Banned driver jailed for 70mph chase in 20mph zone
Ryan Simon, 33, has been imprisoned for 18 months after a dangerous police pursuit in a stolen car through Port Talbot. Read the full details of the shocking case.
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West Midlands Police Apologise for Israeli Fan Ban Errors
West Midlands Police apologises after a 'devastating' report criticises its handling of the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban. The Home Secretary has declared 'no confidence' in the chief constable.
Man jailed for nine years after Edinburgh shooting
Nicky Robertson, 39, has been sentenced to nine years for firing a Glock handgun into a former friend's home in Edinburgh. Read the full court details and police investigation.
19-year-old stabbed to death in Acocks Green
A murder investigation is underway after Chris Ikouara, 19, was fatally stabbed in Olton Boulevard East, Acocks Green. Police appeal for witnesses and information.
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Former Priest Convicted of Historic Child Sex Assault
Alexander Bede Walsh, 72, already serving 22 years, found guilty of indecent assault on a boy at a Stoke-on-Trent church in the 1980s. Police urge survivors to come forward.
£100k in fake £20 notes found in Kidderminster raid
West Mercia Police discovered £100,000 in counterfeit £20 notes at a Midlands property following an eBay investigation. Public urged to check banknotes for security features.
Birmingham police hunt killer after teen stabbed in Acocks Green
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after 19-year-old Chris Ikouara was fatally stabbed in Olton Boulevard East, Acocks Green. Detectives have worked through the night on the murder investigation.
MP Claims 'Witch Hunt' Against West Midlands Police Chief
Birmingham MP Ayoub Khan accuses critics of a 'witch hunt' against Chief Constable Craig Guildford over the Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban, saying the decision was based on public safety. Read the latest.
Arrest after fatal Birmingham crash that prompted £20k reward
A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving following a fatal collision in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, last August. Police continue to appeal for witnesses.
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Defra rejects petition to reform banned dog breed list
The government has rejected calls to reform the Dangerous Dogs Act, prioritising public safety. Learn about the banned breeds, the XL Bully addition, and the legal consequences for owners.
Calls for lifetime driving bans for killer drivers
Labour is being urged to consider lifetime driving bans for drink and drug drivers who kill. A legal expert argues for a new 'presumption' of bans to prevent tragedies.
Birmingham Murder Probe: Killer Still at Large
A murder investigation is underway in Acocks Green, Birmingham, after a man died from stab wounds. Police are searching for the attacker and urge witnesses to come forward.
15-year sentences for pair after pensioner dies in failed robbery
Two men have been jailed for killing an 83-year-old man during a failed watch robbery in Birmingham. Read the full story of this violent attack and the police investigation.
Man charged with shoplifting and knife possession in Sutton
A 45-year-old man has appeared in court after being arrested for shoplifting and possessing a blade at a Sutton Coldfield store. Read the full details of the police response.
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Police Chief Apologises for AI Error in Fan Ban Report
West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford issues a second apology to MPs after admitting AI was used in a controversial fan ban report. His future now rests with the Home Secretary.
Two jailed for 30 years after fatal Birmingham screwdriver robbery
Two career criminals have been jailed for a combined 30 years after a botched robbery with a screwdriver led to the death of an 83-year-old man in Birmingham. Read the full story.
Girl recalls threat before being thrown from window
An 18-year-old girl told a court her boyfriend threatened to kill her before she fell from a fourth-floor window in Solihull. The trial for attempted murder continues.
Birmingham police crack down on illegal e-bikes
West Midlands Police are targeting illegally modified e-bikes and scooters as hospital trauma units see a surge in severe injuries. Learn about the crackdown and safety risks.
CCTV appeal after Birmingham break-in attempts
Police release CCTV image of a masked man wanted for a series of burglary attempts on Holly Lane, Erdington. One property was entered before the suspect fled. Call 101 with info.
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Bolton crash: Hundreds attend funeral for three teens
Hundreds mourn three teenagers and a taxi driver killed in a head-on crash on Wigan Road, Bolton. Police appeal for witnesses and warn against sharing footage.
Woman convicted of murdering partner after abuse campaign
Polly Murphy, 47, has been convicted of murdering her partner James Self following a sustained campaign of abuse. The victim's mother says he was 'embarrassed' by the violence. Read the full story.
Polly Murphy convicted of murdering James Self
Polly Murphy murdered her boyfriend James Self in a Clacton hotel after a campaign of domestic abuse. His mother says his 'kindness may have cost him his life'.
Birmingham woman charged over contaminated medication
Emma Jane Williams, 40, from Erdington, has been charged with attempted murder after a teenage boy's medication was allegedly contaminated. She appeared at Birmingham Magistrates' Court.
Woman sexually assaulted twice at Birmingham New Street
British Transport Police appeal for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on a platform and then again on a train. Detectives release CCTV image of a man they wish to identify.
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Acocks Green murder probe after fatal stabbing
West Midlands Police launch murder investigation after a man was stabbed to death inside a property on Olton Boulevard East, Acocks Green. Anyone with information urged to come forward.
Two jailed for 15 years after robbery led to pensioner's death
Two career criminals have been jailed for manslaughter after a violent attempted robbery in Birmingham led to the death of 83-year-old Neil O'Donnell. Read the full story.
Police seal off house in Acocks Green after serious incident
A major police cordon remains on Olton Boulevard East in Acocks Green following a serious incident. Get the latest updates and witness reports from the scene.
Dartmoor Firing Notice: Willsworthy Schedule Jan 2026
Okehampton Camp releases the Dartmoor live firing timetable for January 2026. Daytime exercises are scheduled at Willsworthy only. Learn about safety protocols and public access.
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.
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Broad Street attack victim needs surgery, suspect bailed
A 28-year-old mechanic needed jaw surgery after an assault on Birmingham's Broad Street. Police have bailed a 27-year-old man and urge witnesses to come forward.
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