Son slashes dad in jail in first-ever meeting
Lee Spence, 25, launched a premeditated attack on his father John in HMP Perth, leaving a wound needing 40 stitches. He was given an extended sentence.
Lee Spence, 25, launched a premeditated attack on his father John in HMP Perth, leaving a wound needing 40 stitches. He was given an extended sentence.
Jonty Bravery, serving life for throwing a boy from Tate Modern, is sentenced for assaulting nurses at Broadmoor Hospital. Read the full court details.
The trial begins for two men accused of murdering Craig 'Yankee' Dean in Kings Heath. Follow the latest court updates from Birmingham Crown Court.
A man in his 20s has been arrested after attacking staff and patients with a crowbar at Newton Community Hospital. Five people were injured. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Actor Joe Absolom departs Emmerdale after a harrowing modern slavery plot. His final scenes, filmed in November, will air in early 2026. Read the full story here.
A 15-year-old boy was wounded in a zombie knife attack near Upper Well Street, Coventry, in November. Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses.
Australian police release new details on the Bondi Beach attackers' preparations. The tragedy prompts NSW's toughest gun laws and new radicalisation offences. Read the full investigation.
A new image of Sajid Akram, the Bondi Beach gunman, is released. His family claim they were unaware of his radicalisation. Read the latest on the Sydney terror attack investigation.
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.
Australian police confirm the Bondi terror attack that killed 15 was inspired by Islamic State. IEDs and homemade flags found. Latest updates and official response.
Amar Khan jailed for 13 years for a premeditated attack in Walsall where victims were shot and slashed. The group's total sentences exceed 130 years. Read the full report.
Police are appealing for witnesses after a 17-year-old was stabbed with a machete at Merry Hill shopping centre on Black Friday. A 16-year-old suspect has been bailed.
Neena Chauhan ignored early chest pains until the agony became crushing. Her story is a vital warning about heart attack symptoms and mental health recovery.
A family's pet poodle was killed by an unleashed XL Bully in Aylestone. The dog attack has left the community living in fear. Read the full story.
Neena Chauhan, 40, shares her story of surviving a heart attack at 27 after ignoring chest pains. She now supports the BHF's Christmas campaign for lifesaving research.
Jeremy Clarkson claims modern Britain makes hard graft 'pointless' for young people. He says he'd stay home if starting his career today. Read his controversial views.
A nine-year-old girl was severely injured in a dog attack in Erdington. Her mother has launched a fundraiser for therapy and legal costs as the search for the dog's owner continues.
A Smethwick couple has been sentenced for trafficking women and forcing them into prostitution, earning over £700k. One victim was malnourished to the point her bones were visible.
Five men arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal attack on Barbourne Road, Worcester, have been released on bail. Police continue to appeal for witnesses.
A murder investigation is underway after a man in his 30s died from injuries sustained in a street attack on Barbourne Road, Worcester. Five people have been arrested.
A man is in a critical condition after a serious assault on Barbourne Road, Worcester. Five men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Police are appealing for witnesses.
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.
Michael Wanless found guilty of attempting to rape a jogger in Eston. Brave neighbours intervened, chasing the attacker. Read the full court details.
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.
Lidl has submitted fresh plans to demolish its outdated Bilston store and build a modern supermarket with more parking and an improved product range. Read the latest updates.
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.
Birmingham rapper Omar Abdirizak, known as Twista Cheese, sentenced to over eight years for a flamethrower attack on a petrol station worker. His Instagram account posts updates.
Criminals are using relay attacks to hack keyless car fobs. Discover how to protect your vehicle with a Faraday wallet and other expert tips from Halfords.
A 50-year-old man is in custody after three houses were deliberately set on fire in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, leaving two teenagers and a woman in hospital. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A woman was hospitalised after a dog attack in Woodside, Telford. Police warn the Alsatian may pose a public danger. Call 01952 214610 with information.