Robbery arrests on 13/01/2026

I wanted to provide you an update regarding robbery, which some members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey.

The Royal Victoria SNT Team attended a call on 13/01/2026 at 2000HRS on PONTOON DOCK DLR Station where courageous residents had detained a male who attempted to snatch a mobile phone. The individual detained had been arrested and charged for the offence. There were a further two arrests made in connection with the theft, the two males were no further actioned.

The team continues to patrol the area and surrounding areas. With the help and support of yourselves as residents, reporting these incidents has been a tremendous help in identifying key areas for us to focus our daily patrols. Some of which include BRADFIELD ROAD E16 and LYLE PARK E16 where, within the last two weeks several positive stop and searches for possession of drugs have been made as well as an arrest for possession of class A drugs.

We appreciate your continued support in keeping the area safe. Please report any incidents of drugs misuse or anti-social behaviour directly to either 101 or the online reporting system.

We will continue to tackle robbery in your local area. While we are investigating and arresting those responsible, please consider following the below advice to keep yourself and your property safe:  

• Do not leave your phone, tablet or other digital goods unattended, out of sight or on a table.  

• Be aware of your surroundings and only use your phone when it is safe to do so. 

• Put your phone away when you have finished using it.  

• Secure your phone by choosing a strong pin or password 

• Keep a note of your IMEU number (to access, type *#06# on your phone keypad) 

• Plan your route, especially if you are going somewhere you have not been before. Keep to busy, well-lit streets and walkways. Move with purpose and appear confident.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it 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.  

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.

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