Electrician Ordered to Repay £56,000 in Fraudulent Covid Loan Scheme
Stanislav Genadiev, a 37-year-old electrician from Faircross Avenue, Romford, has been ordered by Snaresbrook Crown Court to repay over £56,000 after fraudulently claiming Covid Bounce Back Loans intended for his businesses and misusing the funds for personal expenses. The court issued a confiscation order for £56,948 on Monday, September 9, with a warning that failure […]
Dartford councillor denies encouraging violent disorder at East London protest
A suspended Dartford Labour councillor has pleaded not guilty to encouraging violent disorder while addressing a crowd during an anti-racism demonstration in east London.
Ricky Jones, 57, allegedly committed the offence during a speech to a gathering, organised in response to the nationwide violent disorder, in Hoe Street, Walthamstow, on August 7.
A video emerged after the protest in which he appeared to call for far-right protesters’ throats to be “cut” during the demonstration.
Jones was charged by police with encouraging violent disorder two days later.
The defendant, who appeared via video link in custody from HMP Wormwood Scrubs, spoke to confirm his identity and enter the plea during a brief hearing at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Friday.
During a previous hearing at Westminster Magistrates’ Court, deputy senior district judge Tan Ikram said: “It is alleged that using a microphone you addressed a crowd at an anti-fascist protest and, talking about others you described as..
Teenager Sentenced to 11 Years for Shooting in Hackney
A 19-year-old has been sentenced to 11 years in prison for shooting a 15-year-old boy in Hackney, East London. On May 25, at approximately 20:20 Kamaree Jeffrey approached a group of teenagers walking on Garden Place, E8. Wearing a balaclava and riding an e-bike, A 15-year-old boy was shot in the leg during an unprovoked […]
Three Men Sentenced to Life for Brutal Murder on Wembley Way
Three men have been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific murder of Hamza Iqbal, who was stabbed 23 times in a vicious revenge attack on Wembley Way. The attackers were arrested while hiding out in Woolwich, a court has heard. Hamza, 25, was with friends on the evening of September 24 last year […]
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 […]
Prolific Child Abuser Jailed for 21 Years Following Met Investigation
Anthony Fowler, a prolific child abuser who targeted children over thirty years ago, has been sentenced to 21 years in prison following a painstaking investigation by Metropolitan Police officers. This case highlights the Met’s unwavering commitment to investigating child abuse and transforming the way it protects the public from harm. Fowler, 74, of Duncombe Road, […]
St Johns Road, East Ham Double Stabbing: Man Charged
A 36-year-old man has been charged in connection with a double stabbing in East Ham. Ismail Uradde, of Holland Road, East Ham, was charged on July 27 with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a knife in a public place. This follows a major incident in East Ham last week that saw […]
Prolific Child Abuser Sentenced to Over 15 Years in Prison
In a significant victory for child protection, Michael Costin, aged 59, of no fixed abode, has been sentenced to 15 years and three months’ imprisonment for a series of historic sexual offences against children. The sentencing took place at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Wednesday. The Metropolitan Police’s dedicated team played a pivotal role in bringing […]
A prolific child abuser and rapist has been jailed as part of the ongoing commitment by the Metropolitan Police to investigate child abus…
Dulon Miah, 35 of Tower Hamlets was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Wednesday, 10 July. Miah was previously found guilty at the same court in April of 18 counts of sexual assault over a 14-year period against two victims, including rapes. Met officers began investigating Miah in 2022 after one […]
A prolific child abuser and rapist has been jailed as part of the ongoing commitment by the Metropolitan Police to investigate child abus…
Dulon Miah, 35 of Tower Hamlets was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Wednesday, 10 July. Miah was previously found guilty at the same court in April of 18 counts of sexual assault over a 14-year period against two victims, including rapes. Met officers began investigating Miah in 2022 after one […]
A prolific child abuser and rapist has been jailed as part of the ongoing commitment by the Metropolitan Police to investigate child abuse and protect women and girls from harm
Dulon Miah, 35 of Tower Hamlets was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Wednesday, 10 July. Miah was previously found guilty at the same court in April of 18 counts of sexual assault over a 14-year period against two victims, including rapes. Met officers began investigating Miah in 2022 after one […]
A man from Southwark has been sentenced to seven years for the possession with the intent to supply Class A drugs thanks to Met officers
Taz Uddin, 50 of Brook Drive, was sentenced to seven years’ imprisonment at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Tuesday, 16, July. In June 2024, Uddin pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, and possession of Class B drugs. Officers based in Tower Hamlets began their investigation into Uddin after a school in […]
Man is jailed for rape, false imprisonment and failure to comply with court-imposed notification requirements
A registered sex offender has been jailed for more than 12 years for rape, false imprisonment and breach of his court ordered notification requirements. Detective Constable Jessica Stephens of the Met’s East Area Public Protection Unit said: “Keanu Vella is a registered sex offender who is a clear danger to women. “He has demonstrated that he is […]
Man jailed for rape in Romford after police swiftly intervene and build case against him
A man has been jailed after he met a woman in Romford, became physically violent towards her and raped her in her home. Sam Price prevented the woman from leaving her house during a sustained period of intimidation and abuse which took place over a week. Price, 25 of Central Park Avenue, Dagenham appeared at […]
Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Violent Assault and Rape in Dagenham
Oladip Oshodi, a 48-year-old resident of Dagenham, has been sentenced to 25 years imprisonment for a series of heinous crimes, including rape, administering a noxious substance, threats to kill, grievous bodily harm, and controlling coercive behaviour. The sentencing took place at Snaresbrook Crown Court on Friday, July 5, 2024. Oshodi’s arrest occurred on July 12, […]
Man Charged with Attempted Sexual Assault in West Ham Incident
In a recent development, Cristino Martinez, a 40-year-old resident of Fabian Street, East Ham, has been charged with attempted sexual assault by penetration. The incident occurred on Paul Street in West Ham. According to reports, at approximately 10.30pm on Saturday, June 1, a concerned member of the public discovered a distressed woman. The victim, who […]
Tower Hamlets man jailed for over 12 years for abusing two girls
A man has been jailed for non-recent child sex abuse as the Met improves how it approaches exploitation cases and support of victims. Sajidur Rashid Tipu, 51 of Canton Street, Poplar was sentenced on Friday, 28 June at Snaresbrook Crown Court to 12 years and six months’ in prison, given a 15-year Sexual Harm Prevention […]
Monsor Kazi Sentenced to 13 Years for Rape and Assault of Underage Girl
Monsor Kazi, aged 54, was sentenced to 13 years and six months’ imprisonment by Snaresbrook Crown Court after being found guilty of seven counts of rape and assault against an underage girl known to him. The case, which involved meticulous investigative work by the Metropolitan Police, highlights the importance of reporting abuse and the tireless […]
