Woman arrested over TikTok street race in Birmingham
Police disrupt a New Year's Eve street race organised via TikTok in Small Heath. A 21-year-old woman is arrested as part of Operation Hercules. Learn more about the High Court ban.
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Drug dealer jailed after dropping heroin and crack in Cannock
Troydne Grizzle, 26, was sentenced to 2 years 9 months for intent to supply heroin and crack cocaine after a chase in Bridgtown. Police seized drugs and cash.
Lympne Airfield's Close Call in 1940 German Invasion Plan
Declassified plans reveal Lympne Airfield was the primary target for Nazi paratroopers in Operation Sealion. Discover why the 1940 German invasion of Britain failed and the critical weaknesses that saved Kent. Read the full story.
Girl, 6, hit by quad bike in Telford playing fields
A six-year-old girl was taken to hospital after being struck by a quad bike ridden by two men in Stirchley, Telford. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred on Friday afternoon.
Caerphilly's Christmas appeals raise £40k for community
Caerphilly Council's 2025 Operation Santa and Festive Foodbank Appeals raised more than £40,000, supporting local families. Discover how businesses and residents showed incredible generosity.
Midlands drug gang jailed for over 15 years
Ringleaders of a county lines gang that exploited children to deal heroin and crack cocaine across the Midlands have been sentenced. The 'Trooper Line' was run from prison. Report drug dealing in your area.
Birmingham pub attackers face jail for bottle assault
Omar Clarke and Herbert Palmer admitted GBH after attacking a man with glass bottles on Erdington High Street. They will be sentenced in March. Read the full court details.
Ex-DWP manager fined for illegal tobacco business
A Department for Work and Pensions manager from Anglesey has been sentenced for running a fraudulent tobacco operation. Discover the full story and the court's ruling.
Two arrested in Small Heath after weapons and drugs haul
Two men were arrested in Small Heath, Birmingham, after police found a knife, knuckle duster, drugs and cash. The discovery followed a public tip-off about suspicious behaviour on Grove Cottage Road.
Scores arrested in Birmingham overnight police operation
West Midlands Police made multiple arrests in Birmingham overnight following a series of incidents, including a stolen car pursuit. The force vows to tackle crime in the New Year.
Walsall taxi op finds illegal 'ghost plates' and tints
A joint enforcement operation in Walsall town centre checked 16 taxis, uncovering illegal 'ghost plates', window tints and a bald tyre. Half failed checks, with immediate action taken to protect public safety.
Man charged with knife possession and illegal e-bike in Sutton Coldfield
A 21-year-old Sutton Coldfield man faces charges after a police stop uncovered a knife and an illegally modified e-bike. He is due in court later this month. Read the full details.
Nicolas Maduro arrested in US special forces operation
Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro captured in daring raid, paraded through DEA HQ. Facing narco-terrorism charges in New York. Read the full story.
Nicolas Maduro arrested, paraded through DEA HQ in New York
Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was captured on camera grinning and greeting officers during his arrest procession in Manhattan. Read the full details of the dramatic US special forces operation.
Wes Nelson to have surgery after football injury
Love Island star Wes Nelson, 27, will undergo an operation on New Year's Eve to reattach his Achilles tendon following a painful football accident. Get the latest update.
Antiques Dealer Missing After Christmas Day Swim
Matthew Upham, 63, is missing after a stormy Christmas Day swim in Budleigh Salterton. Emergency services launched a major rescue operation. Read the latest.
Trump Announces Christmas Strikes on ISIS in Nigeria
US President Donald Trump announces deadly military strikes against ISIS in Northwest Nigeria on Christmas Day, citing attacks on Christians. Read the full details.
Police seize £1.5m monkey dust from van in Longton
Staffordshire Police seize 25kg of synthetic drug monkey dust worth £1.5m from a van in Longton. Major organised crime unit makes significant bust as part of Operation Rivent.
Careless Rugby driver given nine points after dash-cam footage
A 52-year-old driver from Rugby was fined and given nine penalty points after a dangerous overtake was captured on dash-cam. Warwickshire Police urge the public to submit footage via Operation Snap.
Erdington Crime Crackdown: 10 Arrests, 20 Vehicles Seized
West Midlands Police's Operation Skybridge team has made a major impact in Erdington, making 10 arrests and seizing over 20 vehicles. Discover how proactive policing is tackling burglary and drug crime.
Ten arrests in Erdington crime crackdown
West Midlands Police made ten arrests and seized over 20 vehicles in Erdington as part of Operation Skybridge. 19 charges were brought following the proactive operation.
One Stop fined £52k over illicit tobacco and vapes
A One Stop shop in Wolverhampton has been hit with a £52,000 penalty after illicit cigarettes and vapes were sold and found hidden under a bed. Read the full investigation details.
Police Christmas crackdown in Sutton Coldfield makes arrests
West Midlands Police's proactive team makes multiple arrests in Sutton Coldfield for burglary, robbery, and drug offences ahead of Christmas. Read the latest on the operation.
22 cars stopped in Birmingham police road safety op
West Midlands Police stopped 22 vehicles in a Birmingham city centre road safety operation. Ten had illegally tinted windows, two were stolen, and four had no insurance. Read the full details.
Major haul of illegal tobacco and fakes seized in Wolverhampton
Trading standards and police seized over 54,000 cigarettes and fake perfumes in Wolverhampton raids. Action is now being taken against the businesses involved. Read the full update.
Second man charged over Smethwick shooting
A 22-year-old man appears in court charged over a shooting in Smethwick that left a man seriously injured. Read the latest on the police investigation and charges.
Car Theft Surge in Streetly Prompts New Police Tactic
West Midlands Police deploy new high-visibility patrols in Streetly, Sutton Coldfield, following a sharp rise in vehicle thefts from driveways. Officers urge residents to stay vigilant.
Drug dealer jailed after fleeing police in Tamworth
Dennis Lycett, 39, is behind bars for supplying heroin and crack cocaine in Tamworth. Police seized drugs and cash after a chase in Amington.
Major Birmingham police op: 22 arrests, 68 fines
Over 150 officers deployed in Birmingham city centre for Operation Advance, making 22 arrests and issuing 68 fines. Police reassure public ahead of festive period.
Seven men jailed for 48 years in Staffordshire drugs bust
A gang of seven men have been sentenced to a combined 48 years for supplying vast quantities of cocaine and heroin across Staffordshire. Read the full details of the police operation.
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