Shop forced to close after illegal vapes and cigarettes raid
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
Police in Tipton have seized 200 cannabis plants and arrested a 37-year-old man after raiding an industrial unit. The drugs bust followed a tip-off. Report concerns via 101.
West Midlands Police uncover one of its largest ever cannabis farms in Lozells, seizing 9,488 plants and arresting five men. The factory was a central supply hub for the region.
West Midlands Police raid one of Birmingham's biggest cannabis farms, seizing 9,488 plants and arresting five men. A major supply network has been disrupted.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested in a Midlands village after police uncovered drugs, an offensive weapon, and counterfeit currency. Read the full details of the police operation.
Five men sentenced to 72 years for a terrifying daylight ram-raid on a Birmingham jewellers. They must repay £250k or face more prison time. Read the full story.
Six individuals aged 18-23 appear in court charged with County Lines drug offences following a police operation. Cash and suspected Class A drugs were seized.
West Midlands Police are seeking a man after an 80-year-old woman had her purse, containing cash and a bank card, stolen on Birmingham New Road. Contact police with information.
A children's football coach has been permanently removed after posting an apparent drugs menu in a coaches' WhatsApp group. Discover how the club is responding.
Ali Hussain transported 20 kilos of heroin from Birmingham to Leeds. Police are now hunting two more men in connection with the drug dealing operation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves could slash ISA allowances from £20,000 to £10,000, exposing millions to tax bills. Act now to protect your savings before November 26 budget.
A 29-year-old woman has been arrested in Aston, Birmingham, on suspicion of terrorism offences including encouragement of terrorism. She remains in police custody.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves plans a Budget tax raid on pension salary sacrifice, potentially raising £4bn. Critics warn it will hit ordinary workers' retirement savings. Read the full analysis.
Daanish Bhatti jailed for 6+ years after police found a hidden car key leading to a £30,000 drugs haul. He exploited vulnerable people across Derby. Report suspicious activity.
Sue Harley from Kings Heath defies incurable blood cancer through innovative drug talquetamab after years of misdiagnosis. Discover how this NHS-approved treatment is transforming lives.
Keane Carter, 25, has been charged with firearm possession after a 'live and viable' shotgun was discovered during a police raid in Chelmsley Wood. A 24-year-old woman was bailed.
Five men convicted for a terrifying daylight ram-raid on a Birmingham jewellery shop have been ordered to repay nearly £250,000. Discover the full story of the heist and its consequences.
Two Birmingham men are on the run after a £20m heroin shipment, concealed in pomegranate juice, was seized. Shamut Khan and Matiullah Zamankhel are wanted by the NCA. Contact authorities with information.
Singer Peter Andre opens up about his 'big fear' as a parent following the suspected drug-related death of 11-year-old Olivia Curley. Read his heartfelt warning.
A father and son avoided jail after smuggling £20m of heroin into Birmingham hidden in pomegranate juice. Two other suspects remain at large in this major NCA bust.
Sam Cox, 27, sentenced to 31 months for drug dealing. Police seized cocaine, cannabis and £4,599 cash during raid on his grandmother's Ashby home. Read the full story.
West Midlands Police uncovered a shotgun, imitation firearms, Class A drugs and illegal alcohol during coordinated raids in Digbeth. Four arrests made in city-wide crackdown.
A shotgun and 13 rounds of ammunition were discovered by police during a raid on a property in Pendrell Close, Chelmsley Wood. A man and woman have been arrested. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Thomas White, 30, sentenced to four-and-a-half years for his role in a cocaine supply network in Cannock. Discover how police dismantled the organised crime group.
Robert Hacking, 36, has been sentenced to six years for running a county lines operation supplying heroin, crack cocaine and monkey dust in Telford. Read the full court details.
West Midlands Police discovered a cannabis farm with over 50 plants in Solihull. The operation involved bypassed electricity. Call 101 with information.
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Erdington after police discovered 2kg of cannabis hidden in bags during a warrant. The suspect has been bailed as enquiries continue.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has abandoned plans to increase income tax, breaking from speculation. Discover the full details of the upcoming Budget and its impact on your finances.
West Midlands Police arrested a man in his 30s after discovering Class A drugs and a machete during a stop of a suspected stolen vehicle on Sutton Road. Read the full update.
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Bartley Green on suspicion of terrorism offences, including disseminating materials and possession for terrorist purposes. Report suspicious activity to police.