A pedestrian has reportedly been hit by a car on Dahlia Road and died at the scene.
The grim incident unfolded on Dahlia Road in Mitcham earlier today. (Wednesday 28th January 2026) Eye-witnesses say a person was struck by a vehicle and sadly passed away. Emergency Services Responding Emergency
Misconduct Case Against Met Firearms Officer NX121 Put on Ice
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has hit pause on gross misconduct proceedings against Met firearms officer NX121. This follows calls to wait until new laws on the use of
Met Wins Big Legal Battle to Sack Officers with Shady Pasts
The Met has triumphed in a landmark legal fight, clearing the way to probe all misconduct claims during police vetting. This victory marks a major boost in their mission to raise
Teen, 15, Fighting for Life After Penge Bike Crash
A 15-year-old boy remains in a critical condition following a serious collision between his bicycle and a car in Penge. Crash on Hawthorn Grove Police were called to Hawthorn Grove around
Hamlet Road in Crystal Palace Sealed Off After Shooting
Chaos erupted on Hamlet Road, Crystal Palace, as police cordoned off a large stretch of the street following a shooting incident. Shooting Shakes Crystal Palace Hamlet Road remained closed in both
10-Year-Old Boy Critically Injured in Stanmore Road Horror
A 10-year-old boy remains in critical condition after a shocking collision in Stanmore. The youngster was hit while crossing Honeypot Lane on his scooter at around 8:30am on Sunday, 25 January. Police
Campaigners warn of ‘disturbing surge’ in catapult attacks on wildlife as police urge public to report offences
Animal welfare campaigners have warned of a disturbing increase in catapult attacks on wildlife, after new awareness leaflets were circulated highlighting serious injuries and deaths inflicted on animals in residential areas. The
Tragic Crash Claims Two Lives in Essex
Christopher Bottoms, 66, died after a two-vehicle smash on Ship Road at 11.05pm on January 20. He was driving a Kia Picanto when the devastating collision happened. Beloved ‘Big Chris’ Remembered Chris,
Teen Duo Nabbed Over Toy Gun Scare in Romford
Police swooped on Pettits Lane, Romford, after reports of a firearm at 11.50am on Saturday, January 24. Armed cops and local officers found two teenage boys carrying three imitation toy guns. The
Met Police Officer Sacked for Gross Sexual Harassment of Female Colleagues
PC Alexandru Nistor Fired After Multiple Harassment Claims A Metropolitan Police officer has been booted out after a barrage of shocking sexual harassment allegations. PC Alexandru Nistor faced accusations from at
Scotland Yard Bans UKIP Christian March in Whitechapel Over Violence Fears
Met Police declare march “reckless” amid threat of disorder The Metropolitan Police have slammed the brakes on UKIP’s planned Christian march in east London’s Whitechapel, calling it “reckless” due to the
Police Hunt Witnesses After Shocking Lambeth Rape
Met Police detectives are urgently seeking witnesses after a woman was raped in Lambeth. The attack happened at an address in Pulross Road in the early hours of Thursday, 8 January. Suspect
Boka’s late-night licence under fire after stab attack shock
Boka, the restaurant nestled within the Palms Hotel grounds, is facing a licensing showdown after the Met Police raised serious concerns over its bid to serve alcohol and play music late
Young E-Scooter Rider Killed in Peckham Crash
Tragedy struck Southampton Way this morning when emergency services rushed to a collision between an e-scooter and a bus. Man in His 20s Dies at the Scene At 7:40am on January 22,
Tragic Find: 16-Year-Old Schoolboy Found Dead on Plaistow Street
Boy’s Body Discovered on Stephens Road The body of a 16-year-old schoolboy was found in the early hours on Stephens Road, Plaistow. Emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of a
Armed Robbers Swipe Rolexes in Shocking Knightsbridge Heist
Masked gang on motorbikes have pulled off a brazen raid on a luxury Rolex boutique in Knightsbridge, making off with thousands of pounds worth of watches. Gang Storms Bucherer Rolex Boutique at
Man, 25, Critically Injured in Essex Road Stabbing During Phone and Bike Robbery
No Arrests Made as Police Hunt Attackers A 25-year-old man is fighting for his life after a stabbing on Essex Road, Islington, last night during an attempted robbery. Terrifying Attack on
Man, 38, Injured in Incident on Mitcham Road as Police Launch Investigation
A man aged 38 has been taken to hospital following an incident on Mitcham Road in Tooting, with police confirming his injuries are neither life-threatening nor life-changing. Officers were called to
