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Family plea for information 10 years after Bethnal Green stabbing
Violent Crime—10 Sept 2026, 09:254 min readThe family of Russell Brown are appealing for information a decade after he was fatally stabbed in Bethnal Green. He died on September 11, 2016, following an incident at Nelson Gardens. Two men were found not guilty of his murder.Read more
Newham pensioner dies, man arrested after suspected dog attackViolent Crime—9 Sept 2026, 18:452 min readA man in his 70s has died following a medical incident in Canning Town, Newham, on September 8. Police arrested a 56-year-old man on suspicion of manslaughter and seized a dog as part of the ongoing investigation.
Human remains found at Bedfont Lakes Country ParkViolent Crime—9 Sept 2026, 15:462 min readA woman's skull and human remains have been discovered at Bedfont Lakes Country Park in Feltham, Hounslow, following wildfires. While police are investigating, any suggested link to serial killer Levi Bellfield is considered speculative.
Elderly man collapses after alleged dog attack in Canning Town
Violent Crime—9 Sept 2026, 11:452 min readAn elderly man has reportedly collapsed following an alleged dog attack in Star Lane, Canning Town. Shopkeepers described the incident, which occurred on Tuesday, September 8, and one alleged the man died after being bitten.
Women detail child exploitation by London drug gangs
Violent Crime—9 Sept 2026, 09:254 min readFour women have spoken out about their experiences of being targeted by drug gangs as children, detailing manipulation, sexual exploitation, and a perceived failure by authorities to protect them. The BBC documentary 'Britain's Forgotten Girls' highlights their stories.
Megan McKenna robbed at home, now splits time between Essex and Berlin
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 22:253 min readTV personality Megan McKenna has spoken about the support she has received after a home robbery in June 2025. The incident led her to relocate to Germany, where her husband Oliver Burke lives, and she now divides her time between Essex and Berlin.
Man in custody after Islington stabbing; woman bailed
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 20:253 min readA man in his 40s remains in custody following a stabbing incident on Berriman Road in Islington. A woman in her 20s, also found with stab wounds, has been bailed as police continue their investigation.
Youths shoot sleeping parakeets with catapults in Orpington park
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 19:053 min readDozens of ring-necked parakeets have been found dead in Priory Gardens, Orpington, after being shot with catapults by youths. The Greenwich Wildlife Network is calling for stricter regulations on catapult sales to under-18s, as Bromley Council assists police in an investigation into the ongoing attacks.
Woman recovering after intervening in mother's fatal stabbing
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 15:463 min readA woman seriously injured after intervening in her mother's fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush is recovering at home. Keeley Turner was stabbed twice while trying to save her mother, Samantha Turner, who died from 70 stab wounds. A fundraiser has raised over £4,000 to support Keeley Turner.
Woman jailed for murder and attempted murder in Shepherd's Bush
Violent Crime—8 Sept 2026, 14:462 min readA fundraising appeal has raised over £4,000 to support Keeley Turner, who was injured trying to save her mother, Samantha Turner, from a fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush on August 18. Alan Dore has been charged with murder and attempted murder.
Man arrested after Vauxhall assault leaves victim with head injuries
Violent Crime—7 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readPolice were called to an assault near Vauxhall Bus Station on Tuesday morning where a 25-year-old man was found with head injuries. A 24-year-old man was arrested at the scene and has since been bailed.
Thomas Carey named as man found dead in Clapham
Violent Crime—7 Sept 2026, 16:462 min readA murder investigation is underway in Clapham after Thomas Carey, 39, was found dead at an address in Poynders Road. No arrests have been made and police are appealing for witnesses.
Man in his 30s found with life-threatening stab wounds in Islington
Violent Crime—7 Sept 2026, 09:052 min readA man in his 30s is in a life-threatening condition after being found with stab wounds in Packington Street, Islington. Police were called by the London Ambulance Service in the early hours of Sunday, September 6. No arrests have been made.
Three London Men Arrested After Essex Hotel Stabbing
Violent Crime—7 Sept 2026, 08:252 min readThree men from London have been arrested by Essex Police following a stabbing incident at a hotel event in North Stifford, Essex. The arrests were made on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent after four people sustained injuries.
Thomas Carey named as murder victim on Lambeth's Oaklands Estate
Violent Crime—6 Sept 2026, 14:452 min readThomas Carey has been named and pictured as the victim of a murder on the Oaklands Estate in Lambeth. Detectives believe he died between September 3 and 4, 2026, and are seeking information from the local area.
Man found dead, murder investigation launched in Lambeth
Violent Crime—5 Sept 2026, 17:462 min readA murder investigation is underway after a man in his 30s was discovered deceased at an address on Poynders Road in Lambeth. Officers were called to the scene on Friday evening and the Metropolitan Police have confirmed no arrests have been made.
Man dies from head injuries in Clapham; murder probe launched
Violent Crime—5 Sept 2026, 15:452 min readA murder investigation has been launched in Clapham after a man in his 30s died from serious head injuries. Police were called to Poynders Road on Friday, September 4, and found the man at the scene. No arrests have been made.
£20,000 reward offered for information on Kilburn murder
Violent Crime—4 Sept 2026, 20:453 min readA reward of up to £20,000 is available for information leading to a conviction in the murder of Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters, who was shot on Bravington Road, Kilburn. The Met Police have made four arrests, but the killer remains at large.
Reward increased for information on Kilburn fatal shooting
Violent Crime—4 Sept 2026, 16:453 min readDetectives are renewing their appeal for information two years after Tikquaan Stephenson-Walters was fatally shot in Kilburn. A reward of up to £20,000 is offered for exclusive information leading to a conviction.