Another death at HMP Wandsworth as ombudsman opens 27th investigation
Third in-custody death since governor appointed to reform crisis-hit jail in 2024.
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National auditors confirm prison drug crisis as drones exploit broken security – Wandsworth awaits £100m
Government underspent £72m on security and maintenance as half of all prisoners face drug problems.
The police raided it with a helicopter and dogs – now they want The Angel pub shut
Licensing committee faces choice between police allegations of drug dealing and community petition.
Prison escapee who bit police officers jailed for 26 weeks
Kaddour-Cherif's mistaken release from HMP Wandsworth triggered nationwide manhunt.
Wandsworth Council seeks eviction of Fownes Street tenant as resident forced to flee
Fresh breaches of court injunction documented within days of partner's prison release.
Three arrested after Wandsworth Prison drone smuggling attempt thwarted
Police intercept suspected contraband delivery in early morning operation.
Police admit they ‘usually cannot catch’ car break-in criminals in Putney
Officers say overnight thefts leave 12-hour CCTV window that's 'impractical' to check.
Putney shoplifting arrest as police tackle crime surge
Man with extensive criminal record detained by Thamesfield officers after targeting women's clothing.
Watchdog ‘very concerned’ over Wandsworth Prison’s failure to keep suicidal prisoner safe
Sebastião Lucas, 34, took his own life just two days after arriving at HMP Wandsworth despite clear warnings.
Major emergency response at Putney Pier following reports of body recovered from Thames
Multiple ambulances, fire engines and police boat deployed as pier closed due to "emergency".