Ex-Police Officer Guilty of Gross Misconduct in Drunken Club Incident
A former West Midlands Police officer was found to have committed gross misconduct after pushing a nightclub manager while heavily intoxicated at Popworld on Broad Street.
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Boy, 7, Dies After Being Hit by Car on A38 at 5am
A seven-year-old boy has died after being struck by a car on the A38 near Lichfield in the early hours of Saturday morning. Staffordshire Police are appealing for witnesses.
Man Charged After Police Raid Finds Gun in Walsall Home
A 22-year-old man has been charged with firearm and ammunition possession after West Midlands Police seized a pistol during a raid on Hucker Road, Walsall, as part of Operation Target.
Boy, 7, dies after being hit by car on A38 in Lichfield
A seven-year-old boy has died after being struck by a car on the A38 near Lichfield early this morning. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
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Boy, 14, Beaten in Racially Aggravated Attack in Walsall Park
West Midlands Police declare major incident after a 14-year-old boy is assaulted by up to six people in a racially and religiously aggravated attack in Pleck Park, Walsall.
Boy, 7, Dies in A38 Crash Near Lichfield
A seven-year-old boy has died after being hit by a car on the A38 near Lichfield in a tragic early morning incident. Staffordshire Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Wolverhampton Hotel Protest Causes Bus Disruptions
Anti-immigration and anti-racism protesters gathered outside the Britannia Hotel in Wolverhampton, leading to bus diversions and a significant police response in the city centre.
38% of Brits Support Driving Ban for Over-80s
New research shows significant public support for banning drivers aged 80 and older, with younger generations most in favor. Experts call for stricter medical checks and eye tests for elderly motorists.
13-Year-Old Arrested After Weapon Report at School
A 13-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon at Tudor Grange Academy in Kingshurst, Solihull. Police urge parents to discuss social media safety with children amid concerns over online trends.
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DVLA Warns Drivers: 'Think Before You Click' on Scams
The DVLA has issued a critical warning after nearly 20,000 reports of fraud, urging drivers to avoid fake texts and emails that steal personal details and money.
Police Renew Appeal for Missing Person Last Seen in December
West Mercia Police have issued a renewed appeal to find Montgomery Lewis, 26, who was last seen at their Shrewsbury home in December 2025 and could be anywhere in the UK.
£1,000 Fine for Ignoring School Crossing Patrols
Lancashire County Council warns drivers that failing to stop for school crossing patrol officers can result in a £1,000 fine and three penalty points on their license.
Police Seize Off-Road Bikes and Knives in Solihull
Solihull Police have seized three illegal off-road bikes, two knives, and cannabis in a major operation, vowing to continue their crackdown on anti-social behavior.
Predator Posed as Taxi Driver to Rape Woman in Midlands
Shabir Sultani lured a woman into his car by pretending to be a taxi driver outside a nightclub before raping her at her home. He has been jailed for 13 years with an extended sentence for dangerousness.
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New Officers Target Retail Crime in Wolverhampton
Wolverhampton police introduce four Business Crime Officers and two PCSOs to investigate shop thefts and target repeat offenders, with a new Retail Crime Operational Group established.
Bin Workers Release Music Single as Strike Hits One Year
Unite union members in Birmingham have released a fundraising music single to mark one year of continuous strike action by refuse workers in a bitter pay dispute with the Labour-run city council.
Birmingham Girl Shot in Head During London Gang Attack (07.03.2026)
A nine-year-old Birmingham girl was shot in the head during a gangland hit at a London restaurant. The gunman remains at large with a £15,000 reward for information.
Birmingham Men Use Five-Word Method to Fight Harassment
White Ribbon UK ambassador Sal Naseem reveals how Birmingham men are secretly intervening to protect women from harassment using the 'five D's' method of active bystander training.
Disqualified Driver Jailed After 80mph Police Chase
Adam Bennett led officers on a 30-minute high-speed pursuit through residential areas, reaching 80mph in 30mph zones. The 22-year-old has been sentenced to 14 months in prison.
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Police Chief: Enhanced Vetting and Women's Safety Priority
Acting Chief Constable Scott Green announces stricter vetting for new officers and a focus on protecting women and girls, amid rising reports of sexual violence in the West Midlands.
Birmingham Car Cannibals Stripped Vehicle Outside My Window
A Birmingham resident witnessed car cannibals stripping a Yaris Cross in the city centre. The article explores the ongoing issue of vehicle stripping crimes and police efforts to combat them.
Driver's Sentence Increased After Wedding Crowd Crash
Govinder Singh, who drove into a wedding crowd in Leicester, injuring five people including his cousin, has had his prison term extended by two-and-a-half years at the Court of Appeal.
Police Alert: Suspicious Drone Activity Near Midland Prisons
Staffordshire Police urge vigilance after drone sightings near HMP Oakwood in Featherstone. Residents are asked to report any suspicious activity immediately.
Three Charged with Murder of Coventry Teenager
Three individuals have been charged with the murder of a 17-year-old boy in Coventry city centre, following a police investigation into the tragic incident.
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Sixth Teenager Charged Over Smethwick Mosque Stabbing Death
A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of Zeshan Afzal outside a mosque in Smethwick two weeks ago, bringing the total to six teenagers charged in the case.
Exeter Rapist Jailed for 17 Years After Attacking Two Teens
Sonny Boyes, 19, from Exeter, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for raping a 16-year-old girl and sexually assaulting another on the same day. He was arrested at a McDonald's hours after the attacks.
Birmingham 5G Mast Fire Investigated as Sabotage
A 5G mast in Handsworth, Birmingham was set ablaze in a suspected deliberate attack on national infrastructure. Police are investigating the incident as sabotage.
22 Suspects in Russian Parcel Bomb Plot After Birmingham Fire
British and European authorities have identified 22 suspects in Lithuania and Poland linked to a Russian-backed parcel bomb plot that caused a fire at a DHL depot in Sutton Coldfield.
Girl, 13, Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Walsall Bus Crash
A 13-year-old girl remains hospitalized with potentially life-threatening head injuries after an e-scooter she was riding collided with a bus in Walsall. Police are appealing for witnesses.
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Hit-and-Run in Handsworth: Driver Struck After Crash
A man was injured in a hit-and-run incident in Birmingham after a two-car collision in Handsworth. Police are investigating and urging witnesses to come forward.
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