A murder investigation is underway after a man in his 40s was found dead at a flat in Syston, Leicestershire. A 49-year-old man is in custody. Police say the victim and suspect were known to each other.
West Mercia Police are appealing for witnesses after a 19-year-old man suffered an eye injury in an assault at the Slug and Lettuce bar in Bromsgrove on December 13. Officers have released an image of a person they wish to identify.
Comedian Russell Brand, 50, faces two new charges of rape and sexual assault relating to alleged 2009 offences. He will appear in court on January 20. Read the latest updates.
A woman suffered serious head and neck injuries in a late-night assault on Merridale Road, Wolverhampton. Police are appealing for witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage. Call 101 with information.
A sixth suspect is arrested over a serious assault in Leicester city centre that left a man in his 20s with critical head injuries. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
West Midlands Police have added new suspects to their most wanted list, including individuals sought for serious assault and burglary. The public is urged to call 999 immediately with information.
A man in his 20s was seriously injured in an assault outside The Station Hotel in Wellington, Telford. Police are searching for a heavy-built suspect wearing a distinctive Christmas jumper. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Mohammed Nadim, 45, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a vulnerable 16-year-old girl in a friend's BMW. He denied wrongdoing, claiming 'the girl was picked up by bredrin'.
Jamie Henderson-Jones, 26, sentenced for fracturing PC's eye socket in a violent assault in Shropshire. Read the full court details and police statement.
Gregory Pichery, a former dance teacher, has been sentenced to four years in prison for sexually assaulting male students. The offences occurred between 2004 and 2019. Police urge other potential victims to come forward.
A 49-year-old man had a substance thrown in his face and a 44-year-old man was stabbed in a targeted morning assault in Ferryhill, County Durham. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Kieran Hayler, ex-husband of Katie Price, has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape and one of sexual assault. The alleged offences date back to 2016. Get the latest court updates.
Jayke Pender-Lovatt, 32, has been sentenced for a brutal assault in Burslem that caused life-changing injuries. The victim lost sight in one eye after the attack.
Daniel Black, 37, has been sentenced to seven years for rape in Nuneaton. Warwickshire Police praised the victim's bravery. Read the full court details.
Leo Sproson, 16, from Bromsgrove, gets a match for a lifesaving stem cell transplant after a community drive. Discover how you could help save a life by registering as a donor.
Stoney Hill in Bromsgrove and Monkspath North in Solihull have been ranked in The Telegraph's top 10 best places to live in England for 2026, based on low deprivation scores. Discover what makes these neighbourhoods so desirable.
Dyfed-Powys Police arrest an 18-year-old man after a woman was allegedly raped in a nightclub toilet in Saundersfoot. Witnesses urged to come forward.
A man was assaulted by five masked men on motorbikes while walking his dogs in Stourport-on-Severn. Police are appealing for witnesses to the shocking midday attack.
A three-year-old girl was among 21 people injured in a pepper spray assault at Heathrow's Terminal 3 car park. Police have arrested a 31-year-old man. Get the latest updates.
A man in his 20s is in a critical but stable condition after an attack on Horsefair Street. Police have made three arrests and are appealing for witnesses and further suspects to come forward.
A group assault with pepper spray at Heathrow's Terminal 3 car park left 21 needing treatment. Police confirm it's not terrorism. Read the latest updates.
A man in his 20s is in a critical condition after a serious assault in Leicester. Police have made three arrests and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
The Prince of Wales in West Bromwich could be permanently shut down after door staff used 'excessive force' and a weapon in a violent incident. Read the full story and the upcoming council decision.
An American-style cowboy bar on Bromsgrove High Street has closed its doors after just 12 months. Owner Lee Rushton cites lack of support and awareness for the closure of his 'dream' venture. Read the full story.
Nathaniel Spencer, 38, faces charges including assault of children under 13. The alleged offences occurred at two Midlands NHS hospitals. Read the full details.
A man in his 30s was rushed to hospital after a serious assault outside a McDonald's in Nuneaton. Police have arrested a 38-year-old and seek a key witness cyclist. Read the latest.
A man and his carer were assaulted in Birmingham city centre. The victim, a regular at the German Market, now says he is too afraid to visit this Christmas. Read his story.
A Birmingham bar and music venue has had its licence suspended after a violent incident involving weapons left two men injured. Police are appealing for witnesses.
A former Birmingham doctor faces 45 charges, including sexual assault of a child, linked to his work at two NHS hospitals. Dedicated helplines are now open for concerned patients.
Mirza Begg, 34, has been sentenced to 12 years for raping and assaulting an 18-year-old woman he met on a flatmate-finder app in Birmingham. Read the full court details.