Teenage Girl Shot Dead in Tottenham Gang-Related Incident: Court Hears She ‘May Not Have Been Target’

A 17-year-old girl who was shot dead in Tottenham during a gang “ride-out” may not have been the intended target, the Old Bailey has heard. Victim Identified as Tanesha Melbourne-Blake Tanesha Melbourne-Blake was standing with friends on Chalgrove Road in Tottenham on Easter Monday in 2018 when a car pulled up, and shots were fired. […]
Man who glorified Lee Rigby murder recalled to prison after Met Counter Terrorism investigation

Officers from the Met’s Counter Terrorism Command have ensured that a registered terrorist offender who glorified the murder of Lee Rigby has been sentenced to four-and-a-half years in prison after he breached his notification requirements. “Terrorism offenders are subject to strict notification requirements once they have completed their sentences, and we are proactive in making […]
Two More Charged with the Murder of 16-Year-Old Lathaniel Burrell in Stockwell Shooting

Detectives investigating the fatal shooting of teenager Lathaniel Burrell in Stockwell have charged two more individuals in connection with his murder. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been charged with murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. Frimpong, born 09 May 1994, has been charged with […]
Man Given Indefinite Hospital Order After Fatal Stabbing in Harrow

A man has been handed an indefinite hospital order following a series of violent assaults, one of which resulted in the death of a father-of-two in Harrow. Abdul Khan, 27, of Durham Road, Harrow, was sentenced at the Old Bailey on Tuesday, 25 March under Section 37 of the Mental Health Act, meaning he will […]
First Picture Released of Man Beaten to Death Outside Sainsbury’s in Beckenham as Suspect Charged with Murder

Police have released the first photo of Andrew Clark, 43, who tragically died after being brutally attacked outside a Sainsbury’s store in Beckenham. A 29-year-old man has now been charged with his murder. Mr Clark was assaulted outside the supermarket on Upper Elmers End Road in Bromley on the evening of Sunday, 16 March. Emergency […]
Two More Arrested in Stockwell Teen Shooting Investigation

Detectives investigating the fatal shooting of 16-year-old Lathaniel Burrell in Stockwell have arrested two additional suspects, the Metropolitan Police confirmed today. Lathaniel was shot on Tuesday, 4 March, on Paradise Road, SW4, and tragically died at the scene from gunshot wounds. His death has sparked a large-scale murder investigation led by the Met’s Specialist Crime […]
Erith Amputee Killed by Own Car as He Tried to Stop Burglary, Court Hears

A man was fatally struck by his own car after confronting a burglar outside his home in Erith, a court has heard. Errol Woodger, 38, of Belvedere, is on trial for murder and robbery. He denies both charges. The court heard that Mr Allen, who had lost part of his right leg due to […]
Bus Driver Accused of Being High During Fatal Crash That Killed Nine-Year-Old Ada Bicakci Appears in Court

A bus driver accused of being under the influence of drugs when he hit and killed nine-year-old Ada Bicakci has appeared in court. Asolo-Agogua was arrested on the day of the incident and initially questioned on suspicion of causing serious injury through dangerous driving and drug-driving. He was behind the wheel of the bus […]
Three Men Found Guilty of Plotting to Murder Britain’s Biggest Cash Robber Paul Allen

Three men have been convicted of plotting to kill former cage fighter Paul Allen, who was previously jailed for his role in Britain’s largest ever cash robbery — the £54 million Securitas heist in Kent. The defendants had attempted to flee the scene immediately after the shooting, with Stewart waiting in the car while […]
Stephen Lawrence’s Father Urges Killer to Name Accomplices After Reported Admission

The father of murdered teenager Stephen Lawrence has called on one of his son’s killers to name the others involved in the racist gang attack that shocked the nation more than three decades ago. Norris, now 48, was sentenced to a minimum term of 14 years and three months. He has previously denied involvement, […]
Double Killer Who Slit Girlfriend’s Throat and Hid Body in Duvet Dies in Prison

Lee Peacock, the convicted double murderer who brutally killed his girlfriend and her associate in a shocking two-day killing spree in 2021, has died in prison, authorities have confirmed. The 53-year-old, who was serving a life sentence with a minimum term of 39 years at HMP Long Lartin, died on March 4. A Prisons and […]
Man Dies After Assault Outside Sainsbury’s in Bromley

A man who suffered a serious head injury in an assault outside a Sainsbury’s store in Bromley has sadly died, police have confirmed. Andrew Clark, 43, was attacked at around 8.30pm on Sunday, 16 March, on Upper Elmers End Road, near the supermarket entrance. He was taken to hospital in a critical condition and fought […]
Tent Like One Used by Constance Marten Displayed to Jury at Old Bailey Manslaughter Trial

Jurors at the Old Bailey have been shown a tent and sleeping bags identical to those used by Constance Marten and her partner Mark Gordon as part of their ongoing manslaughter trial over the tragic death of their baby daughter, Victoria. The court has previously heard that Marten and Gordon concealed the birth of […]
Man Convicted Over Notting Hill Drive-By Shooting

A man has been convicted following a violent drive-by shooting in Notting Hill, which left a 27-year-old victim fighting for his life. The wounded victim was later found at his home address and rushed to hospital for emergency surgery. He survived, but sustained serious injuries. A stolen car linked to the shooting was later […]
Double Killer Dies While Serving Prison Sentence for Brutal Ilford Stabbings

A man who brutally killed his ex-girlfriend and her 86-year-old fiancé at a sheltered housing unit in Ilford has died while serving his prison sentence. Paul Mallin, who was sentenced to 19 years in prison in April 2016, died of natural causes aged 59 after being granted compassionate release from HMP High Down due to […]
Three Teenage Girls Face Trial Over Death of Pensioner in Bus Stop Attack

Three teenage girls are set to face trial over the alleged manslaughter of a 75-year-old man following a violent street attack in north London. All three teenagers have since been charged with manslaughter. The case was brought before Judge Mark Lucraft KC at the Old Bailey on Thursday for a preliminary hearing. The defendants, […]
Croydon Murder: Teenager Sentenced to Life for Stabbing Schoolgirl

A murder shocked the community of Croydon when 15-year-old Elianne Andam was fatally stabbed in an unprovoked attack on 27 September 2023. Today, her killer, 18-year-old Hassan Sentamu, was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 23 years at the Old Bailey. Sentamu, from Rowdown Crescent, New Addington, appeared in court on Thursday, […]
Constance Marten ‘Posed as Journalist’ While Hiding Baby Victoria, Old Bailey Hears

Constance Marten posed as a freelance journalist while on the run with her newborn baby, a court has heard during a retrial at the Old Bailey into the death of her infant daughter, Victoria. The 37-year-old aristocrat and her partner Mark Gordon, 50, are accused of gross negligence manslaughter and causing or allowing the death […]