Author: Blake Foster

Dynevor Road has been cordoned off at the junction with Stoke Newington High Street all day today (August 5) since the incident at 12.20am. Police found a man who had been shot, and he died at the scene. A police tent has been erected at the scene and forensic officers can now be seen investigating along with police. Pictures at the scene show forensic officers within the cordoned off section. Tape has blocked off large stretches near Stoke Newington High Street and Dynevor Road. Paul Orris, who was staying near the shooting, said he heard “probably three shots” at the time.…

It comes after viral footage online showed far-right activist Tommy Robinson walking by a guy lying on the ground at the station shouting, “he come at me”. Police were called to St Pancras on Monday (July 28) just after 8.40pm to reports of an assault. A man was taken to hospital with serious injuries, which since are not thought to be life threatening. Officers arrested a 42-year-old man from Bedfordshire yesterday (August 4) on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. In a new update from the British Transport Police, he has been released on police bail until September 2 while enquiries…

The girl, who was sentenced separately on Monday, received a nine-month detention and training order. The boy had dreamed of killing a human and “getting away with murder” while there were sinister items on the girl’s mobile phone of mutilated pets and she had a fascination with dead human bodies, the court heard. District judge Hina Rai told the girl: “It is not clear who took the lead but from what I have read you were both equally responsible. “Without a doubt these are the most awful offences against animals I have seen in this court.” The kittens were found with…

A vespa was reported stolen from the garage of a property near Joyden’s Wood in Dartford on Sunday (August 3) at around 11.40pm. Police began to investigate the surrounding area and officers patrolling found a suspicious motorbike rider and signalled for him to stop. Officers had to chase the suspect as he got off his bike and fled on foot. The teenager was detained and the motorbike was seized. The day after, the 16-year-old boy was charged with burglary and three driving offences. He was also charged with the attempted theft of a vehicle on August 3 in Bexley. He…

A 45-year-old man was found with gunshot wounds at the junction of Stoke Newington High Street and Dynevor Road soon after midnight today (August 5). He died at the scene. Both roads remain closed with a large crime scene in place.Police tape blocked off Stoke Newington High Street and Dynevor Road after the shooting (Image: Ben Gardner) Paul Orris was staying near the shooting. He said: “It was between 11 and 12 – there were probably three shots and a minute later I heard police sirens.  “It is a shorter, cleaner sound for a gunshot. I was in bed and…

While the tunnel has reopened, the airport is still causing some disruption, with passengers advised to allow extra time for getting to the airport. The Central Terminal Area tunnel being closed meant that passengers were redirected to Terminal 5 instead of Terminal 2 and 3, reports The Mirror. This tunnel closure meant traffic piled up on the M4 as passengers made their way to Heathrow Airport, the newspaper explains. The main road tunnel to Terminals 2 and 3 has now reopened following an earlier technical issue.There is still congestion at the airport, and we recommend allowing extra time for your…

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The Mercury is holding its first-ever Pop Con Convention, taking place until Sunday, August 10. It features a variety of interactive activities planned for fans of all ages. These include cosplay, film screenings, merchandise stalls, live entertainment and gaming. Visitors will also have the chance to see a real-life DeLorean car, made famous by the Back to the Future films. Natalie Bays, centre manager for The Mercury, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to bring the community together for our very first Pop Con Convention. “It’s a fantastic opportunity to celebrate creativity, self-expression, and shared fandoms — right here in the heart of Romford.” Throughout…

The incident happened in Dynevor Road near Stoke Newington High Street just before 12.20am today (August 5).  Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found a man who had been shot.  Stoke Newington High Street A10 closed after shooting: Live He was pronouncded dead shortly after.  His next-of-kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. Formal identification and a post-mortem examination will take place in due course. No arrests have been made at this stage.  Detective Chief Superintendent Brittany Clarke, who leads policing for the area, said: “Our team of detectives and forensic specialists are working at…

A 45-year-old man has died after being shot in Stoke Newington. The incident happened in Dyvenor Road at the junction with Stoke Newington High Street just before 12.20am today (August 5). Officers attended and found a man who had been shot The emergency services tried to save him but he died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by the police. Formal identification of the victim and a post-mortem are due to happen. There have been no arrests. A crime scene remains in place with Dynevor Road and parts of Stoke Newington High…