Chris Mitchell

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

There has been a noticeable increase in police presence in Harrow Town Centre this week as part of a wider operation by the local policing team, known as Op Glaciora. Officers have been carrying out high-visibility patrols throughout the town, with support from the Mounted Branch and Dog Support Unit. As part of the operation, two individuals were arrested for shoplifting in the town centre. Additionally, officers with local knowledge managed to arrest a prolific shoplifter earlier in the week.

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Police are appealing for more victims to come forward after a series of burglaries, thefts and fraud offences allegedly linked to the dating app Grindr – with two men from Harrow arrested as part of the investigation. The Met Police said around 50 offences have taken place between October 2024 and March 2025 across London. Victims were allegedly targeted through the Grindr app, with some crimes happening inside their homes.

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Kenton Lane was closed for around four and a half hours following a serious collision late last night (Tuesday 15 April). The incident, which involved a car and a motorbike, happened near the junction with Hartford Avenue. Images and footage sent to Harrow Online show a large stretch of the road cordoned off as emergency services responded.

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

A man from Hayes has been banned from owning animals for three years after he was filmed mistreating his dog in North West London. Ceetal Mattoo, 43, of Woodhouse Close, Hayes, pleaded guilty to failing to ensure the needs of a female bulldog called Poppy were met, contrary to the Animal Welfare Act 2006. He was sentenced at Uxbridge Magistrates’ Court on March 20. As well as the disqualification, Mattoo was given a 12-month community order and must complete 80 hours of unpaid work.

1 week ago | harrowonline.org | Chris Mitchell

Northwick Park Hospital’s Maternity Unit has been given a clean bill of health by the Maternity Safety Support Programme, marking a significant milestone for the team. The unit was added to the national programme four years ago after a Care Quality Commission (CQC) report highlighted the need for major improvements. Since then, staff have worked closely with the National Maternity Safety Programme to improve care for the 3,700 births supported by the unit each year.