Category : Community Safety


Kids Aged 11 Arrested for Murder, Rape in West Midlands

A BirminghamLive investigation reveals hundreds of children under 12 in the West Midlands have been arrested for serious crimes including murder, rape, and knife possession since 2025, with the youngest being 10 years old.

Man Charged with Running Brothel in Nechells

Liang Xue, 40, was arrested on Bissell Street and charged with managing a brothel. He was remanded in custody and due at Birmingham Magistrates Court as part of Operation Fearless.

Boy on Scooter Hit by Car in Hall Green Crash

A young boy was rushed to Heartlands Hospital after being struck by a car while on a scooter at a roundabout in Hall Green. Police sealed off Shirley Road following the incident.

CCTV Appeal After Courier Fraud in Birmingham Shop

Warwickshire Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to after a bank card was stolen by a fake police officer and used in a high-value purchase attempt at a Birmingham electronics store.

Man Hunt After Takeaway Attack in Coventry

West Midlands Police are appealing for information to identify a man known as 'Nav' after two men were seriously assaulted at the Istanbul takeaway in Butts, Coventry.

Robber Trapped in Coventry Shop After Christmas Eve Raid, Jailed

A knife-wielding robber who attacked a shop worker at a Coventry convenience store on Christmas Eve was trapped inside when the quick-thinking employee lowered the shutters. Jordan Peebles, 32, pleaded to be let out before being arrested and later jailed

West Midlands Shoplifting Crisis: Highest Rate in England

New statistics reveal the West Midlands has the highest shoplifting rate in England, with nearly 30% of shoppers witnessing theft. Retail violence affects over one in five UK shoppers, prompting calls for stronger legal protections for workers.

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