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Roy Chacko

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Roy covers all things news across the borough of Redbridge for the Ilford Recorder, as well as occasionally covering stories for the Romford Recorder. He is an American ex-pat who is obsessed with movies, TV, theatre and food. Got a story - get in touch at roy.chacko@archant.co.uk or call 07860 537954.

Woodford Green raids

Crime

Two men charged in connection with people smuggling probe

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Woodford Green raids

Crime | Video

Seven arrests made as part of probe into alleged people smuggling ring

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A woman walks past the shops in Porthcawl, Wales, during a heavy downpour. Picture date: Saturday Ma

London Weather

What's the weather in east London on the final weekend before May 17?

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The rabbi was attacked in Amhurst Park on Friday night. Picture: Met Police

Metropolitan Police

Pedestrian struck by motorcycle in critical condition following Stepney...

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A Central East Area police officer, including a number of people from Redbridge and Stratford have been jailed.

Crime

Ex-police officer among group jailed for £850k intercept from rival gangs

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Tahir Khan and Dabirul Choudhury and Sadiq Khan launched the global walking challenge Walk With Dabirul.

Charity | Video

Clayhall teen joins Bow fundraiser, 101, at global walk challenge launch

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Police arrested four people this morning after raids at addresses in Redbridge and Havering. Picture

Crime

Nine women charged following Canary Wharf protest

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Macmillan Cancer Support bus and team. Picture: Glyn Collins

Health

East London cancer patients urged not to suffer in silence

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Have you seen John, 52, missing from Ilford since January 7?

People

Have you seen this 52-year-old man missing from Ilford?

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East Londoners are advised to plan ahead for journeys throughout festive period as TfL Rail has planned closures for...

Travel

East Londoners advised to plan ahead for journeys throughout festive period

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