Birmingham's top crime hotspots named in new data
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous postcodes for violent and sexual offences. See the full list and police response to the city's crime wave.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous postcodes for violent and sexual offences. See the full list and police response to the city's crime wave.
Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie discuss the making of Heated Rivalry's explicit scenes, revealing 'no boundaries' and close friendship. Discover how they brought the book to life.
Anthony Lanchester, 20, has been detained for six-and-a-half years for raping a boy in a park and sexually assaulting a second teenager. Read the full court report and victim impact statements.
Mark Bardell, 36, has been sentenced to seven years for rape. Staffordshire Police commended the survivor's 'tremendous bravery' in coming forward. Read the full story.
A self-proclaimed satanist actor who claimed he made a pact with a devil has been jailed for 23 months for possessing extreme right-wing terrorist material. Read the full details of the shocking case.
William Preece has been sentenced to 17 years for raping a child he befriended online. Staffordshire Police urge survivors to come forward.
Alexandru Emilian Muresan, 32, has been sentenced to eight years for attempted rape and sexual assault in Bournemouth. The victim's bravery helped secure the conviction.
Ryan Whatley claimed he saved indecent images as 'evidence' but his story was dismissed in court. He received a community order and must sign the sex offenders register. Read the full details.
A 'tight-knit' Solihull community helped shut down Dragon Phoenix Massage after reporting suspicious activity and women trafficking. Read how residents took action.
New DVLA data reveals a 12% surge in driving offences, with motorists aged 35-44 most at risk of losing their licences. Learn how to avoid fines and disqualification.
West Midlands Police seized 66 uninsured vehicles, including a Bentley, and made nine arrests during a major 24-hour road safety operation. Discover the full results of the crackdown.
A Solihull massage parlour, Dragon Phoenix, has been shut down by court order after police found evidence of illegal sex work and exploitation of Chinese women. Read the full investigation details.
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.
Joshua Checksfield, 23, imprisoned for 18 months after breaching Sexual Harm Prevention Order for fourth time. Police discovered hidden mobile phone during unannounced visit.
Andrew Murray, 31, sent a sexually explicit video to a 13-year-old girl after a random phone call. He was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison. Read the full story.
Zhong Wang, 44, from Erdington, has pleaded guilty to running two brothels in Birmingham after police found a hoard of evidence. He will be sentenced next year.
A notorious Solihull massage parlour has been closed after police uncovered evidence of exploitation and sex trafficking. Discover the full story and the court's ruling.
West Midlands Police warn drivers as roadside checks target uninsured vehicles and 'Fatal Four' offences. Get insured or face prosecution and vehicle seizure.
A sex worker and her husband from Peterborough have been sentenced for a blackmail plot where they threatened to expose clients to their partners. Read the full story.
Daniel Smith, 45, has been found guilty of rape and sexual assault in Wiltshire. He was remanded into custody and will be sentenced in January. Read the full story.
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.
Fleet fines have surged across the UK, driven by new Clean Air Zones and AI enforcement. Private parking remains the top offence. Discover how businesses are coping.
A spate of stabbings has shaken Birmingham, with two fatalities. Exclusive data reveals weapon possession offences in the city are over three times the national average. Read the full report.
Chelsea Jones, 25, speaks out after spotting her childhood rapist working as a binman outside her Stoke-on-Trent home. She demands better protection for victims.
Former Met Police officer David Carrick receives his 37th life sentence for historic sex offences, including rapes and child abuse spanning over 30 years. Victims show courage.
Tracy Hovell, who claimed to be the UK's best Labradoodle breeder, has been banned from owning animals for five years after being convicted of animal welfare offences. Read the full story.
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.
Reaz Dixon, 20, has been sentenced to 15 years for a Telford rape. Police commend the victim's bravery and urge others to report sexual offences.
One in four UK drivers misuse hazard lights, often to say thanks, risking fines up to £5,000. Expert advice on correct light usage and winter car checks to stay safe and legal.
Niall Griffiths, a registered sex offender, admitted failing to notify police of his 'Horny Master' online alias. Discover the details of his breach and sentencing.