Police officer given final warning for chokehold
PC Jaswinder Fagura used excessive force by placing a man in a chokehold during an arrest in Nottinghamshire. He received a final written warning.
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Walsall Thug Sobs in Court Insisting 'I'm Not Dangerous'
Romain Smith, 32, from Walsall, broke down in tears at Wolverhampton Crown Court, insisting she is not dangerous as she faces a possible extended sentence for robbery and knife offences.
West Midlands Police Hunt for Wanted Ex-Cons
West Midlands Police appeal for help locating convicted criminals who have breached probation conditions and remain at large across the region and beyond.
Boy, 5, Left with Hole in Skull After E-Scooter Crash
A five-year-old boy suffered a fractured skull and a hole in his head after an e-scooter collided with his bicycle in Northamptonshire, sparking calls for stricter regulations.
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Birmingham gunman jailed 16 years for shooting teen in back
Lamar Anderson, 22, from Selly Oak, was jailed for 16 years for shooting a 15-year-old boy in the back in Balsall Heath. The victim survived with serious injuries.
Birmingham ISIS Member Sentenced: How Fake Names Failed
Musa Abdrabba, 23, from Balsall Heath, sentenced to six years for ISIS membership. He used aliases to spread propaganda and avoid detection. Counter-terrorism police uncovered his activities.
West Midlands Police Add New Faces to Most Wanted List
Detectives in the West Midlands have added new suspects to their most wanted list, including James Moreton, Mark Bolton, Kevin Owen, Tony Paynton, and Darren Bayliss.
Balaclava-Clad Man Slashes Homeless Man's Face in Burton
A homeless man was slashed across the face by a balaclava-clad attacker in Burton-upon-Trent after revealing he wasn't local. The victim suffered a 15cm wound and fractured jaw.
Raise the Colours Leader Denies Intimidation in Stirchley
Ryan Bridge claims he was only erecting flags, not harassing residents, as police investigate incidents including a hit-and-run and multiple videos of confrontations.
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Two Soho Road shops raided: hundreds of illicit items seized
Trading Standards and West Midlands Police seized hundreds of illicit items including vapes, cigarettes, sex pills, and lead eyeliner from two shops on Soho Road as part of Operation Fearless.
Stafford Stabbing: Police Hunt Eastern European Man
Detectives are probing the motive for a stabbing in Stafford where a man in his 60s was attacked on a golf course. Police are hunting an Eastern European suspect.
Raise the Colours Member Attacks People in Stirchley
A masked member of Raise the Colours was filmed punching at people and pulling down a woman's mask on Pershore Road in Stirchley, sparking outrage and calls for police action.
Birmingham MP condemns flag group after Stirchley clashes
Selly Oak MP Al Carns condemns Raise the Colours group after reports of intimidation and violence in Stirchley, urging police action and preventative measures.
Stafford Manhunt After Stabbing Leaves Man Critical
A man in his 60s is in critical condition after being stabbed near a golf course in Stafford. Police are hunting a suspect in his 20s.
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127 Products Recalled Over Asbestos in UK Toys
Nearly 130 products, mostly children's toys from major retailers, recalled in the UK over asbestos contamination. Parents urged to check OPSS list.
Birmingham New Street Knife Attack: Police Release CCTV
Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a victim was slashed on the arm in an unprovoked knife attack at Birmingham New Street station.
Stafford Stabbing Suspect Still at Large: Police Update
Police have issued a major update on the Stafford stabbing suspect who remains at large. The victim, a man in his 60s, is now in critical but stable condition.
Police Blur Faces in Weapon Alert CCTV Appeal
West Mercia Police appeal for help identifying three youths after a weapon alert in Redditch, but CCTV image has faces blurred due to legal reasons.
Gunman Jailed for Firing Shots Near Tipton School
Omar Khan, 26, was jailed for over seven years after firing a gun near a Tipton primary school. CCTV captured him brandishing a firearm before shots were fired, with children and parents forced to shelter indoors.
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Brawl in Jewellery Quarter, Man Dragged from Car
A violent fight broke out near an HSBC bank in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter, with a man dragged from a damaged Volkswagen Golf. Police are investigating.
Ambulance Service Statement After Stafford Stabbing
A man in his 60s is in critical condition after a stabbing in Stafford. West Midlands Ambulance Service and police have issued appeals for witnesses.
Brighton Beach Women Were Family, Mourners Say
Three women found dead near Brighton Beach are believed to be relatives visiting from London. Police are investigating the circumstances.
Blade alert at Birmingham primary school again
A pupil brought a box cutter to Paget Primary School in Pype Hayes, the second weapon incident in months. School says blade was not exposed and no threat existed.
Op Fearless Hits Soho Road Crime
West Midlands Police deploy 20 officers in Operation Fearless to tackle knife crime, drugs, theft, and anti-social behaviour on Soho Road and Handsworth Triangle.
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CCTV Released in Walsall Car Break-In Probe
Police have released CCTV images of two men in connection with a car break-in in Walsall. A window was smashed and a handbag with cash and valuables was stolen.
Man in 60s critically injured in Stafford stabbing
A man in his 60s is fighting for his life after a stabbing in Stafford's Castlefields area. Police are hunting a suspect in his 20s.
Build-A-Bear Recalls Toy Over Choking Risk
Build-A-Bear has issued an urgent recall for a popular toy due to a choking risk. Customers are urged to return the product immediately for a full refund.
Three Men Guilty of Solihull Shooting
Three men have been found guilty in connection with a shooting in Solihull. The court case concluded with convictions for firearm offenses and violent conduct.
Ex-Gang Member Jailed for Walsall Family Home Shooting
Former gang member Sharif Cousins, who vowed to appeal any sentence, has been jailed for 15 years for shooting at a Walsall home. A getaway driver also received a 9.5-year sentence.
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Warning to Dog Owners Over West Midlands Theft Stats
West Midlands Police investigated 291 dog thefts from 2022 to 2025, but only four people were prosecuted. Suspects were unidentified in over a third of cases.
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