New Year's Day Robbery: Three Suspects Wanted

Police hunting three train robbers, who threatened a passenger on a London-bound service, have released this CCTV image of the suspects.

British Transport Police (BTP) are investigating the New Year's Day offence.

A male passenger was onboard a Gravesend, Kent to St. Pancras train at around 5.45pm on January 1.

He reported being threatened with violence if he didn’t hand over his bag and earphones.

Officers would like to speak to the men in the images, who may have information that could help their investigation.

Anyone who knows them is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40.

In both cases, quote reference number 463 of 01/01/20.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Train Station Male-On-Male Rape: Image Of Suspect Released

Police hunting a male-on-male train station toilet rapist have released this CCTV image of their suspect.

On Saturday, March 7, officers received a report of a rape at Barking Station in east London.

The attack occurred between 5.10pm and 5.30pm in the men’s toilets.

The victim, a man in his twenties, is continuing to be supported by specially trained officers.

Detective Inspector Jeremy Banks said: “We’ve been conducting extensive enquiries into the incident, and we believe that the man in the CCTV image could have vital information which would assist our investigation.

“If you recognise him, please get in touch with us as soon as possible. 

“Likewise, if you were in the men’s toilets around around this time, or noticed anything unusual at the station, please do let us know.

"You can do so by texting 61016 or calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 340 of 09/03/20. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Transport Police Hunt Tube Train 'Upskirter'

Police hunting an 'upskirter' have released this CCTV image of the suspect they are hunting.

British Transport Police (BTP) received a complaint from a female tube train user that a male filmed under her clothing.

The incident occurred at Balham Underground Station at 11.20am on Saturday February 29.

Officers would like to speak to the man in the image, who may have information that could help their investigation.

Anyone who knows him is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40.

In both cases, quote reference number 245 of 29/02/20.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously by dialling 0800 555 111.

OAP's Emergency Food Nicked During Lock-In

Food: PC's Matt Hodge & Pat Peltier

An vulnerable 84 year-old pensioner was forced to eat old food from her bin after a heartless thief snatched supplies from her doorstep.

The Feltham OAP, identified by police only as 'Elizabeth', had mistakenly locked herself into her west London flat and could not venture out for supplies.

The Metropolitan Police have revealed they rescued the pensioner, who they say was trapped indoors and left to starve, describing the unknown thief as “callous”.

Response officers, PC's Matt Hodge and Pat Peltier were notified of the lady, who could not open her door and was imprisoned in her own home, unable to collect her only supply of food.

The isolated OAP has no nearby family or friends and fended for herself by ordering food online

Unfortunately, she had locked herself in and whilst confined to her home with no way of leaving, the food thief took advantage and stole the supplies from her doorstep.

On arrival, the officers swiftly gained entry to the property and saw her fridge was almost empty and learned the woman had resorted to eating out of the rubbish bin to survive. 

They immediately went to the local shops and purchased food, drinks, toiletries and a few other necessities to fill her home and make her feel more comfortable.

She was overwhelmed with the officers selflessness and generosity and thanked them for their help.

The officers have put the necessary action in place to ensure this heart-breaking situation doesn't happen again.

The Met say: 'This is a remarkable example of what lengths our officers will go to, to protect local residents during this very challenging time.

'Well done PC's Matt Hodge and Pat Peltier!'

On The Run: Suspect Flees Hospital After Arrest

Detectives are urgently appealing for information to trace a man who absconded from North Middlesex Hospital whilst under arrest.

Hasani Chakron, 23, escaped from an ambulance towards Tiverton Road, Upper Edmonton, after he arrived at the hospital at 7.15pm on Wednesday, February 19.

He is 5ft 7ins tall and of medium build. 

When last seen, he was wearing a white T-shirt, blue jeans and grey plimsolls.

He is known to have links to Haringey, particularly Finsbury Park pubs, as well as the Upper Edmonton and Newham.

Detective Inspector Paul Ridley, from North Area CID, said: ‘It is absolutely crucial that any person who knows the whereabouts of Hasani Chakron contact police as a priority. 

“My investigation team are completing urgent enquiries to locate him.

“I have serious concerns in respect of his well-being and believe that he may be in need of urgent hospital care. 

“I wish to reassure the public that Hasani Chakron is not considered a danger to the public and was not under arrest for an offence involving violence.’

Anyone with information is asked to call police via 101 quoting reference Cad 6832/19Feb.

Gang Hitman Jailed For Murder Bid

An armed hitman, who fled a shooting on his pedal bike, has been locked-up for at least twelve years.

Reece Burton, 29, shot his 28 year-old victim Aaron Charles in the neck after waiting outside his east London home one morning last summer.

Police say the assassination bid was the result of tensions between criminal street gangs.

Fortunately his target survived and Burton was convicted at the Old Bailey of attempted murder and given a life sentence.

He was also given an eight-year sentence for possessing a firearm.

The court heard on the morning of Monday, June 17, last year Burton armed himself with a loaded firearm and travelled to Birch Grove, Leytonstone where he lay in wait for the victim.

When the target left his mother's house at around 11.30am, Burton discharged the firearm at least twice.

One of the shots struck the victim in the back of the neck, narrowly missing vital arteries and blood vessels.

The victim staggered home, convinced he was dying, while Burton fled the scene on his bicycle.

Detectives from Specialist Crime launched an investigation and Burton was identified and arrested four days later.

The firearm has never been recovered and Burton failed to admit any responsibility for the attack.

On sentencing, the judge said Burton was a dangerous offender, who was heavily entrenched in criminal culture.

Detective Inspector Matthew Webb, who led the investigation, said: “This offence was borne from tensions between street gangs and their members and was clearly a pre-planned and targeted attack.

“There is no doubt that Burton intended to take the life of the victim. 

“He laid in wait with a firearm, with no regard to the fact it was broad daylight and other members of the public were present.

“It is simply pure luck that the victim was not killed.

“The sentence imposed today illustrates the seriousness of this offence. 

“I would like to use this opportunity to offer my thanks to those people who selflessly assisted the victim, offering comfort and first aid, not knowing if Burton and his associate were still nearby."

Train Station Knife Attack: Scooter Suspect Wanted

Police are hunting this suspect after a teenager was attacked with a knife outside a train station as his mother tried to save him.

On Friday, January 24, at approximately 3.15pm, the 19 year-old and his mother were outside Hackney Downs overground station on Dalston Lane, east London.

They were approached by an electric scooter-riding unknown male. 

The suspect made a comment to the victim and a fight ensued. 

During the altercation, the suspect hit the victim with his electric scooter before pulling out a knife and attempting to stab him.

The knife went through the victim’s clothing but did not penetrate his skin. 

His mother also suffered bruising to her face as she attempted to intervene.

The suspect then fled the scene on his scooter.

Officers are now releasing images of a male they wish to speak to in connection with the incident.

Detective Inspector Sean Drislane, from Central East CID, said: “The victim in this attack was extremely fortunate to be wearing thick clothing; without it he would undoubtedly have received several stab wounds to his body.

“This incident occurred in broad daylight and it is clear the suspect had no issues with carrying a knife or using it in front of many members of the public.

“These images are of good quality and there will be people out there who recognise this individual. 

“We would urge them to come forward and speak to us on 101 with CAD reference 4575/24Jan.

“Alternatively people can call Crimestopperscompletely anonymously on 0800 555 111."

Party Over For New Year's Day Rapist

A New Year's Day rapist is starting a nine-year prison sentence after taking advantage of a sleeping young woman while staying at a friend's house.

Emeka Ugoh, 33, of Norbury House, Oldham, Lancashire had travelled down to north London in December, 2017 to see in the new year.

The 20 year-old victim was also sleeping-over at the Edmonton address and woke to find Ugoh raping her.

He was convicted of rape by a Wood Green Crown Court jury after just 90 minutes of deliberation. 

The trial heard that during the night, on two occasions, Ugoh attempted to have sex with the victim. 

On both occasions she clearly said no and sent him away.

However, on the morning of January 1, 2018, the victim awoke to find Ugoh raping her.

She reported the incident to police and was supported by specialist officers.

Ugoh was charged by postal requisition on June 25, last year 2019. 

Detective Constable Rob Bushell said: “Even though Ugoh knew that the victim did not want to have sex with him, he decided to take advantage of her being asleep in order to rape her.

“Thanks to the strength and patience of the victim in supporting this investigation, we have successfully removed a dangerous offender from the community.

“I urge anyone who has been a victim of a sexual offence to contact police without delay so that at the very least, they can be supported.”

Trio Sought After Early Hours Bar Assault

Police are trying to identify these three men after a bar customer received a gash to his nose when defending his female friends against the group's unwanted advances.

The assault occurred at approximately 2.00am on Sunday, January 5 at a bar on Chalk Farm Road, Camden, north London.

A group of men approached the 23 year-old victim and his friends. 

They are then reported to have behaved inappropriately toward some of the victim’s female friends.

When the victim intervened and asked them to stop he was attacked. 

As a result of the incident the victim sustained a deep cut to his nose.

The group of men then left the bar.

Officers are keen to speak to the three men in the image as it is thought they may be able to help officers with their enquiries.

If you recognise any of the men in the photograph please call police on 101 and quote Cad 774/05Jan. 

Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers at crimestoppers-uk.org or on 0800 555 111. 

One Day From Freedom: Prisoner Gets Another 3 Years

A prisoner just one day from release is starting a three-year sentence after an improvised weapon made from a nail and pen was found in his cell.

Steven Bangs, 38, had almost served an eight-month jail term at HMP Thameside when caught by a joint operation involving the Metropolitan Police and the prison service.

Woolwich Crown Court heard he had improvised the weapon by inserting a nail in the casing of a pen.

It was found in his possession in December, last year and he was immediately arrested and later charged.

At the time, he was at the very end of a sentence for possession of an offensive weapon.

Detective Constable Alex Furniss, from the Met’s Prison Intelligence Unit, said: “Bangs had just one day left in prison when he was found with a dangerous weapon in his cell.

“He must now face the consequences of his actions and spend further time behind bars.

“We are committed to targeting those who carry weapons and are working closely with the prison service to remove these dangerous items from jails.”

Trish Mitchell, Serco Prison Director at HMP Thameside, said: “We are working closely with the Metropolitan Police to prevent criminal activity in the prison and we are pleased at the result of this case.

“We have a zero tolerance approach to weapons of any kind in the prison and we will always take appropriate action when we find any.”