Armed police flock to Barking after man threatened with gun'Armed police responded to a firearm threat in Barking, conducting extensive searches but making no arrests as investigations continue.
Four charged following knifepoint robberies in BarkingFour men charged with knifepoint robberies in Barking following police intervention.
Police in Barking given more powers after 'clear intelligence' of ASBPolice in Barking issued a Section 35 Dispersal Order to address anti-social behaviour, giving officers authority to remove affected individuals from the area.
Police in Barking given extra powers to tackle anti-social behaviourPolice in Barking have been granted a Section 35 dispersal order to combat increasing anti-social behaviour incidents over the weekend.
Police in Barking given extra powers to tackle anti-social behaviourPolice in Barking implement a Dispersal Order due to rising anti-social behaviour.
Man dies after being found unresponsive in town squareA man in his 50s was found dead in Barking; police say the death is non-suspicious.
Armed police flock to Barking after man threatened with gun'Armed police responded to a firearm threat in Barking, conducting extensive searches but making no arrests as investigations continue.
Four charged following knifepoint robberies in BarkingFour men charged with knifepoint robberies in Barking following police intervention.
Police in Barking given more powers after 'clear intelligence' of ASBPolice in Barking issued a Section 35 Dispersal Order to address anti-social behaviour, giving officers authority to remove affected individuals from the area.
Police in Barking given extra powers to tackle anti-social behaviourPolice in Barking have been granted a Section 35 dispersal order to combat increasing anti-social behaviour incidents over the weekend.
Police in Barking given extra powers to tackle anti-social behaviourPolice in Barking implement a Dispersal Order due to rising anti-social behaviour.
Man dies after being found unresponsive in town squareA man in his 50s was found dead in Barking; police say the death is non-suspicious.
Boy, 12, among four arrested after man robbed and assaulted in BarkingYouth involvement in violent crime is a growing concern, exemplified by the recent robbery and assault in Barking.
Investigation launched as 16 people flee homes after fire at shop in BarkingA fire in a Barking shop led to the evacuation of residents, but thankfully no injuries were reported.
Barking: 50 people evacuated from flats after fireFirefighters rescued around 50 people from a residential fire in Barking, London, where the flat was mostly destroyed.
Overnight tower block fire in Barking damages 11th floor flatFirefighters successfully tackled a fire at a block of flats in Barking using five fire engines and 30 firefighters.
Loft significantly damaged after fire at home in BarkingA significant fire damaged a home in Barking, with firefighters extinguishing the blaze in just over an hour.
Teenager stabbed close to McDonald's in BarkingAn 18-year-old was stabbed in Barking, and while he is hospitalized, his injuries are not life-threatening.
Investigation launched as 16 people flee homes after fire at shop in BarkingA fire in a Barking shop led to the evacuation of residents, but thankfully no injuries were reported.
Barking: 50 people evacuated from flats after fireFirefighters rescued around 50 people from a residential fire in Barking, London, where the flat was mostly destroyed.
Overnight tower block fire in Barking damages 11th floor flatFirefighters successfully tackled a fire at a block of flats in Barking using five fire engines and 30 firefighters.
Loft significantly damaged after fire at home in BarkingA significant fire damaged a home in Barking, with firefighters extinguishing the blaze in just over an hour.
Teenager stabbed close to McDonald's in BarkingAn 18-year-old was stabbed in Barking, and while he is hospitalized, his injuries are not life-threatening.
Man who drugged and filmed sexual assaults on schoolgirls jailed for 18 yearsMark Franklin has been sentenced to over 18 years in prison for sexually assaulting four teenage girls.
Stabbing near Lidl car park sees air ambulance scrambledA man was stabbed near Lidl in Barking, prompting emergency services to respond quickly.
Man who drugged and filmed sexual assaults on schoolgirls jailed for 18 yearsMark Franklin has been sentenced to over 18 years in prison for sexually assaulting four teenage girls.
Stabbing near Lidl car park sees air ambulance scrambledA man was stabbed near Lidl in Barking, prompting emergency services to respond quickly.
The east London town 'with the highest vehicle theft rate in the country'Barking has the highest vehicle theft rate in the UK, with a rate of 648 per 100,000 vehicles.
Street theatre parades set to close series of roadsBarking and Dagenham will host four Winter Light Parades in November, featuring performers and rolling road closures.
Best and worst GPs in Barking and Dagenham as rated by patientsDr A Moghal's surgery in Becontree Avenue, Dagenham received the highest positive experience rating in the borough.
The east London town 'with the highest vehicle theft rate in the country'Barking has the highest vehicle theft rate in the UK, with a rate of 648 per 100,000 vehicles.
Street theatre parades set to close series of roadsBarking and Dagenham will host four Winter Light Parades in November, featuring performers and rolling road closures.
Best and worst GPs in Barking and Dagenham as rated by patientsDr A Moghal's surgery in Becontree Avenue, Dagenham received the highest positive experience rating in the borough.
Five famous faces you might not have known were born in BarkingBarking is the birthplace of prominent celebrities including world-renowned footballers, pop stars, and documentary presenters.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in BarkingA motorcyclist was hospitalized following a crash that temporarily shut down Ripple Road in Barking.
Barking theatre cancels 'all future shows'The Broadway Theatre in Barking has canceled all future performances due to ongoing closure from structural issues.
Man arrested after gun pulled' on police during car chase in BarkingA 28-year-old man was arrested for pointing a handgun at police during a car chase in Barking.
Dad-of-two shot dead in Barking named and pictured for first timeHanif Redwood, a father of two, was tragically shot dead in Barking, prompting an urgent police investigation and community involvement.
Man arrested after gun pulled' on police during car chase in BarkingA 28-year-old man was arrested for pointing a handgun at police during a car chase in Barking.
Dad-of-two shot dead in Barking named and pictured for first timeHanif Redwood, a father of two, was tragically shot dead in Barking, prompting an urgent police investigation and community involvement.
Family of dad-of-two murdered' at Barking birthday party plea for helpHanif Redwood, a loving father of two, was shot and killed outside a party, prompting urgent appeals from his family and police for information.
Police launch murder inquiry after man shot dead in BarkingA murder investigation is underway following a shooting incident in Barking, east London, where a man was killed early Sunday morning.
Police in Barking given extra powers in face of rising anti-social behaviourPolice have been granted extra powers in Barking to combat rising anti-social behaviour through a Section 35 dispersal order effective until December 4.
Murder probe launched after man dies in shootingA man in Barking was shot and killed, prompting a murder investigation by local police.
Family of dad-of-two murdered' at Barking birthday party plea for helpHanif Redwood, a loving father of two, was shot and killed outside a party, prompting urgent appeals from his family and police for information.
Police launch murder inquiry after man shot dead in BarkingA murder investigation is underway following a shooting incident in Barking, east London, where a man was killed early Sunday morning.
Police in Barking given extra powers in face of rising anti-social behaviourPolice have been granted extra powers in Barking to combat rising anti-social behaviour through a Section 35 dispersal order effective until December 4.
Murder probe launched after man dies in shootingA man in Barking was shot and killed, prompting a murder investigation by local police.
Wetherspoons still plans to reopen Barking pub - three years after closureWetherspoons remains committed to reopening The Barking Dog after redevelopment delays, but no timeline for reopening has been established.
The Barking nursery where children 'dress up as doctors and take care of friends'Playaway Nursery received positive feedback from Ofsted, achieving 'good' ratings in all review categories and fostering an engaging learning environment.
Barking tower block development delay update issuedThe Trocoll House development has been delayed due to contractor issues, with no new completion date established.
Barking nightclub in bid to extend opening hours until 4.30am every dayDe Arc nightclub in Barking seeks to extend hours to 4.30am daily, enhancing nightlife offerings and alcohol serving times.
Murder investigation launched after man found shotA murder investigation has been launched following a fatal shooting in Barking, east London.
Pensioner, 94, died after being hugged in distraction robberyMuresan was sentenced to over seven years for manslaughter connected to a robbery that led to a 94-year-old man's death.
Boy, 12, in hospital and driver arrested after Barking crashA 12-year-old boy was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car in Barking, but his injuries are not severe.
Murder investigation launched after man found shotA murder investigation has been launched following a fatal shooting in Barking, east London.
Pensioner, 94, died after being hugged in distraction robberyMuresan was sentenced to over seven years for manslaughter connected to a robbery that led to a 94-year-old man's death.
Boy, 12, in hospital and driver arrested after Barking crashA 12-year-old boy was taken to the hospital after being hit by a car in Barking, but his injuries are not severe.
Court opens inquest for Mr Lucky, who collapsed and died on his birthdayJakub Lucky, a 45-year-old, died on his birthday from multi-organ failure due to a rare heart condition exacerbated by drug abuse.
Pictures reveal murder crime scene after man shot deadA man in his 30s was shot dead in Linton Road, Barking, on October 13, prompting a murder investigation.
Child suffers shoulder injury after 'being hit by vehicle'A child was injured in Barking after being hit by a vehicle, and investigations are ongoing.
Teenager in stable condition after being stabbed near Lidl car parkA teenager was stabbed near a Lidl supermarket; he is in stable condition as police investigate the incident.
Child suffers shoulder injury after 'being hit by vehicle'A child was injured in Barking after being hit by a vehicle, and investigations are ongoing.
Teenager in stable condition after being stabbed near Lidl car parkA teenager was stabbed near a Lidl supermarket; he is in stable condition as police investigate the incident.
Man taken to hospital after crash on busy Barking roadA man is hospitalized following a crash in Barking on Ripple Road, with his condition currently unknown.
Two in hospital after fire which saw 50 people evacuated from flatsA fire in a Barking building resulted in 50 evacuations and two hospitalizations, with the cause under investigation.
Town centre cafe fire sees 20 people evacuatedA cafe fire in Barking was quickly contained with no reported injuries, highlighting the efficiency of emergency services.
Two in hospital after fire which saw 50 people evacuated from flatsA fire in a Barking building resulted in 50 evacuations and two hospitalizations, with the cause under investigation.
Town centre cafe fire sees 20 people evacuatedA cafe fire in Barking was quickly contained with no reported injuries, highlighting the efficiency of emergency services.
Investigation after autopsy finds Barking man 'died of alcohol poisoning'An inquest has been opened into the death of Lakhwinder Singh due to alcohol poisoning, with investigations into potential contributing factors.
Concrete troubles continue as theatre struggles to kick start remedial worksThe Broadway Theatre in Barking will remain closed until at least 2025 due to issues with reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC).
More new homes ready at huge estate developmentBarking's Gascoigne development provides energy-efficient homes with below-market rent, enhancing local sustainability and living conditions.