All news on the topic: Metropolitan Police

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Egyptian asylum seeker jailed for Hyde Park rape was convicted terrorist
An Egyptian asylum seeker who was jailed for raping a woman in London’s Hyde Park is a convicted Islamic terrorist, it has emerged.
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Second teenager charged with attempted murder after east London restaurant arson attack
A second teenager has been charged with attempted murder following an alleged arson attack at an Indian restaurant in east London.
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Main suspect in disappearance of Madeleine McCann released from German prison
The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has been released from prison in Germany.
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More than 1,600 police officers deployed ahead of Trump demonstrations
Police are preparing for a significant operation, with as many as 50 protest groups expected to take to the streets of London to march against Donald Trump’s state visit.
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Police release images of 11 suspects after violence at Tommy Robinson march in London
Police are appealing for information on 11 people after a number of public order and assault offences took place during Tommy Robinson’s ’Unite the Kingdom’ march in London.
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Man faces court over theft of £270k Banksy print from London gallery
A builder accused of stealing a £270,000 Girl with Balloon Banksy print wanted to add the work to his existing collection of artwork featuring love hearts, a court has heard.
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London rally chaos leads to multiple assault and public order charges
Eight people have been charged after disorder broke out during a Tommy Robinson rally in London last weekend.
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Madeleine McCann suspect refuses Met Police interview ahead of prison release
The prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann has refused to be interviewed by the Metropolitan Police ahead of his pending release from prison, the force has said.
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Elon Musk advocates for a "revolutionary government change" in the UK at a far-right rally
Billionaire Elon Musk on Saturday said that the United Kingdom needs “revolutionary government change,” speaking virtually at a far-right anti-immigration protest in London.
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Man charged after “revolting” antisemitic attacks on London synagogues
A man has been charged after a series of “revolting” antisemitic attacks on synagogues in London.
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Labour MP targeted by racist gang 30 years ago
A Labour MP has disclosed that she was attacked by a racist gang who unleashed dogs on her and her family.
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At least 25 arrested and 26 police injured at Tommy Robinson’s London protest
At least 25 people were arrested, and 26 police officers were injured – including four who were seriously hurt – at Tommy Robinson’s “Unite the Kingdom” protest, the Metropolitan Police said.
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110,000 join Tommy Robinson march in London as clashes erupt with police and counter-protesters
Over 100,000 individuals participated in a march in central London organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, while anti-racism campaigners held a counter-protest.
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Nine Met officers suspended over excessive force and discriminatory comments
Nine Scotland Yard officers have been suspended following an investigation into claims of excessive use of force and making discriminatory and misogynistic comments.
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Guns marketed as blank firing props from Turkey and Italy can be converted into deadly weapons
Thousands of imported guns acquired for as little as £50 online are flooding the streets of Britain, an LBC investigation has revealed.
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Banksy artwork of judge attacking protester removed from Royal Courts of Justice
A Banksy artwork depicting a judge attacking a protester has been removed from the walls of the Royal Courts of Justice.
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Police watchdog calls for end to recording non-crime hate incidents
The police inspectorate has supported calls for a change in approach, moving away from officers investigating social media posts.
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Man arrested after hazardous materials incident forces Heathrow terminal 4 evacuation
A man has been arrested following an incident at Heathrow Airport that led to the evacuation of Terminal 4 on Monday evening.
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Banksy’s latest piece on London court building covered and guarded
The street artist’s latest work appeared at the Royal Courts of Justice in London on Monday and was immediately covered up by Metropolitan Police officers.
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London protest sees nearly 900 arrests after Palestine Action ban
The Metropolitan Police has said 890 people were arrested at a protest against the banning of Palestine Action as a terror group on Saturday - including 17 on suspicion of assaulting officers.
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Murder investigation launched after man dies following assault in Balham
A murder investigation has begun after a man in his 60s, who was ’seriously assaulted’ in Balham, passed away on Friday.
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Clashes in London as police arrest 150 at protest against Palestine Action ban
Police have drawn their batons as violent clashes erupted during mass arrests at a demonstration against the banning of Palestine Action in London’s Parliament Square.
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Mass arrests begin at London’s largest protest against Palestine Action ban
Arrests have begun at the largest demonstration yet opposing the proscription of Palestine Action.
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15-year-old charged with murder after fatal stabbing on Old Kent Road
Two boys, aged 17, were taken to the hospital after police were called to reports of a stabbing on Old Kent Road, Southwark, on Wednesday, August 27.
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Met Police are investigating a phone found in the Commons chamber ahead of PMQs
An investigation has been initiated after a mobile phone discovered hidden in the House of Commons was reportedly believed to have been placed there to play sex noises during prime minister’s questions.