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Four boys sought by police after Paddington station assault
Violent Crime—28 Aug 2026, 08:452 min readBritish Transport Police have released images of four boys they wish to speak to following an assault at Paddington station. A man sustained a broken nose after being approached by a group of youths on July 17.Read more.jpg?width=1200&auto=webp&quality=75)
Four arrested after Dagenham pub assault leaves man in cardiac arrestViolent Crime—27 Aug 2026, 20:052 min readFour men have been arrested in connection with an assault at a Dagenham pub that left a man in his 40s suffering a cardiac arrest. The victim's condition has since improved.
Nine youths arrested after Bedfont Lane disturbance, one boy injuredViolent Crime—27 Aug 2026, 17:462 min readA 14-year-old boy was taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening following a disturbance on Bedfont Lane. Nine youths, aged 12 to 16, were arrested and have since been released on bail.
Police seek man after Elizabeth Line sexual assault
Violent Crime—27 Aug 2026, 16:252 min readBritish Transport Police have released an image of a man they wish to identify following a sexual assault on an Elizabeth Line train. The incident occurred on Tuesday, August 18, between Tottenham Court Road and Bond Street.
Mitcham fire destroying homes treated as suspicious
Violent Crime—27 Aug 2026, 13:462 min readA fire in Mitcham that destroyed two houses and an industrial site is being treated as suspicious. Around 125 firefighters tackled the blaze for four hours on August 26. Four residents fled their homes, and no injuries were reported.
Man in hospital after Islington assault
Violent Crime—27 Aug 2026, 13:052 min readA man in his 60s is in a life-threatening condition in hospital after being assaulted on Seven Sisters Road, Islington. The road has been closed since the incident on Wednesday, August 26, and police are appealing for witnesses and footage.
Man assaulted on Seven Sisters Road; police investigate
Violent Crime—27 Aug 2026, 10:052 min readA man was taken to a major trauma centre after being assaulted on Seven Sisters Road in Islington late on August 26. Police have cordoned off the area and a forensics team is on scene. Several bus routes have been diverted.
Canal killer John Sweeney dies in prison
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 21:253 min readJohn Sweeney, a double killer convicted of murdering and dismembering two women, has died in prison. He was serving a whole-life sentence for the killings of Paula Fields in London and Melissa Halstead in the Netherlands.
Man sought over homophobic assault in Hackney
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 17:452 min readA 23-year-old man was subjected to homophobic abuse and assaulted in Hackney on Saturday, 4 July. He sustained an injury to his face and is receiving support from LGBT+ liaison officers. The Metropolitan Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to.
Man stabbed on Well Street in Hackney
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 17:052 min readA man was taken to a major trauma centre after being stabbed on Well Street in Hackney on August 26. Emergency services attended the scene, leading to the closure of the road and diversions for several bus routes.
Teenager arrested after Wembley stabbing, 17-year-old victim identified
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 16:253 min readA 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a stabbing in Wembley. The victim, believed to be 17-year-old David Wynter, was pronounced dead at the scene. A Section 60 order has been put in place granting enhanced stop and search powers.
Young man stabbed to death, council buildings closed
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 13:252 min readA young man has died after being stabbed, leading to the closure of council buildings in Barnet. The incident prompted a significant response from local authorities.
Lambeth flat raided, man arrested over imported weapons
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 11:053 min readA man in his twenties was arrested in Lambeth on suspicion of importing prohibited weapons after police found ten knives, including zombie knives, in his flat. The Met Police conducted a dawn raid, cutting down the property's door.
Inquest opened into death of 13-year-old Faud Adebanjo at Royal Victoria Dock
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 13:252 min readAn inquest has been opened into the death of 13-year-old Faud Oladapo Adebanjo, who drowned in Royal Victoria Dock on June 29. The teenager entered the water to retrieve a football. A full inquest is scheduled for January.Brent Civic Centre closed as murder investigation continues
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 11:053 min readBrent Civic Centre and Wembley Library remained closed for a second day as police investigate a fatal stabbing. A young victim was found with stab wounds on Tuesday afternoon and pronounced dead at the scene. A Section 60 order has been put in place.
Nine arrested after aggravated burglary at Sutton business
Violent Crime—26 Aug 2026, 09:452 min readNine males, including a 13-year-old, have been arrested following an aggravated burglary at business premises on Beddington Lane, Sutton. The arrests were made on suspicion of aggravated burglary and possession of an offensive weapon, with one also detained for vehicle theft. No injuries were reported.
Man fatally stabbed near Wembley Stadium; murder probe launched
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 19:462 min readA murder investigation is underway after a young man was fatally stabbed near Wembley Stadium on August 25. Police were called to Engineers Way and found the victim, believed to be in his late teens or early twenties, pronounced dead at the scene. Additional stop and search powers have been granted.
Young man fatally stabbed near Brent Civic Centre; Section 60 order in place
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 19:463 min readA young man has died after being fatally stabbed near Brent Civic Centre in Wembley. Police have implemented a Section 60 order, granting enhanced stop and search powers in several local wards, as they conduct urgent enquiries. No arrests have been made.
Person dies after stabbing at Brent Civic Centre
Violent Crime—25 Aug 2026, 16:252 min readA person has died after being stabbed at Brent Civic Centre. London Ambulance Service confirmed they were called to the scene on August 25 and despite the efforts of paramedics and London's Air Ambulance, the patient was pronounced dead.