The Latest Breaking News from Metropolitan Police

Met Police Pushes Ahead With Facial Recognition Rollout Despite Calls for Regulation First

The Metropolitan Police plans to deploy live facial recognition cameras in London's West End by 2026, despite pending legislation. The expansion follows a successful pilot and significant funding commitments.

International Business Times UK · Sep 3

Liverpool Street Station Horror: Man Dies After Tube Attack Following Notting Hill Carnival

A 32-year-old man died after being assaulted on a London Underground platform following the Notting Hill Carnival. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses.

International Business Times UK · Sep 3

Prince Harry Is a 'Fundamentally Really Decent Man', Former Met Police Counter-Chief Reveals

Former police chief Neil Basu questions the reduced security for Prince Harry and Meghan during their UK visit, highlighting potential risks and the need for armed protection.

International Business Times UK · Sep 2

Middlesbrough has the UK’s highest crime rate – here’s how other areas compare

The town and its surrounds top the country for shoplifting, burglary, arson, and sexual offences

The Independent UK · Aug 28

Al Fayed survivors tackle Met Police on investigation after submission to CPS

Survivor group No One Above said the submission is ‘a start’ but called on the Met to look into recruitment, movement and financing.

The Independent UK · Aug 27

Double murderer John Sweeney dies in prison

John Sweeney, 69, was given a whole-life tariff at the Old Bailey in 2011.

Evening Standard · Aug 26

Brent Civic Centre Stabbing: Young Man Dies After Attack at Council Headquarters Near Wembley Stadium

A young man has died following a stabbing at Brent Civic Centre, prompting a murder investigation. Police are appealing for information as they work to identify the suspect.

International Business Times UK · Aug 26

Police called in over fake council letter sent to residents claiming asylum seekers are moving in

Bexley Council has referred the bogus letter to the Met Police after it was posted to homes and circulated online

Evening Standard · Aug 25

Murder investigation launched as young man dies after stabbing at council HQ

Emergency services were called to Brent Civic Centre in Wembley, north-west London, in a building housing Brent Council’s headquarters and a library.

Evening Standard · Aug 25

Mohamed Al Fayed Investigation Takes Major Turn as Met Police Hand Evidence File to Prosecutors

The Metropolitan Police have submitted evidence to prosecutors regarding sexual offence allegations linked to late Harrods owner Mohamed Al Fayed, focusing on potential accomplices.

International Business Times UK · Aug 25