in Putney Bridge incident found dead
Nicholas Brandram, 44, who was arrested in connection with the 2017 Putney Bridge incident, has been found dead at his Chiswick home. His family claim he was innocent and died due to police pressure.
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Violent Crime · WestminsterCovent Garden rape suspect charged with strangulation
Christopher Rocha, 22, has been charged with rape and intentional strangulation after a woman was allegedly attacked in Macklin Street, Covent Garden. He appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court and is due at Wood Green Crown Court.
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