Pensioner pushed off kerb in Smethwick: Police appeal
West Midlands Police release CCTV image after a man in his 70s was assaulted on Smethwick High Street. Call 101 with information. #CommunitySafety
West Midlands Police release CCTV image after a man in his 70s was assaulted on Smethwick High Street. Call 101 with information. #CommunitySafety
A married man accused of raping a 16-year-old runaway told Birmingham Crown Court it was 'obvious' she was interested in him. The trial continues as four men deny multiple offences.
A man was rushed to hospital with serious injuries after being assaulted by two men at a bus stop on Priory Queensway. Police have made an arrest and are appealing for witnesses.
A man was seriously assaulted by two men at a bus stop on Priory Queensway, Birmingham. Police are appealing for witnesses and information. Call 101 with ref 20/436796/25.
Plans submitted for Walsall's rooftop street food venue after council closure over safety. Over 100 jobs created. Decision expected January 2026.
West Midlands Police are seeking witnesses after a man and woman were assaulted during group trouble on Wheelers Lane, Billesley. Call 101 with information.
Lee Hampton, 50, crushed sleeping pills into flu tablets before raping woman while she slept. He has been sentenced to 24 years in prison. Read the full shocking details.
Andrew Behan killed his friend Francis Leitner following a 12-hour drinking session in Aston. The tragic incident was captured on CCTV. Read the full story.
Parry Bains, 26, has been sentenced to nine years for rape after recording his attack on a sleeping woman's phone. Derbyshire police commend victim's bravery.
An Afghan national has pleaded guilty to raping a teenage girl in a Birmingham park. The 21-year-old faces sentencing next month for the horrific attack.
Two men were left unconscious after a violent assault in a Bridgnorth alleyway near Ridley's On The River. Police are appealing for witnesses to the November 16th incident.
James Fletcher, 77, has been sentenced to eight years for rape and sexual assault of a woman and a child. Read the victims' powerful impact statements and learn about support available.
Labour MP Josh Newbury bravely shares his sexual assault experience from a decade ago during International Men's Day debate, calling for an end to victim stigma.
A police officer and paramedic were assaulted on Stratford Road after offering medical assistance. A 38-year-old man has been arrested. Read the full story.
National Grid invites Ogmore Valley communities to share views on connecting a new 25MW wind farm to South Wales' electricity network. Have your say until January 5, 2026.
A hospital worker in Wales has been told a prison sentence is 'inevitable' after being found guilty of sexually assaulting two vulnerable patients. Read the full court details.
Kieran Hayler, ex-husband of Katie Price, will stand trial at Lewes Crown Court in December charged with rape and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. Read the latest court developments.
Katie Price's ex-husband Kieran Hayler appears at Crawley court, charged with rape and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. He denies all allegations. Full story and support information.
West Midlands Police arrest man in his 20s after assault at Small Heath convenience store. Victim hospitalised with non-life-threatening head injury. Read the latest.
British Transport Police are urgently seeking a woman sexually assaulted at Birmingham New Street Station's Eastern Plaza on October 18. Witnesses urged to come forward.
A Telford man has been jailed and given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from specific shops after a spree of thefts and assaults on staff. Read the full story.
Parents urged to vaccinate children as a new, highly contagious H3N2 flu strain causes an unusually early and severe start to the flu season in the UK.
Ibrahim Ali, 36, received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting five women during treatments at a luxury Berkshire spa. Discover the full story and legal outcome.
A man was rushed to hospital after an assault on Lichfield Street in Wolverhampton city centre. Police are appealing for witnesses to the Saturday night incident.
The One Stockport Family Hubs app has surpassed 1,000 downloads, offering parents and carers expert advice and local support. Discover how this tool is building stronger communities.
Wayne Hassall, 59, has been sentenced to 28 months for a 2021 sexual assault on a girl at his Cheshire farm. He fled to the Philippines before being arrested at Manchester Airport. Read the full story.
Police release CCTV image after a bus driver was threatened, abused and spat at in Great Bridge. Incident occurred on September 13. Contact Sandwell Police with information.
A 30-year-old man is in custody after a primary school in Shirley was placed on lockdown and a staff member was assaulted at a Solihull bar. Get the latest updates.
A 40-year-old man has been arrested following two separate assaults in Birmingham where women were kicked. Police are continuing their investigation and appealing for witnesses.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of beloved grandfather Dennis Whiston, 73, in Tamworth. Police are appealing for witnesses.