Boyfriend Jailed for Solihull Tower Block Attack
Jordan Herring sentenced to five years for domestic violence attack that left Bobbie Goodman with life-threatening injuries after a 40ft fall from a fourth-floor window in Chelmsley Wood.
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Dudley Nursery Worker Jailed for Toddler's Death
A nursery worker in Dudley has been sentenced to prison for gross negligence manslaughter after a 14-month-old boy died from unsafe sleep practices at Fairytales Day Nursery.
Urgent Appeal: Missing Walsall Teen Euan, Call 999 if Seen
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to find missing 15-year-old Euan from Walsall. He was last seen on Saturday evening and is known to travel on trains, with links to Derby and London.
Man Fined for Drunken Rant at New Street Station
Adam Dadra, 25, was arrested and fined £331 after shouting threats while intoxicated outside Greggs at Birmingham New Street station in March, a court heard.
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Illegal Immigrant Father Jailed for Birmingham Brothels
Dongping Xiao, a 42-year-old Chinese national staying illegally in the UK, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for operating two brothels in Birmingham. Police found evidence of sex work at properties in Edgbaston and Deritend.
Birmingham Brothel Minder Sentenced to One Year in Prison
A man has been sentenced to one year in prison for operating two brothels in Birmingham, following a probe by West Midlands Police's specialist crime team.
Man Admits 48,000 Child Abuse Images, Avoids Jail
Ian Lavender, 58, from Kingswinford, admitted making over 48,000 indecent images of children as young as two, but walked free from court with a community order.
Bus Driver Abused and Spat at in Birmingham City Centre
West Midlands Police have launched a CCTV appeal to identify a man wanted in connection with a disturbing assault on a bus driver in James Watt Queensway.
Appeal to Identify Suspect in Bus Driver Attack in Birmingham
Police have released a photo of a man wanted for questioning after a bus driver was assaulted and spat at in Birmingham. Authorities urge the public to come forward with any information.
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Family Fury Over Young Dad Killed by Speeding Driver
The devastated family of Hizar Hanif, 32, killed in a high-speed crash on Soho Road, share their anger and grief as the driver is sentenced to seven years.
West Midlands Criminals Avoid Immediate Jail in March Cases
A review of March court cases in the West Midlands where offenders convicted of serious crimes, including sexual offences and large-scale theft, received suspended sentences or community orders instead of immediate custody.
Birmingham Man Fined for Assaulting Court Guard While Drunk
David Bird, 57, assaulted a security guard at Birmingham Crown Court after turning up drunk to his sentencing hearing for burglary, resulting in a £275 fine.
Driver Banned After Police Smell Alcohol During Erratic Stop
A Solihull man has been banned from driving for 12 months after police officers detected alcohol on his breath and noted his reddened eyes during a traffic stop for erratic driving and speeding in Birmingham.
94-Year-Old Charged Over Fatal Midlands Crash
A 94-year-old motorist has been charged with causing death or serious injury by dangerous driving in a West Midlands crash, as the government announces stricter rules for older drivers.
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Killer Carer Told Paramedics Victim 'Dead for 12 Days'
Jason Trundle, convicted of murdering disabled Leon Pratt in Telford, was captured on bodycam footage telling paramedics the victim had been dead for about 12 days. He has been jailed for life.
Testing BTP's 61016 Text Line on Birmingham Train
A reporter shares her firsthand account of using British Transport Police's non-emergency text line during a tense train journey from Birmingham New Street to Wolverhampton.
Alum Rock Store Faces License Review for Underage Alcohol Sale
A Birmingham convenience store sold alcohol to a 16-year-old during a trading standards sting, prompting a license review and highlighting concerns about staff training.
Birmingham Murder Suspect Still at Large After Three Months
Police continue their urgent search for Zachariah Liburd, the prime suspect in the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Chris Ikouara in Acocks Green. A £10,000 reward is offered for information.
Birmingham Man Jailed for Coercive Control and Financial Abuse
A Moseley man has been sentenced to over two years in prison for subjecting his vulnerable girlfriend to seven years of coercive control, including demanding daily payments from her PIP benefits.
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Birmingham Council Cracks Down on Blue Badge Fraud
Birmingham City Council has issued over 24,000 fines for blue badge misuse in five years, targeting fraud including using badges of deceased persons. Offenders face fines up to £1,000.
Father Killed in 90mph Soho Road Crash: Driver Sentenced
A Birmingham father was killed instantly when a driver traveling at 90mph smashed into his car on Soho Road. The driver, who had disengaged from mental health treatment, has been sentenced to seven years in prison.
Mum Jailed for Premature Baby's Death in Lichfield
Amy Clark, 34, sentenced to seven years for causing or allowing the death of her five-week-old daughter Darcy-Leigh, while father Sean Jefferson gets life for murder.
Man Arrested After Critical Injury Incident in Handsworth
A 38-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 60-year-old was found with life-threatening injuries at a property in Handsworth, Birmingham.
Birmingham's 2026 Most Dangerous Areas Named by Police Data
Latest West Midlands Police data identifies Lozells, East Handsworth, and Aston as Birmingham's most dangerous areas for violent and sexual offences in 2026, with over 2,300 incidents each.
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CCTV Appeal After Robbery Attempt at Wednesbury Farmfoods
West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to identify following an attempted robbery at a Farmfoods supermarket in Wednesbury, where a staff member was threatened.
Shoppers Banned from Aldi, Tesco, Greggs in West Midlands
Courts issue Criminal Behaviour Orders banning prolific shoplifters from entering multiple supermarkets like Aldi, Tesco, and Greggs for years, highlighting retail challenges.
Driver's Disturbing Behaviour Before Fatal 90mph Crash in Birmingham
Mohammed Ali, 27, killed Hizar Hanif instantly in a devastating crash on Soho Road after days of escalating erratic behaviour, including mental health episodes and prior collisions.
Blue Badge Hidden Parking Rules Warning for Drivers
An expert warns Blue Badge holders they could face fines or lose their permit by assuming free parking at private car parks like supermarkets and hospitals.
Midlands Burglary Gang Jailed for 94 Years After £3.7M Spree
A 12-strong car key burglary gang has been sentenced to a combined 94 years and eight months for stealing luxury vehicles worth £3.5 million and causing widespread damage across the Midlands and beyond.
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Birmingham Drink-Driver Avoids Jail After A5 Tamworth Crash
Ethan Gayle, 22, from Birmingham, received a suspended sentence for dangerous driving after a high-speed crash on the A5 in Tamworth while over the drink-drive limit.
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