Couple jailed for stealing from dying man in Dudley
A heartless Dudley couple stole a laptop, watch and cards from a man as he received CPR. Jason Pettit and Jodie Westwood are now behind bars. Read the full court report.
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Householder stabbed confronting robbers in Alvechurch shed
A householder was stabbed after confronting armed men who broke into his shed in Alvechurch during heavy snowfall. Police are appealing for witnesses and doorbell footage.
Barclays cuts mortgage rates in major Friday change
Barclays slashes purchase and remortgage rates from 9 January, joining HSBC and Halifax. Experts predict fierce lender competition in 2026. Read the latest.
Albanian gang behind 44 high-value burglaries arrested
An organised crime gang responsible for over 44 burglaries across the UK, stealing £1m in valuables, has been convicted. See how police tracked them down.
Primark Trainers Trap £1m Burglary Gang
A prolific burglary gang that plotted in a Birmingham coffee shop has been convicted after footprints from Primark trainers linked them to 44 raids across the UK. Read how police cracked the case.
Men admit Lidl burglary after fridge hiding arrest
Two men from Erdington have pleaded guilty to a burglary at a Birmingham Lidl, where police found one suspect hiding inside a refrigerator. Read the full story on BirminghamLive.
Man charged over violent burglary and assault in Brewood
A man has been charged with multiple offences, including GBH and burglary, after a violent incident in Brewood, Staffordshire. One victim suffered a head injury. Full details.
Motorbikes stolen from Grinch-themed Christmas display
Thieves caused £10k damage stealing motorbikes from a family garage's Christmas display near Wolverhampton. A £1,000 reward is offered. Police are investigating.
HSBC Confirms Major Mortgage Rate Cuts This Week
HSBC UK has announced a series of mortgage rate reductions impacting millions, with cuts of up to 0.18%. See the full list of new rates for remortgages, home movers, and first-time buyers.
Police warning after burglary and car crime spike in Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands Police report a concerning increase in break-ins and vehicle thefts in Sutton Coldfield. Officers are stepping up patrols and urging residents to secure properties and protect keyless cars.
Lock-breaking burglars target Redditch homes
West Mercia Police issue alert after homes in Kenneth Vincent Close and Dark Lane, Astwood Bank, are targeted by burglars using force to break locks. Officers appeal for witnesses.
Lock-breaking burglars target Worcestershire village homes
Police warn residents after two break-in attempts in Astwood Bank and Redditch. Intruders used force to break locks, targeting vehicles. Call 101 with information.
Savers urged to review accounts as best rates drop
UK households are urged to check savings accounts this week as leading fixed rates fall. Experts advise shopping around for inflation-beating deals from building societies and digital banks.
Man charged over Tipton burglary and dangerous driving
A man faces multiple charges after a burglary in Tipton where shutter doors were rammed and cable stolen. He was arrested following a dangerous police pursuit. Read the full details.
Luxury car thefts target peaceful Staffordshire villages
Staffordshire Police issue urgent warning after a series of burglaries and luxury car thefts in affluent areas like the Staffordshire Moorlands. Residents urged to secure homes and vehicles.
Inside UK's burglary hotspot where crooks steal kids' savings
Families in Birmingham's Edgbaston, the UK's burglary hotspot, reveal their trauma after break-ins. Crooks stole children's pocket money, shoes, and even ice cream. Read their stories.
Birmingham mum's terror after Edgbaston burglary
A Birmingham mother and daughter are left scared to stay after burglars raided their home in Edgbaston, stealing everything from jewellery to ice cream. Police appeal for information.
Boy, 14, charged with New Year's Day burglary spree
A 14-year-old boy faces multiple charges following a series of burglaries in Leamington and Warwick. Armed police stopped a stolen vehicle. Read the full details.
HSBC cuts mortgage rates, brokers predict rate war
HSBC announces sweeping reductions to residential and buy-to-let mortgage rates from January 5, 2026. Brokers welcome the move, predicting a potential rate war and deals below 3.5%. Read the latest.
Man arrested hiding in Lidl fridge after robbery
Two men arrested after a break-in at a Lidl in Erdington, Birmingham. One suspect was found hiding inside a supermarket refrigerator. Read the full story.
NatWest cuts interest rates for UK customers
NatWest informs customers of reduced savings interest rates, effective 19 January. The move follows the Bank of England's base rate decision. Learn what it means for your money.
CCTV Appeal After Halesowen Burglary Attempt
West Midlands Police are seeking to identify four men after an attempted break-in on Hagley Road, Halesowen, just before Christmas. Anyone with information is urged to contact officers.
Police warn burglars could return after failed Codsall break-in
Residents on a Codsall street are urged to be vigilant after an attempted burglary at 3.45am. Police warn the offenders may target another property. Stay alert.
Mortgage Rates to Fall Below 3.5% in 2026
UK mortgage rates are predicted to tumble, with sub-3.5% deals on the horizon as lenders compete. First-time buyers and those remortgaging could see major savings. Read the full analysis.
Coventry police appeal after distraction burglary
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a man posing as a gardener stole a handbag from a Coventry home on December 13. Can you help identify the suspect?
Mortgage shock for 4.5 million UK households
Nearly half of UK mortgage holders will see bills rise by £768 a year as fixed deals expire. The Bank of England warns of payment shocks despite recent rate cuts.
£12,000 e-bike stolen in Stourbridge smash-and-grab
Police are hunting three thieves caught on CCTV stealing a £12,000 S-Works e-bike from a garden shed in Stourbridge. Call 101 with info.
Dudley man in court over Christmas Eve burglary charge
Alan Davies, 33, of Pensnett, appears at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court charged with burglary and theft from a vulnerable victim in Gornal Wood. Police issue urgent distraction burglary warning.
Knifeman jailed after terrifying students in 3.30am burglary
A homeless burglar who woke two students by standing over their bed with a knife has been jailed for 45 months. Read the full story of the terrifying Staffordshire incident.
Grindr burglars jailed for targeting men in London
Two men used Grindr to target victims, stealing phones and passwords in a series of London burglaries. Read how police secured convictions.
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