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Floating bus stops risk to visually impaired, campaigners say
Transport Crime—22 Aug 2026, 06:254 min readCampaigners are demanding the removal of 'floating bus stops' in London, citing significant risks to visually impaired and disabled people. A video highlighting cyclist and pedestrian conflicts has gained widespread attention, while a recent City of London Corporation decision to approve a cycleway has drawn criticism.Read more
Four sought by police after train robbery near ShortlandsTransport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 21:052 min readBritish Transport Police have released CCTV images of four young men they wish to identify following a robbery on a train. The incident saw a teenage boy’s phone stolen and his jacket damaged during a struggle.
London Assembly calls for ban on L-plate riders for food deliveryTransport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 17:253 min readThe London Assembly has called for a ban on provisional licence holders undertaking commercial food delivery work. A motion proposed by Assembly Member Thomas Turrell also seeks an expiry cap on Compulsory Basic Training (CBT) certification due to safety concerns.
Police seek four youths over Bromley train phone theft
Transport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 16:052 min readBritish Transport Police are appealing for the public's help to identify four teenagers in connection with a robbery on a train between Beckenham Junction and Shortlands. A boy's phone was stolen and his jacket damaged in the incident on Friday, July 22.
Waterloo station trials security dogs for passenger safety
Transport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 14:463 min readLondon Waterloo station has introduced regular patrols by three dogs, Riley, Buster, and Flo, as part of a three-month trial. The initiative aims to enhance passenger safety and provide a visible deterrent against anti-social behaviour.
Lime Bikes Block Greenwich Foot Tunnel
Transport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 12:463 min readDozens of Lime e-bikes have been found discarded and blocking the Greenwich foot tunnel, leading to accessibility concerns for pedestrians. Greenwich Council has warned the operator that its suitability to operate in the borough will be questioned if the issue persists.
Bromley train robbery: Police release CCTV of suspects
Transport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 11:462 min readA teenage boy had his phone stolen and jacket ripped during a struggle on a train travelling between Beckenham Junction and Shortlands. British Transport Police have released CCTV images of individuals they wish to identify.
Northern line sexual assaults prompt CCTV appeal by British Transport Police
Transport Crime—21 Aug 2026, 07:074 min readBritish Transport Police are investigating two sexual assaults on the Northern line in early August, occurring at Waterloo and near Euston stations. CCTV footage of a suspect has been released, while a separate upskirting incident at West Ham station is also under investigation.
Man dies after car and bus collide on Gunnersbury Avenue, Chiswick
Transport Crime—20 Aug 2026, 14:064 min readA 38-year-old man died after a car and bus collided on Gunnersbury Avenue in Chiswick early on 20 August 2026. The car’s driver was arrested, and the bus driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries. Police are appealing for witnesses with dashcam footage.
Northern line suspect sought after two sexual assaults in three days
Transport Crime—20 Aug 2026, 12:054 min readPolice are appealing for witnesses after two women were sexually assaulted on Northern line trains on 1 and 3 August. CCTV images show a suspect who exposed himself before the first attack at Waterloo station. Officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
Victoria line racial abuse suspect sought after late-night tube incident
Transport Crime—20 Aug 2026, 08:254 min readBritish Transport Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman racially abused passengers on a Victoria line train between Victoria and Oxford Circus at 10:30pm on 30 July. A CCTV image of the suspect has been released as officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
Victoria Line racial abuse: Police seek woman from Oxford Circus CCTV
Transport Crime—20 Aug 2026, 12:053 min readBritish Transport Police have released CCTV footage of a woman they want to speak to after passengers were racially abused on a Victoria Line train between Victoria and Oxford Circus on 30 July 2025. The public are asked to contact police with any information.
Collett Bartley banned for 21 months after crashing into Sydenham Tesco
Transport Crime—19 Aug 2026, 16:054 min readCollett Bartley, 42, crashed a Volkswagen Tiguan into a Tesco Express in Sydenham on 10 June 2026 while over the drink-driving limit. She received a 21-month ban, a community order, and a £120 fine after pleading guilty at Croydon Magistrates' Court on 18 August.
Man assaulted and spat at on train from Cricklewood station
Transport Crime—19 Aug 2026, 16:053 min readA man was pushed, scratched and spat at on a southbound train from Cricklewood station on 28 July 2026. British Transport Police have released an image of a suspect and are urging witnesses to come forward as investigations continue.
Person dies after train collision at Chadwell Heath station
Transport Crime—14 Aug 2026, 13:064 min readA person died after being hit by a train at Chadwell Heath station on 13 August 2026. Emergency services sealed off Station Road and suspended Elizabeth Line services between Whitechapel and Shenfield for over an hour. Police confirmed the incident is not being treated as suspicious.
Dylan Patel named as pilot in fatal Essex plane crash under criminal investigation
Transport Crime—13 Aug 2026, 12:464 min readDylan Patel, 26, from Southall, was piloting a two-seat Cessna that crashed in a field off Mill Lane, Ongar, killing both occupants. Essex Police have opened a criminal investigation, suspending the inquest until its conclusion. Post-mortems found both men died from multiple injuries.
Ilford Station trains cancelled after police operation
Transport Crime—12 Aug 2026, 19:464 min readTrains were cancelled at Ilford Station on 12 August 2026 after police gathered outside. British Transport Police said the disruption followed an incident near the station, with no further details released. Services were suspended for several hours.
Heathrow fuel-tank explosion kills 23-year-old Virgin Atlantic technician
Transport Crime—12 Aug 2026, 14:464 min readA joint investigation by the Metropolitan Police and the Health and Safety Executive is under way after Georgie Buxton, 23, died from injuries sustained inside a Boeing 787-9 fuel tank at Heathrow Airport. Virgin Atlantic has withdrawn the aircraft from service and is supporting Buxton’s family.
Clifford Wilby guilty of harassing Stella Creasy on Victoria line train
Transport Crime—11 Aug 2026, 17:264 min readClifford Wilby was found guilty of harassment after confronting Stella Creasy on a Victoria line train between Walthamstow Central and Finsbury Park on 15 July 2025. The court heard he blocked her exit, shouted about knife crime, and filmed her despite her requests to stop.