Category Archives: Dave Stringer

‘Some sightings’ reported in search for missing Owami Davies

Posted on August 19, 2022 by insidecroydon

The appeal for information about the whereabouts of Owami Davies, the student nurse who was last seen in West Croydon in early July, has seen some members of the public come forward with potential sightings. The search now involves two … Continue reading →

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Perry’s PSPO will just move ‘problems’ out of town centre

Posted on August 5, 2022 by insidecroydon

Dressed up as a ‘war on anti-social behaviour’ and used as an excuse for clearing the streets of drinkers, the latest proposals will allow the cash-strapped council to issue money-making fines for often trivial offences. By our Town Hall reporter, … Continue reading →

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The Tories’ record on policing numbers does not add up

Posted on April 27, 2022 by insidecroydon

Crime is an important issue in Croydon’s council and Mayoral elections. Or at least it should be. ANDREW FISHER polices the claims of the competing camps, and adds some essential context Policing matters. The amount of violent crime is higher … Continue reading →

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Met Police’s Town Centre Team has started its new beat

Posted on December 6, 2021 by insidecroydon

Extra police officers were out on the streets of central Croydon today, as the Metropolitan Police launched the first set of “Town Centre Teams” to try to reduce levels of crime. The Croydon team comprises of one inspector, two sergeants … Continue reading →

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Parents of fire-bomb attacker feared terror-style ‘mass killing’

Posted on June 18, 2021 by insidecroydon

EXCLUSIVE: Owner of business at the centre of terrifying petrol bomb assault claims police failed to act despite repeated threats. By STEVEN DOWNES The man arrested by an armed police operation after a fire-bomb attack against business premises on Beddington … Continue reading →

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25 arrests made in South Norwood in police dawn raid

Posted on September 19, 2019 by insidecroydon

The police made 25 arrests in early morning raids yesterday on what the Met described as “seven commercial premises” along South Norwood High Street and Portland Road, “targeting those believed to be involved in gang activity, drug supply and violence”, … Continue reading →

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