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Adell Groves, 33, dies after New Kent Road car collision
Violent Crime—18 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readAdell Groves, 33, died on September 14 after being struck by a car on New Kent Road in Southwark. A 31-year-old man was arrested at the scene. The collision caused significant traffic disruption.Read more
Bethnal Green rape: £10,000 reward for information on two menViolent Crime—18 Sept 2026, 15:473 min readA £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.
Haringey man charged with murder over fatal White Hart Lane shootingViolent Crime—18 Sept 2026, 10:462 min readAli Syed, 40, has been charged with murder and four counts of possessing a firearm in connection with the death of Talip Guzel. Guzel, 33, died from a gunshot wound in White Hart Lane, N17, on July 30, 2023. Syed was arrested in Cyprus and extradited to the UK.
Bromley KFC stabbing: 14-year-old remanded over attack
Violent Crime—17 Sept 2026, 19:052 min readA 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.
Woman reports rape in Brixton churchyard, police investigate
Violent Crime—17 Sept 2026, 17:251 min readA 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.
Feltham wildfire remains identified as missing mother Joanne Sheen
Violent Crime—17 Sept 2026, 14:462 min readHuman remains discovered in Feltham after a wildfire have been identified as missing mother-of-three Joanne Sheen. A 56-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit murder as Hampshire Police lead the investigation.
Man arrested in Putney Bridge incident found dead
Violent Crime—17 Sept 2026, 13:052 min readNicholas 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.
Edgware school lockdown lifted after armed man reports
Violent Crime—16 Sept 2026, 18:462 min readMenorah Grammar School in Edgware was placed in lockdown as a precautionary measure after reports of a man with a suspected firearm. The lockdown was lifted following police guidance, and the incident is not believed to be related to the Jewish community.
Police cordon George Lane in South Woodford after forensics called
Violent Crime—16 Sept 2026, 13:261 min readA police cordon was established around a Co-op store on George Lane in South Woodford on Tuesday evening. Forensics teams were dispatched to the scene as officers cordoned off the road.
Covent Garden rape suspect charged with strangulation
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 18:252 min readChristopher 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.
Man shot on Leigham Court Road, Streatham
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 17:462 min readA man in his 20s was shot on Leigham Court Road in Streatham on September 14. Police and ambulance services attended the scene, with forensic officers gathering evidence. The victim's injuries are not life-threatening and no arrests have been made.
Teenager stabbed and robbed in Mitcham
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 16:252 min readA 16-year-old boy was stabbed and robbed in Mitcham on Sunday, September 13. The incident occurred on Yorkshire Road and the victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No arrests have been made and police investigations are ongoing.
Teenager arrested on suspicion of rape in Plumstead
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 14:451 min readA 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an alleged incident on Kingsdale Road in Plumstead. The Metropolitan Police are investigating and the arrested teenager remains in custody.
Teenage boy arrested after girl allegedly raped in Plumstead
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 14:462 min readA 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of rape following an alleged incident on Kingsdale Road in Plumstead. The teenage victim is being supported by specialist officers as the investigation continues.
Three 14-year-old boys attacked on Mill Hill bus in antisemitic hate crime
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 12:463 min readThree 14-year-old schoolboys were attacked on a bus in Mill Hill on September 10. The Metropolitan Police are investigating the incident as an antisemitic hate crime and are seeking a white British man.
Driver arrested after woman dies in Southwark crash
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 11:052 min readA 31-year-old driver has been arrested in Southwark after a 33-year-old pedestrian died following a collision on New Kent Road. The incident occurred on September 14, and police are continuing their enquiries.
Man injured in Streatham shooting, police investigate
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 09:462 min readA man in his 20s has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a reported shooting in Streatham. The Metropolitan Police have launched an investigation and increased police presence in the area.
Fireworks aimed at Maida Vale synagogue by youths
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 09:462 min readA group of youths reportedly launched fireworks towards the Lauderdale Road Synagogue in Maida Vale on Sunday, September 13. The synagogue was empty and no damage or injuries were reported. Police are investigating and have increased patrols.
Woman, 33, dies after rush hour collision in Southwark
Violent Crime—15 Sept 2026, 06:452 min readA 33-year-old woman has died following a collision with a car on New Kent Road, Elephant and Castle, on September 14. Police have arrested a man and are appealing for witnesses.