Croydon Divided Over Labour's Facial Recognition Cameras
Residents in Croydon express mixed feelings about new facial recognition cameras installed to combat crime, with some praising increased safety and others calling it invasive.
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Croydon's Facial Recognition Cameras Make Arrest Every 34 Mins
Police in Croydon, the UK's first town with permanent facial recognition cameras, are arresting suspects every 34 minutes. Crime has plummeted, with one suspect on the run for 20 years captured. Read the full report.
Facial Recognition Pilot Leads to 103 Arrests in Croydon
A Met Police pilot using live facial recognition cameras in Croydon has resulted in 103 arrests since October, including for serious violence. Discover the impact and controversy.
Starmer: Global Security Key to Fixing Cost of Living
PM Keir Starmer tells Labour MPs his international diplomacy is vital for tackling the domestic cost-of-living crisis, rejecting 'isolationism'. Read his full argument.
39-Year Search for Brother Missing Since 1986
Alexandra Hicks shares her 39-year heartache after her brother Kevin vanished aged 16 in Croydon. The Mirror's Missed campaign with Missing People charity supports families.
How Croydon Became a Hollywood Hotspot
Discover how Croydon, once dubbed an 'absolute toilet', is now a major filming location for Hollywood A-listers like Matt Damon and Taylor Swift, injecting millions into the local economy.
Kirsty MacColl's Death, Wealth & Royalty Legacy Revealed
An exclusive look at Kirsty MacColl's tragic death, her updated will, and who now benefits from the 'Fairytale of New York' royalties. Discover the full story behind the Christmas classic.
Sexual abuse survivor urges Lammy to halt jury trial cuts
Vicki Crawford, who waited nearly six years for justice, urges the Government not to use victims' trauma to justify controversial plans to slash jury trials. Read her powerful open letter.
Mum films Uber Eats driver eating her McDonald's meal
A London mum was left stunned after tracking down her Uber Eats driver and allegedly finding him eating her McDonald's breakfast. Read the full story of the shocking food delivery incident.
Taylor Swift's Secret Croydon Music Video Shoot
Taylor Swift secretly flew 3,500 miles to film a music video in a derelict Croydon shopping centre. Discover the details of her covert operation and the Elizabeth Taylor tribute.
Police Release Chilling CCTV From Croydon IKEA Brawl
Shocking new CCTV footage reveals the violent scenes that erupted inside Croydon's IKEA store, showing chairs being thrown and terrified shoppers fleeing as police share inside look at the mass brawl.
Met Police officers suspended over Croydon arrest footage
Two Metropolitan Police officers have been suspended following the release of disturbing body-worn video showing a man being kicked and stamped on during an arrest in Croydon. The Independent Office for Police Conduct has launched a criminal investigation
Armed gang's terrifying home invasion caught on camera
Shocking CCTV footage reveals the moment a masked gang armed with weapons stormed a family home in Croydon, leaving residents traumatised in a targeted attack that has left the community in fear.
Woman gunned down in Croydon park shooting
A 35-year-old woman was fatally shot in a Croydon park while walking her dog, leaving the community in shock as Metropolitan Police launch a murder investigation.
Teenager shot dead in Croydon park murder
A 17-year-old boy has been fatally shot in a shocking daylight attack at a Croydon park, with Metropolitan Police launching a murder investigation and appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Man found dead in flat 24 years after last being seen
In a shocking cold case breakthrough, police have identified a man found deceased in his Croydon flat almost a quarter-century after he was last seen alive. The discovery was made following a welfare check, revealing a mystery that has baffled authorities
Murder Probe After Man Found Dead in South London Home
The Metropolitan Police have launched a murder investigation after a man in his 40s was found with fatal injuries at a residential address in Croydon. Officers are urgently appealing for witnesses and information.
Teenager Found Stabbed to Death in South London Park
A murder investigation is underway after a 17-year-old boy was discovered with fatal stab wounds in a Croydon park. Police are probing potential gang links to the brutal killing.
Stormzy's football club in crisis after travellers dump rubbish
Rapper Stormzy's non-league football club, AFC Croydon Athletic, faces a crisis after an illegal traveller encampment left the stadium buried under piles of waste and human faeces, forcing training cancellations and health hazard warnings.
Croydon dognapper chased after stuffing puppy into rucksack
Shocking moment a dognapper is chased through the streets of Croydon after snatching a French Bulldog puppy and stuffing it into his backpack. The suspect remains at large as police investigate.
Mum and boyfriend jailed for life for toddler's murder
A depraved mother and her violent partner have been sentenced to life in prison for the horrific abuse and murder of her 2-year-old son, Jacob Lennon, in a case that has shocked the nation.
Disabled Boy Dies with Cocaine in System After School Failings
Exclusive investigation reveals a vulnerable disabled boy died with cocaine in his system after attending a special needs school in Croydon. Shocking failings exposed in safeguarding protocols.
Mum's heartbreaking funeral message to murdered son Harvey
In an unimaginable act of courage, the mother of murdered 17-year-old Harvey Willgoose shared a final, public message to her son at his funeral, condemning the 'cowardly' violence that took his life in Croydon.
Jealous Headteacher Jailed for Brutal Hammer Attack
A primary school headteacher has been sentenced to 14 years for a brutal hammer attack on her deputy head, driven by professional envy and a warped obsession.
Boy, 7, critically injured in motorbike hit-and-run
A seven-year-old boy is fighting for his life after a shocking hit-and-run motorbike incident in Croydon. Police launch urgent manhunt for the rider who fled the scene.
Man attacked and left unconscious in Croydon park
A man was brutally attacked and left unconscious on a path near a Croydon park, sparking a police investigation. Witnesses describe a harrowing scene as emergency services rushed to aid the victim.
Croydon carjackers jailed after BMW police chase
Two men from Croydon have been sentenced to prison for a violent carjacking and high-speed police pursuit across London.
Children's author Allan Ahlberg dies aged 85
Renowned children's author Allan Ahlberg, best known for classics like 'Each Peach Pear Plum' and 'The Jolly Postman', has died at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of cherished stories.
Sinkhole dooms beloved Croydon nightclub
A massive sinkhole has forced the sudden closure of a cherished Croydon nightclub, leaving the community in shock. Structural engineers assess the damage as fears grow over the building's future.
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