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Man wanted on recall arrested

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Man wanted on recall arrested

Police in Kingston were appealing for the public’s to trace a man who was wanted on recall to prison.

Steven Graham, 44 (30.12.73), of Kingston, was released on licence from HMP Wandsworth on 29 December 2017. An emergency recall to prison was issued on the same day after Graham breached the conditions of his licence.

Graham was arrested on the morning of Wednesday, 21 February. He was taken to a south London police station where he will remain until he is returned to the custody of the prison service.

We thank the public and the media for their assistance.

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Supreme Court ruling re Worboys

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Supreme Court ruling re Worboys

Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, Sir Craig Mackey, said:

The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) fully accepts the decision of the court.

We have always accepted that serious mistakes were made in this investigation and it was only the courage of the victims coming forward, including these two claimants, that enabled us to finally convict Worboys. We know we should have done more in the initial investigation and today, as we did following his conviction, I unreservedly apologise to the victims we failed.

The MPS appealed, and this was supported by the Government, because police forces needed absolute clarity on the boundaries of police responsibility and liability for their investigations. We have always been clear that the appeal to the Supreme Court was not based on factual differences between us and the victims, but on the appropriate interpretation of European human rights law.

This appeal did not seek to recover the compensation and costs awarded to the claimants. Furthermore, the MPS agreed from the outset of the proceedings to pay the legal costs of the claimants whatever the outcome of the appeal – it was important that the issues could be examined through the courts without any financial risk to the claimants.

Victims of serious crimes deserve the best and most professional of investigations. It is the responsibility of police to prevent crime and when that fails, to bring criminals to justice. That is the expectation of everyone involved in policing. Investigations which do not meet the standards are rightly subject to internal and external scrutiny and accountability and we are continually looking at how we can improve and give the best possible service to victims.

The MPS and other forces will now consider the full implications of the judgement and what it means for investigations in the future. There is no doubt that it will have implications for how we resource and prioritise our investigations. We will have to consider how we balance our resources against the need to effectively investigate certain crimes. For example, we may need to consider moving extra resources into an Article Three investigation from other areas, such as fraud. That is the sort of question policing will have to consider as we look at our approach going forward following today’s judgement.

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​Further appeal for information following Kensington murder

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: ​Further appeal for information following Kensington murder

Detectives investigating a murder in west London have named the victim as they continue to appeal for information about the incident.

Officers from the Met’s Homicide and Major Crime Command have launched a murder investigation after a man was fatally stabbed in Kensington.

At around 03:20hrs on Sunday, 18 February, officers on patrol were responding to reports of a large number of vehicles in Logan Place, W8, following a nearby party when they discovered a male with stab injuries.

They administered first aid prior to the arrival of London Ambulance Service.

Despite extensive efforts to revive him, the man was pronounced dead at the scene at 03:46hrs.

Next of kin have been informed and the victim has been identified as Lewis Blackman (10.11.1998) of Camden.

A post-mortem examination will take place in due course.


Detective Chief Inspector Mark Cranwell is leading the investigation. He said: “We know there was a party at a nearby address on Earls Court Road around the time of this incident. We are still working to establish any link, but it does mean the area would have been busy with vehicles and pedestrians at the time.

“I want to hear from anyone who was in the area; did you witness an altercation? Every fragment of information is beneficial to our investigation and I would urge anyone who may know something to contact police immediately.”

A 19-year-old man [A] was arrested near to the scene in connection with the incident. He has since been released under investigation.

Anyone with information can contact the incident room on 0208 721 4054, or call police on 101/ tweet @MetCC quoting ref 1177/18 FEB.

Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Man jailed for moped-enabled robberies

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Man jailed for moped-enabled robberies

A man who used a stolen moped to commit a series of mobile phone thefts before crashing and seriously injuring his pillion passenger has been jailed.

Harry Wright, 21 (28.07.96) of Canonbury Road, N1 was sentenced at Wood Green Crown Court on Tuesday, 20 February, to seven years imprisonment for three theft offences, possession of a bladed article, possession of Class A and B drugs and causing serious injury by dangerous driving. 

He was also given a five-year driving ban upon release.

He had previously pleaded guilty on 13 December 2017 to a seven count indictment which included causing serious injury by dangerous driving.

Detective Constable Ben Kahane, from Hackney CID, said: “Harry Wright almost killed his friend for the sake of a stealing a few mobile phones worth a couple of hundred pounds. In the words of the judge, Wright has ‘destroyed the victim’s life’

“Given the deliberate dangerousness of his driving, it was pure luck that he didn’t hurt or kill any innocent pedestrians.

“This case is a reminder to those committing moped-enabled crime, that you take your risk your own life and that of passengers and the public by undertaking such reckless criminality.”

The court had previously heard that on 4 November 2017, Wright stole a Piaggio moped which had been parked on Southgate Grove Road in Hackney.

Just over a week later, on 13 November 2017, Wright rode the moped through Islington and Hackney targeting morning rush hour commuters. The court was played CCTV footage of Wright narrowly missing several pedestrians while riding on the pavement.

Detectives were able to identify three victims of snatches on Upper Street, Essex Road and Kingsland Road.

Shortly after committing a final unsuccessful theft on Kingsland Road at around 09:50hrs the moped went through a ‘No Entry’ junction on Tottenham Road, N1 and into the path of oncoming vehicles. Wright was captured on CCTV riding the moped the along the pavement while going the wrong way down the residential street. Several witnesses estimated the speed of the moped to be between 40 and 50mph. Moments later, after re-joining the road, the moped crashed head-on into the front of a BMW.

Wright was detained by police officers who found a hunting knife tucked into his waistband.

Wright’s 18-year-old pillion passenger was taken to hospital in a critical condition. He continues to receive medical treatment.

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Appeal following robbery in Acton

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Appeal following robbery in Acton

Police are appealing for help from the public to identify a man they wish to speak to in connection with a violent robbery in Acton.

On 23rd of January 2018, a 68-year-old man was walking home after visiting the shops on Acton High Street, W3 when he began being followed.

At approximately 1310hrs he was punched by a suspect who stole his wallet.

The suspect is described as a male aged approximately 40-50years wearing a dark hooded jumper and scarf.

PC Tom Henley, from Ealing CID, said: “The CCTV footage we have is of a good quality and plainly reveals the suspect’s face; do you recognise this man? He may well be local to the area and I would urge anyone with information to tell the police immediately.”

Any witnesses or anyone with any information is asked to call police in Ealing on 101 or via Twitter @MetCC or Tom.Henley@met.police.uk

To give information anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org

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Two murder investigations launched in Camden

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Two murder investigations launched in Camden

Murder investigations have been launched after two young men were fatally stabbed in Camden.

Officers were called by the London Ambulance Service at approximately 20:30hrs on Tuesday, 20 February, to reports of a teenager suffering stab injuries in Bartholomew Road, NW5.

Officers attended and immediately provided first aid prior to the arrival of London Ambulance Service. The victim, believed to be aged in his late teens, was pronounced dead at the scene at 21:08hrs.

Officers believe they know the identity of the deceased. We await formal identification and confirmation that next of kin have been informed.

At 22:13hrs that night, police were called to reports of a disturbance in Malden Road near the junction with Marsden Street, NW5.

Officers attended the location and found a man suffering serious stab injuries. They administered first aid prior to the arrival of London Ambulance Service.

The man, believed to be aged around 20 years, was pronounced dead at the scene. Enquiries are underway to confirm his identity and inform next of kin.

Post-mortem examinations will be arranged in due course.

Detectives from the Homicide and Major Crime Command have launched separate investigations.

At this early stage, there have been no arrests. Urgent enquiries are underway to establish the full circumstances and identify if there are any links between the two incidents.

Any witnesses, or anyone with information that may assist police, is urged to call officers via 101. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit the crimestoppers-uk.org website.

There are additional police patrols across Camden, with borough officers who were due to complete their shifts on Tuesday continuing to work into Wednesday morning alongside the borough’s rostered night shift.

These Camden officers are being supported by colleagues from the Territorial Support Group and dedicated officers from Operation Sceptre.

A Section 60 (Criminal Justice and Public Order Act) order was authorised for the borough of Camden at 22:20hrs on Tuesday, 20 February. This will remain in place until 07:00hrs on Wednesday, 21 February, to assist officers in preventing further violence.

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Five charged in relation to sale of counterfeit and unlicensed medicine

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Five charged in relation to sale of counterfeit and unlicensed medicine

Five people have been charged as part of an investigation into the sale of counterfeit and unlicensed medicines.

Edward Cohen, 65, (5.3.52) Paget Road, London, is charged with providing false statements to obtain benefits, providing false information to the Charity Commission and acquiring criminal property. He is also charged with two counts of being concerned in the acquisition of criminal property.

David Cohen, 37, (31.8.80) Ashbourne Avenue, Golders Green, is charged with making a false statement to obtain benefits, failing to notify of a change of circumstances affecting a benefit and providing false information to the Charity Commission. He is also charged with one count of acquiring criminal property and being concerned in the acquisition of criminal property.

Both men are due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 21 February.

Two men [C] 37 and [D] 44 and a woman [E] 42 have also been charged via postal requisition to appear at the same court on the same date.

[D] Jacob Gross, 44, (6.2.74) Oakfields Road, London, has been charged with being concerned in the acquisition of criminal property and acquiring criminal property.

[E] Mindy Gross, 42, (22.12.75) Oakfields Road, London, and [C] Maurice Gross, 37, (17.7.80) of Planton au Moretuslei, Antwerp, Belgium has been charged with acquiring criminal property.

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Third arrest in Canning Town murder

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Third arrest in Canning Town murder

Detectives investigating the murder of a teenager in Canning Town have made a third arrest.

A 17-year-old boy [C] was arrested on suspicion of murder on Monday, 19 February. He was taken to an east London police station where he remains in custody.

An investigation was launched after officers were called by the London Ambulance Service shortly after 20:00hrs on Wednesday, 14 February to reports of a male suffering stab injuries on Goldwing Close, E16.

Officers attended and 17-year-old Lord Promise Nkenda – known as Promise – who was from Newham was pronounced dead at the scene at 20:38hrs.

A post-mortem examination held at East Ham Mortuary on Thursday, 15 February gave cause of death as stab wounds to the chest.

On Saturday, 17 February, two 17-year-old boys [A and B] were arrested. They were both charged with the murder of Lord Promise Nkenda and robbery.

They appeared at Barkingside Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 19 February and are due to appear in custody at the Old Bailey on Wednesday, 21 February.

Detective Inspector Perry Benton from the Homicide and Major Crime Command is leading the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Homicide and Major Crime Command incident room on 020 8345 3775 or via 101 quoting reference 8884/14Feb.

Alternatively, they can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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Arrest made in Barnet murder

Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

Headline: Arrest made in Barnet murder

Detectives investigating a murder in Enfield have arrested a man and released an image of a van they believe was used by the suspects.

In the early hours of Tuesday, 20 February, a 46-year-old man was arrested in Wood Green on suspicion of murder and is now in custody at a London police station.

Police were called at 23.44hrs on Monday, 12 February, to Mount Pleasant, at the junction with Edgeworth Road, Barnet EN4 to reports of shots fired.

Officers attended and found 41-year-old Bulent Kabala of Enfield suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 00.15hrs.

A post-mortem examination held on 15 February at Northwick Park Hospital, gave cause of death as gunshot wounds to the head and chest.

An abandoned blue Ford Transit van, believed to be used in the murder, was found by officers in Pilgrims Close, N13 on Wednesday, 14 February.

The van, which was stolen in early January, had been fitted with stolen Polish number plates and left parked at Beaufoy Road, N17. The van was at the murder scene and subsequently found at Pilgrims Close after the murder.

Detective Chief Inspector Noel McHugh of the Met’s Homicide and Major Crime Command, who is leading the investigation, said:

“Enquiries so far indicated that this murder was a targeted hit.

“We know that Bulent got out of his silver Mercedes car just as he had just entered a roundabout, when three or four suspects got out of the Transit van and shot him. They then got back into the van and drove off in the direction of Edgeworth Road.

“The van was stolen on 6 January and we are certain that it was in Beaufoy Road on 16, 18 and 20 January. It was discovered after the murder in Pilgrims Close.

“The van is really distinctive, due to its height and the fact it was a right-hand drive, UK vehicle but was on Polish registration plates.

“I want to know where the van has been, and who has been using it.

“It is vital that we hear from anyone who witnessed this incident, and from anyone who can help us understand more about Bulent’s life and the people he associated with. Any fragment of information could assist the investigation. Please do not assume that we already have your information.”

Mr Kabala’s widow, said: “I’ve lost my childhood sweetheart, my best friend, my husband. My children have lost their dad. Nothing in the world I can say will bring him back, but I pray someone, anyone, with information comes forward. My family and I need closure. We will not be able to rest until we know justice has been served, so please if you know anything, come forward.”

Anyone with information can contact the incident room on 020 8785 8099 or tweet @MetCC. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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CCTV released following burglary– Slough

Source: United Kingdom Thames Valley Police

Headline: CCTV released following burglary– Slough

Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses and has released CCTV images as part of an investigation into a burglary of a warehouse which occurred in Colnbrook, Slough.

The incident took place at a warehouse in Willow Road, between 8pm on Saturday (17/2) and 8am yesterday (19/2). 

Two men broke into the building via a rear window, and then forced entry to a small store room. The offenders stole a quantity of airsoft guns, which are imitation firearms. Officers believe the people in the images may have vital information that could assist their investigation.

Detective Constable Andrew Wroe, from Slough Force CID, said: “We are investigating this burglary and I would like to speak to anyone who saw what happened or who saw any suspicious activity in the area at around the time of the incident.

“We are appealing for the people in the CCTV footage to come forward as we believe they may have vital information to help our investigation.

“We would also appeal to anyone who may have seen a white Mercedes transit van in the area at the time. If you have any dash-cam footage or any information which may assist the investigation please contact police.

“It is not believed that the airsoft guns stolen are capable of being converted to functional firearms however it is possible they could cause distress if they are used. It is vital we trace these so please contact police if you see or are offered these items.

“If you have any information which you think could help our investigation, please call the Thames Valley Police non-emergency number on 101 as a matter of urgency.”