TfL proposes Superloop bus between Eltham and Clapham Submitted by daniel on Mon, 09/06/2025 - 17:00 Transport for London (TfL) has said that they are exploring the option of a new express bus service between Clapham Junction and Eltham station. It comes as the Superloop network continues to expand, with ten routes already in operation and a further three planned this year. Now, transport bosses have said that they will launch consultations on another three routes later this year, including a bus between Clapham and Eltham, designated SL15. Read more about TfL proposes Superloop bus between Eltham and ClaphamAdd new comment
Victoria Station thief with 260 convictions is jailed Submitted by daniel on Tue, 27/05/2025 - 10:38 South London woman with over 260 convictions jailed for Victoria Station thefts Wandsworth Times Read more about Victoria Station thief with 260 convictions is jailedAdd new comment
Streatham Woodbourne Avenue: Seven escape house fire Submitted by daniel on Thu, 15/05/2025 - 10:38 Around 70 firefighters and 10 fire engines were called to the blaze on Woodbourne Avenue at 4.39pm on yesterday (May 14). The London Fire Brigade said part of the loft was alight, and seven people managed to leave the building before crews arrived. No injuries have been reported. A 32-metre turntable ladder was used as a water tower to help extinguish the flames from above. Crews from Tooting, Norbury, West Norwood and nearby stations attended the scene. The fire was brought under control by 7.31pm. Read more about Streatham Woodbourne Avenue: Seven escape house fireAdd new comment
Man dies and four injured in stabbings across London Submitted by daniel on Mon, 28/04/2025 - 19:34 The incidents unfolded between Friday (April 25) and Saturday (April 26) in Archway, Norbury, Streatham and Twickenham. This only includes incidents that Newsquest London is aware of and has reported on. Information about each incident is from the Metropolitan Police. Police confirm condition of man stabbed at underground station in Archway Archway station was closed on Friday (April 25) shortly after 6.10pm after reports of an incident. A man was found with a stab wound to his leg and he was taken to hospital as a priority. Read more about Man dies and four injured in stabbings across LondonAdd new comment
Chris Kaba: Watchdog slams BBC over Streatham coverage Submitted by daniel on Thu, 24/04/2025 - 08:12 The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) said it had gone to the broadcast regulator after demands for a public apology from the BBC were not met. Gang member Mr Kaba was shot by police officer Martyn Blake after trying to ram his way past police cars in Streatham in September 2022. The IOPC complained to the broadcaster after the Panorama episode initially aired without including its statement in reaction to claims by former regional director Sal Naseem. Read more about Chris Kaba: Watchdog slams BBC over Streatham coverageAdd new comment
Streatham man jailed for sexually assaulting lone women Submitted by daniel on Wed, 23/04/2025 - 09:01 Eddwin Cortes-Pinerez, of Mitcham Lane, sexually assaulted five women in the space of three weeks, each time quickly approaching the women from behind and grabbing their bottoms before cycling off. On Thursday, April 17, a Woolwich Crown Court judge jailed the 40-year-old for 19 months and banned him from riding a bicycle. Read more about Streatham man jailed for sexually assaulting lone womenAdd new comment
Streatham High Road: Man in critical condition after assault Submitted by daniel on Tue, 08/04/2025 - 11:19 Police were called to the incident on Streatham Green at 3.50pm on Monday (April 7). The victim, a man in his 30s was taken to hospital with serious head injuries. He remains in hospital in a critical condition. Enquiries remain ongoing and a scene is in place. If you have any information, contact police on 101 and quote CAD 4450/07APR25. A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “Police were called at 15:50hrs on Monday, 7 April to Streatham High Road, SW16 following a serious assault. Read more about Streatham High Road: Man in critical condition after assaultAdd new comment
Streatham Green Park closed after incident: Recap Submitted by daniel on Mon, 07/04/2025 - 16:46 Busy park cordoned off due to incident in Streatham Wandsworth Times Read more about Streatham Green Park closed after incident: RecapAdd new comment
Streatham Green Park closed after incident: Live updates Submitted by daniel on Mon, 07/04/2025 - 16:46 LIVE updates as busy park cordoned off due to incident in Streatham Wandsworth Times Read more about Streatham Green Park closed after incident: Live updatesAdd new comment
Teaching assistant accused of child sexual offences Submitted by daniel on Tue, 01/04/2025 - 11:57 Charlie Territt, 31, from South Bermondsey, was formerly employed as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant at Streatham Wells Primary School. He is charged with engaging in sexual communication with a child, causing or inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual activity, and causing a child to watch a sexual act. Territt pleaded not guilty to the three charges during a brief hearing at Inner London Crown Court on Tuesday, April 1. The court heard the charges relate to allegations that Territt engaged in a sexual conversation with a child online last year. Read more about Teaching assistant accused of child sexual offencesAdd new comment