Senior Met Police officer charged with attempted rape and sexual assault
A senior police officer faces serious charges of attempted rape and sexual assault, raising concerns about trust in law enforcement.
Met officer in court over alleged attempted rape
A senior Metropolitan Police officer faces multiple serious charges of sexual offences against a woman.
South London Met Police officer fired after sexual assault allegation
Detective Constable Kamal Baldeo was fired after being found guilty of gross misconduct related to an allegation of sexual assault.
Al Fayed claimed 'poor health' when police investigated abuse
The Metropolitan Police failed to challenge Mohamed Al Fayed's health claims regarding a sexual assault allegation, reflecting poor handling of victim reports.
Met officer sacked over sexual assault allegation
A police officer was dismissed following misconduct related to a sexual assault allegation despite no criminal charges being filed.
Child, 15, 'sexually assaulted' in Thamesmead
An E-FIT image has been released by police following the alleged sexual assault of a 15-year-old in Thamesmead.
Senior Met Police officer charged with attempted rape and sexual assault
A senior police officer faces serious charges of attempted rape and sexual assault, raising concerns about trust in law enforcement.
Met officer in court over alleged attempted rape
A senior Metropolitan Police officer faces multiple serious charges of sexual offences against a woman.
South London Met Police officer fired after sexual assault allegation
Detective Constable Kamal Baldeo was fired after being found guilty of gross misconduct related to an allegation of sexual assault.
Al Fayed claimed 'poor health' when police investigated abuse
The Metropolitan Police failed to challenge Mohamed Al Fayed's health claims regarding a sexual assault allegation, reflecting poor handling of victim reports.
Met officer sacked over sexual assault allegation
A police officer was dismissed following misconduct related to a sexual assault allegation despite no criminal charges being filed.
Child, 15, 'sexually assaulted' in Thamesmead
An E-FIT image has been released by police following the alleged sexual assault of a 15-year-old in Thamesmead.
Full details of Sadiq Khan's new budget as mayor prioritises crime after Tory 'wrecking ball' to police
The mayor plans a 4% council tax increase to fund the Metropolitan Police amidst significant cuts over the last decade.
Two stabbed within hours during day of brutal violence across London
Two men were injured in separate stabbing incidents in London on January 14, both suffering non-life-threatening injuries.
Met given more money for capital city policing
The Metropolitan Police will receive an additional £65m in funding for 2025-26, but still face long-term financial challenges.
Armed police arrest of boy, 13, with water pistol reasonable' watchdog rules
Police actions deemed reasonable in arresting a 13-year-old boy for pointing a water pistol, despite raising serious concerns about the treatment of minors.
Police crackdown on Newham crime hotspots with facial recognition technology
Facial recognition technology is being used in Newham to identify criminals in real-time from a watchlist, aimed at reducing crime in high-risk areas.
Man allegedly armed with knife critically injured in Elm Park shop 'struggle'
A man was critically injured following a knife incident in a shop in Elm Park, with investigations ongoing.
Full details of Sadiq Khan's new budget as mayor prioritises crime after Tory 'wrecking ball' to police
The mayor plans a 4% council tax increase to fund the Metropolitan Police amidst significant cuts over the last decade.
Two stabbed within hours during day of brutal violence across London
Two men were injured in separate stabbing incidents in London on January 14, both suffering non-life-threatening injuries.
Met given more money for capital city policing
The Metropolitan Police will receive an additional £65m in funding for 2025-26, but still face long-term financial challenges.
Armed police arrest of boy, 13, with water pistol reasonable' watchdog rules
Police actions deemed reasonable in arresting a 13-year-old boy for pointing a water pistol, despite raising serious concerns about the treatment of minors.
Police crackdown on Newham crime hotspots with facial recognition technology
Facial recognition technology is being used in Newham to identify criminals in real-time from a watchlist, aimed at reducing crime in high-risk areas.
Man allegedly armed with knife critically injured in Elm Park shop 'struggle'
A man was critically injured following a knife incident in a shop in Elm Park, with investigations ongoing.
Police fight over right to sack rogue cops after Sarah Everard murder
The Metropolitan Police's legal challenge centers on vetting rules crucial for maintaining trust in the police force amid serious allegations against a serving officer.
Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus
Two individuals named by police in the stabbing case of 14-year-old Kelyan Bokassa in London.
No arrests have been made yet; investigation ongoing.
Woman who died in hit-run horror with tow truck and car is named
A pedestrian named Safia Ali died in a hit-and-run incident in south London involving a tow truck and a car.
Jewellery worth 10m stolen from north London home
High-value jewelry and designer handbags were stolen in a burglary in London, prompting a substantial reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.
Met investigate how bus driven after pensioner dies
The investigation focuses on the bus driving conditions leading to the cardiac arrest of the elderly woman.
Two teens sought over killing of boy on London bus
Two individuals named by police in the stabbing case of 14-year-old Kelyan Bokassa in London.
No arrests have been made yet; investigation ongoing.
Woman who died in hit-run horror with tow truck and car is named
A pedestrian named Safia Ali died in a hit-and-run incident in south London involving a tow truck and a car.
Jewellery worth 10m stolen from north London home
High-value jewelry and designer handbags were stolen in a burglary in London, prompting a substantial reward for information leading to the suspect's arrest.
Met investigate how bus driven after pensioner dies
The investigation focuses on the bus driving conditions leading to the cardiac arrest of the elderly woman.
Police hunt for suspect after woman's hair cut off by man in Sidcup
Authorities are investigating a reported assault where a woman's hair was cut off in Sidcup, amid social media claims of similar incidents.
Police hunt suspect after woman's hair cut off by man in Sidcup
A woman was assaulted in Sidcup with her hair being cut off, prompting police to increase patrols and investigate social media claims of similar attacks.
Police hunt for suspect after woman's hair cut off by man in Sidcup
Authorities are investigating a reported assault where a woman's hair was cut off in Sidcup, amid social media claims of similar incidents.
Police hunt suspect after woman's hair cut off by man in Sidcup
A woman was assaulted in Sidcup with her hair being cut off, prompting police to increase patrols and investigate social media claims of similar attacks.
Head of Met's Black Police Association accused of sending offensive messages in group chat
The head of the Black Police Association faces serious allegations regarding participation in racist and inappropriate group chats.
Met inspector 'subject of racism in messages'
Insp Charles Ehikioya denies fabricated accusations of racist messages aimed at damaging his reputation due to his leadership in the Black Police Association.
Head of Met black officers' group guilty of gross misconduct in WhatsApp chats
Ehikioya's participation in a WhatsApp group sharing racist and sexist content led to gross misconduct findings and potential dismissal from the Metropolitan police.
Met inspector 'joked about Chinese people' in chat
The head of the Metropolitan Police's Black Police Association faces serious misconduct allegations involving racist and inappropriate messages.
Head of Met's Black Police Association accused of sending offensive messages in group chat
The head of the Black Police Association faces serious allegations regarding participation in racist and inappropriate group chats.
Met inspector 'subject of racism in messages'
Insp Charles Ehikioya denies fabricated accusations of racist messages aimed at damaging his reputation due to his leadership in the Black Police Association.
Head of Met black officers' group guilty of gross misconduct in WhatsApp chats
Ehikioya's participation in a WhatsApp group sharing racist and sexist content led to gross misconduct findings and potential dismissal from the Metropolitan police.
Met inspector 'joked about Chinese people' in chat
The head of the Metropolitan Police's Black Police Association faces serious misconduct allegations involving racist and inappropriate messages.
A driver was arrested for drink driving after a hit-and-run incident involving a pedestrian in Limehouse, with the victim's injuries not life-threatening.
Woman taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Orpington
A woman was hospitalized after being hit by a car in Orpington, but her injuries are not life-threatening.
Man in hospital after 'hit-and-run' in Limehouse
A driver was arrested for drink driving after a hit-and-run incident involving a pedestrian in Limehouse, with the victim's injuries not life-threatening.
Woman taken to hospital after being hit by a car in Orpington
A woman was hospitalized after being hit by a car in Orpington, but her injuries are not life-threatening.
Met apologises to black community leader detained by officer who has faced three misconduct proceedings
The Metropolitan police apologized to Jason Matthews for excessive force by an officer with multiple misconduct allegations.
Spy cop: 'I shared single bed with young activist but didn't have sex with her'
Andrew Coles denied allegations of using his undercover role to engage in a sexual relationship with activist Jessica, claiming all evidence against him is fabricated.
Palace investigates after Household staff incident
Buckingham Palace is investigating an incident involving staff after a woman was arrested for assault and disorderly behavior following a Christmas party.
Women arrested after fight breaks out in Dagenham pub
Two women arrested for affray after a pub fight in Dagenham.
Palace investigates after Household staff incident
Buckingham Palace is investigating an incident involving staff after a woman was arrested for assault and disorderly behavior following a Christmas party.
Women arrested after fight breaks out in Dagenham pub
Two women arrested for affray after a pub fight in Dagenham.
Investigation launched after human remains found at house in Sutton
Human remains were found in a Sutton house, prompting a police investigation.
Specialist officers from the South Area Command Unit are leading the inquiries.
Met Police staff including 999 call handlers vote to strike over return to office working
Metropolitan Police staff voted for a strike due to restrictions on remote work, marking a significant first in the organization's history.
Met Police staff vote to strike for first time over curbs on working from home
The Metropolitan Police civilian staff are heading towards industrial action over increased office attendance requirements due to dissatisfaction with management's handling of remote work policies.