DVLA bans 402 number plates for 2026
The DVLA has banned over 400 potentially offensive number plate combinations for 2026. See the full list of prohibited registrations and the reasons behind the crackdown.
Category : Search result: offensive weapons
Off-duty officer sacked for offensive language
A Nottinghamshire Police officer was dismissed after using discriminatory language while reporting a concern for a woman's safety. Read the full details of the misconduct hearing.
Birmingham man's deadly weapons stash uncovered
A Birmingham man has been sentenced after police discovered a huge weapons cache, including 50 knives and a 3D-printed firearm. Read the full shocking details of the case.
70 Arrests in West Midlands Knife Crime Crackdown
West Midlands Police's expanded Project Guardian Taskforce has made over 70 arrests and seized nearly 70 weapons in a major crackdown on knife crime and serious youth violence.
Birmingham knife crime: Weapons offences triple national rate
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.
Ex-Cricketer Gordon Charged Over Stolen Car and Machete
Former Warwickshire bowler Recordo Gordon, 34, faces charges of theft of a motor vehicle and possession of an offensive weapon after police stop in Erdington. Read the full details.
Telford man charged with attempted murder
Abubakar Saleem, 21, from Telford faces attempted murder and weapon charges following a Saturday evening incident. He has appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court.
Boy, 14, arrested after police seize ninja sword
A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Kings Norton on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon and Class-B drugs after a police chase. Read more on this Birmingham incident.
Lawyer: Common items could mean prison
A leading criminal defence solicitor reveals how carrying common household items could result in serious weapons charges under UK law, even without criminal intent.
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