Moving wall art tributes for ‘keen’ gymnast, 9, killed in South East London bus crash
A stunning piece of wall art has been created in tribute to nine-year-old Ada Bicakci, who tragically lost her life following a bus crash in Bexleyheath. Ada and her five-year-old brother were hit by a bus on Watling Street at 9:05 am on August 3. The siblings were with a family member at the time. […]
Two people have been charged with terrorism offences following a proactive investigation by the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command
An 18-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman were charged on Thursday, 15 August as follows: Rex William Henry Clark of Ilford, East London was charged with preparation of terrorist acts, contrary to Section 5 of the Terrorism Act (TACT) 2006. Sofija Vinogradova of Cheshunt, Hertfordshire was charged with preparation of terrorist acts, contrary to Section […]
French Military Police Halt Small Boat Crossing Attempt as Migrant Operations Intensify
In a major effort to prevent migrant crossings, French military police, the Gendarmerie, successfully intercepted a group of approximately 60 migrants attempting to cross the English Channel on Wednesday. The operation, part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal crossings, saw officers discover a small black dinghy hidden at a location where the group intended to […]
Major Escalation in Migrant Violence in Northern France: Tear Gas, Baton Blows, and Stun Grenades in Coastal Clashes
Tensions are escalating on the northern coast of France as violent clashes between migrants and law enforcement become increasingly frequent. Tear gas, baton blows, and stun grenades have become a common sight on the beaches and even in nearby coastal towns, as migrants clash with police and local residents. The violence, which has surged in […]
A man from Swindon has been found guilty of non-recent sexual assaults on children
Stephen Burrows (also known as Marc), 47, of Fitkin Court, Redhouse, was found guilty by trial at Swindon Crown Court today (15/08) of indecent assault, two counts of sexual assault on a child under 13, assault by penetration and causing a child to engage in sexual activity. Between 2001 and 2012 Burrows took advantage of […]
A CCTV image has been released by officers investigating a reported sexual assault in Canterbury
Shortly before 7am on Friday 19 July 2024, a woman reported being sexually assaulted by a man in The Spires, near Canterbury West railway station. Officers have since been carrying out enquiries into the incident and have now released an image of a man who may be able to assist the investigation. Anyone who recognises […]
Officers are seeking help to find a child missing from Tunbridge Wells
Callum Johnson is 15 years old and was last seen at around 8.20pm on Wednesday 14 August, when he left his home address. Callum is white, of medium build and around 5ft 5ins tall. He has blond hair, green eyes and was wearing a black zip-up hooded top, black tracksuit bottoms and green puma trainers. […]
A CCTV image has been issued by officers investigating a spate of thefts from a Sevenoaks store
At around 4pm on Saturday 29 June 2024, two people entered Sainsbury’s on Wrotham Road and allegedly filled baskets with items before leaving without paying. It is reported they had targeted the store a number of times leading up to this incident. Investigating officers are now able to release a CCTV image of a woman […]
Roads policing officers are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a collision on the A2 near Dartford
The collision, which involved a blue Nissan Qashqai and a black Honda XL-125 motorcycle, happened at around 4.25pm on Sunday 28 July 2024. The incident took place on the coastbound carriageway prior to the junction for the M25. The motorcyclist, a man in his 20s, was treated at the scene and then taken to hospital, […]
Met investigation results in woman being jailed for firearms offences
A woman from Tower Hamlets has been jailed for five years for possessing a firearm and ammunition thanks to the efforts of Met officers. The sentence comes as the Met focuses on delivering for communities and making the capital safer through the A New Met for London plan. As part of this plan, the Met […]