Bexleyheath shooting: attackers jailed for 55 years
Two men have been jailed for 55 years for a point-blank shooting outside a Bexleyheath nightclub, leaving the victim with life-changing injuries.
Category : Health
Map reveals London's smoking hotspots as Haringey tops table
Haringey has London's highest smoking rate at 18.8%, while Wandsworth has the lowest at 4.7%, as new ONS data shows e-cigarette use now surpasses smoking across Great Britain.
Monkey torture ringleader jailed for three years
Bartosz Poklek, 30, from Bexley, was jailed for 3 years and 3 months for leading a global 'monkey hate' network that sold torture videos for up to $500 each.
Woman Jailed for Fatal Laughing Gas Crash in Hackney
Tiffany Treanor-Johnson, 27, was sentenced to 10 years and 9 months for causing death by dangerous driving after killing cyclist Harry Webb in Hackney.
Man arrested in South London after double stabbing
A 46-year-old man was arrested in Walworth Road after a double stabbing in Kent. Two men were injured, one with life-changing injuries.
Man charged with murder of Raymond Hardinges in Bermondsey
Sean Riordan, 60, charged with murder of Raymond Hardinges, 53, who died after stabbing in Lucey Way, Bermondsey, on August 2.
BTP release CCTV after failed phone robbery at Woolwich
British Transport Police release CCTV images after a man was kicked and punched during a failed phone robbery at Woolwich Dockyard railway station on July 30.
Window cleaners rescued from 15th floor in Southwark
Two window cleaners were rescued from the 15th floor of a Blackfriars Road building after their cradle malfunctioned, using Europe's tallest turntable ladder.
Raw vegan claims no body odour after two years without deodorant
Akuc Bol, 31, from Camden Town, has not worn deodorant in two years, claiming her raw vegan diet eliminates body odour even during intense exercise.
Disabled man dragged himself across floor in Redbridge home
A paralysed man with one functional arm had to drag himself across the floor to use the toilet and shower in unsuitable Redbridge council accommodation, receiving a £20,000 settlement.
Camden man died from overdose in hostel days after leaving rehab
An inquest found 29-year-old Eden Henry died following a move from residential treatment into a homeless hostel, where users did not get 24/7 support.
Pensioner: Council Ignores Neighbour Threats
A Hounslow pensioner says the council refuses to rehouse her despite alleged neighbour violence, theft, and harassment, leaving her in constant fear.
Teacher accused of raping pupil called her 'girlfriend'
A science teacher accused of raping his student told jurors they had a 'loving and consensual relationship', claiming he believed she was 18.
Bermondsey railway arch damaged in fire involving battery
A railway arch in Bermondsey was damaged in a fire on October 7, involving a lithium-ion battery. Ten fire engines and 70 firefighters responded; no injuries were reported.
Rape survivors face 7-year waits for trial in North London
Rape survivors in North London face waits of over seven years for trial, with one case set for 2029. Specialist courts and fixed dates are being introduced to tackle delays.
Levi Davidson named as victim of Acton memorial shooting
Levi Davidson, 40, died after multiple shots fired on Braybrook Street, East Acton, on October 2. Police appeal for witnesses as murder probe continues.
Enfield rapist who groomed girl on TikTok jailed 13 years
Joshua Gray, 23, of Edmonton, was jailed for 13.5 years for raping a girl he groomed on TikTok, Bedfordshire Police said.
Man charged with three rapes and robbery in Crawley
A 23-year-old man, Adrion Muja, has been charged with three counts of rape and one robbery following an incident in Crawley, West Sussex, last October.
William Harvey Hospital among worst for A&E waits
William Harvey Hospital in Ashford ranked joint sixth worst in England for A&E waits, with 20.3% of patients spending over 12 hours there, double the national average.
DWP lists 18 blood conditions for £748 monthly PIP claims
DWP data shows 18 blood conditions among PIP claims. Sufferers may get up to £748 monthly, but eligibility depends on functional impact, not diagnosis alone.
Tributes to Arsenal fan dad-to-be killed in electrocution
Connor Lambert, 24, died in July 2024 after a ladder touched power lines in Chester. His partner and father pay tribute as HSE investigation finds work was unsafe.
New SEN school opens in Clapham with community support
Octavia House Schools opens a new SEN site in Clapham for pupils with SEMH needs, offering therapy dogs and art therapy, with plans to expand from 10 to 40 pupils.
Croydon man guilty of murdering partner Sarah Reynolds
Earlston Bennett, 58, from Croydon, was convicted at Southwark Crown Court of murdering Sarah Reynolds and controlling and coercive behaviour, following years of abuse.
Primark recalls Halloween gonks over asbestos risk
Primark recalls Witch Mini and Pumpkin gonks due to possible asbestos in sand. OPSS urges owners to stop use and return for refund.
London Bus Drivers' Horrific Conditions Exposed in Probe
MyLondon's 4-month investigation reveals London bus drivers face horrific working conditions, including exhaustion and anger, with safety risks to passengers.
Croydon man dies at 23 after rare cancer diagnosis
A Croydon poker dealer died aged 23 from medullary renal cell carcinoma, an aggressive kidney cancer, after symptoms were initially missed.
Victoria Station stabbing: Man rushed to major trauma centre
A man was rushed to a major trauma centre after a stabbing near Victoria Station early on October 6. One lane of Vauxhall Bridge Road remains closed.
Family tribute to Esme, 18, killed in Banbury crash
Family of Esme Heaton-Biggs, 18, killed in Banbury collision, pay tribute to a 'witty and beautiful human being'. A man has been charged.
E-bike rider, 19, dies after Eltham Hill crash
A 19-year-old e-bike rider has died after a collision with a parked car on Eltham Hill, with police appealing for witnesses.
Lambeth leaseholder slams 'spectacular overcharging'
A Lambeth leaseholder criticises a council report for failing to reflect service charge errors, including overcharging for grounds maintenance and a faulty door entry system, prompting a working group.
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