2026 - Week 22

Hello Custom House,

I hope you've all had a good week. Let's take a look at what has been happening across the streets of Custom House over the past week.

Public Order / Road Rage

01/06/2026 – A minor disagreement involving an impatient driver on Hammersley Road escalated, resulting in a punch being thrown on Fife Road. The assault is currently under investigation.

29/05/2026 – At approximately 12pm on Freemasons Road, an elderly woman made threats towards a 14-year-old girl after the two crossed paths. Enquiries are ongoing.

Burglary

01/06/2026 – An e-bike was stolen from a communal area in Normandy Terrace.

Criminal Damage

30/05/2026 – During the night, an unknown suspect smashed the window of a vehicle parked on Tollgate Road. At present, there appears to be no obvious motive.

30/05/2026 - A group of girls repeatedly kicked the front door of a property on King George Avenue, causing damage. The girls were identified, and their parents have been spoken to. No criminal proceedings are being pursued… Unless of course, their behaviour persists.

Robbery

29/05/2026 – Shortly after midnight, near Custom House DLR Station, a gold chain was snatched from a man's neck while he was walking home. The victim sustained a minor scratch to his neck during the incident.

29/05/2026 – At approximately 11pm on Prince Regent Lane, a 16-year-old boy was approached by two males who appeared to have knives tucked into their trousers and was forced to hand over his bag.

Theft from a Vehicle

28/05/2026 – On Fords Park Road, the owner of a van unfortunately left a window open with a bag visible inside. Upon returning to the vehicle, they discovered the bag had been stolen.

31/05/2026 – Number plates were stolen from a vehicle parked on Varley Road.

In Other News

Catalytic Converters are being stolen from the Car Parks in Beckton. Park near CCTV when you can and keep your eyes open for car-jacks and suspicious behaviour. 

As always, please keep valuables out of sight when walking, particularly after dark. 

Until next week,

Be Good, Have Fun, Stay Safe

Custom House Neighbourhood Policing Team

Fun Fact

Under Section 60 of the Metropolitan Police Act, it is an offence to shake or beat a rug or carpet on a public thoroughfare in London. However, you may shake a doormat…but only before 8am!