Droitwich Assault: Police Seek Witness After Man Injured
Police are appealing for a woman witness after a man suffered facial injuries in an assault near the A38 in Droitwich. A 28-year-old man has been arrested.
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Man Jailed 10 Years for Fatal Punch After Pub Fight
Nathan Gothard, 37, was sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter after fatally punching David Darke, 66, outside a Leicestershire pub following a confrontation.
Teen Arrested After 126 Boxes of Laughing Gas Found in Shop
A 19-year-old man was arrested after police found 126 boxes of nitrous oxide and illegal cigarettes in a Wednesbury shop, with a street value of £15,000.
Halesowen Man Jailed for Van Sex Assault as Mother Stayed Silent
Michael Burgess, 56, sexually assaulted a teen in a van while her mother, having an affair with him, stayed silent. He was jailed for five years.
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West Bromwich Casino 24/7 Plans Approved in Former McDonald's
Shipley's casino and Tan Express tanning salon will operate 24/7 in the former McDonald's on West Bromwich High Street, creating 14 jobs.
59,000 Tonnes Dumped at Midland Fly-Tip Site Sparks Probe
A criminal investigation has been launched after 59,000 tonnes of household waste was illegally dumped in Nottinghamshire, covering an area larger than a football pitch.
Dudley School Staff Face Job Losses Amid Council Support Concerns
Staff at The Change Centre in Brierley Hill face job losses as GMB Union criticises Dudley Council over lack of referrals and support for alternative provision.
WM Police Sergeant Guilty of Gross Misconduct
A West Midlands Police sergeant was found guilty of gross misconduct for deliberately accessing confidential police systems for personal purposes, undermining public trust.
Walsall Family in Fear After 2am Shooting at Home
A Walsall family have been living in fear since a 2am shooting at their home last year, with children scared to play outside and parents desperate to move away.
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Banned Driver Admits Hit-and-Run Leaving Pedestrian Injured
Sheikh Manneh, 29, mounted the pavement on Hamstead Road, Birmingham, and fled the scene. The victim missed his dying mother's final days while hospitalised.
Predator Teachers Jailed for Abusing Students in UK
A roundup of former educators jailed for sexual offences against students, including Rebecca Joynes who became pregnant by a teenage pupil.
Teen Charged with Attempted Murder After Golf Course Stabbing
A 17-year-old has been charged with attempted murder after a man in his 60s was stabbed on a public footpath at Stafford Castle golf course on May 14.
Solihull school warns of man asking to hug children
Valley Primary School in Solihull issued a warning after reports of a suspicious man staring at pupils and asking for hugs at the school gates. Police are investigating.
Man Jailed 14 Years for Attempted Murder of Ex-Partner
Maxwell Drapkin, 37, was sentenced to 14 years for attempting to kill his former partner in a brutal home attack. She escaped barefoot over broken glass.
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Birmingham Police Honored in Appreciation Week
Officers at Stechford Police Station were recognized during Police Appreciation Week, an initiative by the Rapid Relief Team and NPCC to highlight frontline policing pressures.
Woman Arrested for Knife Threat in Chelmsley Wood
A 37-year-old woman was arrested in Solihull after allegedly threatening a man with a knife on Greenlands Road. Police seized the weapon during a national anti-knife crime operation.
Dog Day & Community Safety Event at Weavers Park, Braintree
Braintree District Council hosts a free Dog Day and Community Safety Event at Weavers Park on May 30, 10am-2pm, with fun dog shows, stalls, and info on the Safer Streets project.
Man Attacked in Birmingham Street Hospitalized with Head Injury
A man in his 30s was attacked on Villa Road in Lozells, Birmingham, and taken to hospital with a head injury. Police are investigating.
Masked Thugs Pull Teen Off E-Bike and Steal It
A 13-year-old boy was robbed of his Specialized e-bike in Lichfield after being pulled off by two masked men. Police appeal for witnesses.
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Armed Police Called After XL Bully Bites Man in Birmingham
Armed police were called to a Birmingham street after an XL Bully dog bit a man, sparking a major emergency response and a standoff with the animal's owner.
Police Seek Woman After Attempted Burglary Rowley Regis
West Midlands Police have issued an appeal to identify a woman after an attempted burglary at a home on Durham Road in Rowley Regis on April 7.
Murderer Back in Jail for Attacking Daughter
Michael Wade, who served 25 years for raping and killing Jean Whitfield, has been returned to prison after assaulting his own daughter and threatening to kill her.
Bilston High Street sealed off after serious incident
A stretch of Bilston town centre was sealed off overnight following a serious incident, with police and medics seen on High Street near The Greyhound and Punchbowl.
250+ Sex Offenders Unmasked in West Midlands Under Sarah's Law
West Midlands Police received 1,193 Sarah's Law requests from 2023 to 2026, leading to over 250 disclosures about sex offenders.
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Police to Police Birmingham Pride Without Fear or Favour
West Midlands Police reaffirms commitment to policing Birmingham Pride without fear or favour after emergency services withdraw from the parade based on legal advice.
Solihull Crime Falls After Patrol Crackdown on Theft
Theft offences in Solihull have dropped significantly, with theft from person down 17% and theft from motor vehicles down 15%, thanks to increased police patrols.
Missing Wollescote Boy, 12: Police Urge 999 Calls
Police are appealing for help to find Coby, a 12-year-old boy missing from Wollescote since 4.15pm on May 21. He was last seen in school uniform and a black puffa jacket.
Pensnett 'Nightmare' Home Closed by Court Order for 3 Months
A Pensnett property causing months of anti-social behaviour has been closed by court order. Anyone found at the address faces arrest until August 2026.
Police Hunt Suspect in Birmingham Racial Attack
West Midlands Police are searching for a suspect after a racial attack in Birmingham. The victim, a 45-year-old man, was assaulted and subjected to racist abuse. Officers are appealing for witnesses.
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Teen boys who filmed rape of two girls avoid jail
Three teenage boys escaped jail for raping two schoolgirls in Fordingbridge, Hampshire, receiving youth rehabilitation orders instead. The court heard of their low IQs and ADHD.
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