Local Burglary Update::: Arrest by Kingston Gate & Coombe Hill officers

Local Burglary Update::: Arrest by Kingston Gate & Coombe Hill officers

Here’s an update on burglary locally.

On TUESDAY 18th AUGUST 2026, Coombe Hill & Kingston Gate officers had almost finished their shift when they located a wanted burglar.

It was the previous day that Town Centre officers were looking for him on the ward of Kingston Gate ward and so with local police knowledge, we knew it wouldn't be long until we made an arrest.

If you want burglary prevention advice and would benefit from a home survey, please do reply to this message to speak with a member of the team.

Across London, we’re now arresting more than 1,000 extra criminals every month and seeing local crimes like burglary, robbery and theft start to fall, with ‘neighbourhood crime’ down 14%.

While we will continue to pursue burglars in the area, there are steps you can do to help keep your property safe. Please go to our website to find the latest advice and guidance on keeping yourself safe and protecting your home.

You can report an incident of burglary by using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk , speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.

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