Murder Probe into Dad's Death at Leamington Spa Park
Warwickshire Police have launched a murder investigation after a man in his 50s was found dead in Victoria Park. The victim's family have paid tribute to their 'amazing' loved one.
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Police Officer Banned for Predatory Messages to Victim's Mother
A former Warwickshire Police detective has been barred from the profession after sending over 300 sexual messages to a vulnerable woman he met while investigating a sexual offence against her daughter.
Two Arrested in Black Country Shooting After Teenager Injured
A 23-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a shooting in Smethwick last month that left a 19-year-old with a leg injury. Police continue their investigation.
Man Dies After Coventry Garden Incident, Police Say
A man in his 40s has died in hospital following an incident in a Coventry garden. Police confirm the death is not suspicious, with support helplines provided.
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Three Arrested After Solihull Bar Disorder
West Midlands Police confirm three men were arrested and several people injured after trouble erupted at the Slug and Lettuce bar in Touchwood, Solihull, on Saturday night.
Man Stabbed in Castle Vale, Arrested for Criminal Damage
A 60-year-old man sustained non-life-threatening stab wounds during disorder on Northolt Drive in Castle Vale. West Midlands Police later arrested him on suspicion of causing criminal damage.
160,000 Uninsured Cars Seized, Birmingham Top Hotspot
A record 160,000 uninsured vehicles were seized on UK roads last year, the highest in 17 years. Birmingham postcodes feature prominently in the top accident hotspots for uninsured drivers.
Illegal Immigrant Jailed for Running Birmingham Brothels
Dongping Xiao, a Chinese national illegally staying in the UK, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for managing two brothels in upscale Birmingham apartment blocks, where police found scantily clad women and sex work paraphernalia.
Drunken Rant at Birmingham New Street Greggs Ends in Court
A 25-year-old man from Birmingham has been fined after pleading guilty to being drunk and disorderly outside Greggs at New Street station, where he shouted threats at police in front of the public.
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Birmingham Rape Suspect Still Free After Two Years
West Midlands Police continue their search for Bilbil Ademi, wanted for a rape in Erdington since 2024, with over 14,600 online views of his image but no leads.
Paedophile with 48,000 Indecent Images Avoids Prison
Ian Lavender, 58, received a community order after police found over 48,000 child abuse images on his devices. The court heard of his 'entrenched pornography addiction'.
West Midlands Police Officers Sacked for Sexual Misconduct
New figures reveal that 19 West Midlands Police officers faced sexual misconduct allegations from 2021 to 2025, with 16 dismissed or quitting before dismissal. The force emphasizes a robust stance against abuse of power.
Man Dies in Tragic Incident at Kidderminster Pub
A man has died following an incident at The Park Gate pub in Kidderminster. West Mercia Police confirm enquiries are ongoing, with no third-party involvement suspected.
Birmingham Tops UK Van Theft List, Black Country Areas High
Birmingham recorded 1,446 van thefts over 2024-2025, topping a national list with Walsall and Wolverhampton also ranking among the worst-hit areas in the UK.
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Armed Police Respond to Machete Report Near Skelmersdale School
Armed police conducted a thorough search on Birch Green Road in Skelmersdale following reports of a man with a machete, prompting a nearby primary school to keep children indoors as a precautionary measure.
Man Arrested Minutes After Birmingham Shop Robbery
A 34-year-old man was arrested within minutes after police responded to a robbery on Curzon Street where staff were threatened and hundreds of pounds worth of items were stolen.
Fan Says 'Defensive Punch' Killed Midlands Man in Trial
Lewis MacLeod, 36, told Inner London Crown Court he threw a 'defensive, left one-punch shot' that killed Michael Edwards, 43, from Warwickshire, after a night of drinking and cocaine use.
Murder Probe After Man Found Dead in River Leam
Warwickshire Police have launched a murder investigation after a man in his 50s was found dead in the River Leam at Victoria Park in Leamington. Officers are appealing for witnesses.
Welsh Teen with Nazi Materials Planned College Shooting
Theodore Hopes, 18, from Llandrindod Wells, made threats to kill at Newtown College, possessed a 'Mass Murderer' manifesto, and had Nazi materials on his phone, leading to a community order.
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Man Seriously Injured in Castle Vale Stabbing
A man sustained potentially serious injuries in a stabbing on Northolt Drive, Castle Vale. West Midlands Police and ambulance services responded, providing advanced trauma care before hospital transfer.
Man jailed for 100-mile trip to groom Midlands schoolgirl
Awais Sheikh, 28, from Yorkshire, has been sentenced to 22 months in prison for travelling to Telford to meet a 15-year-old girl he groomed on social media. He was found with cannabis and condoms.
Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Midlands Mother Ann Marie Green
Julian Thomas, 54, admitted murdering Ann Marie Green, 61, in Bromyard. The 'one of a kind' mum was found dead at her home in September 2025.
Black Country Car Thief Jailed After Flaunting Crimes on Social Media
Malakhi Ward, 20, has been sentenced to over four years in prison for a six-week crime spree involving burglaries and vehicle thefts across the West Midlands, after police linked him to videos he shared online.
Midlands Police Operation Seizes 3D-Printed Firearm
Six individuals have been arrested in a significant police operation across the Midlands following the recovery of a 3D-printed firearm and other weapons-related materials.
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Wolverhampton Man Wanted for Harassment and Criminal Damage
Staffordshire Police are urgently seeking Arran Tanner-Khan, 40, from Wolverhampton, in connection with harassment with fear of violence, criminal damage, and failure to stop. He has links to Cheslyn Hay, and the public is urged to report any sightings.
Birmingham Student Mugged, Reveals Struggle with Self-Blame
A 20-year-old university student from Hednesford was followed and mugged in Victoria Square, Birmingham, and has spoken out about the distressing aftermath of survivor's guilt and victim-blaming attitudes.
Birmingham Drink-Driver Escapes Jail After A5 Crash
Ethan Gayle received a suspended sentence for dangerous driving on the A5 in Tamworth after a high-speed collision. The judge praised his 'maturity' in changing his plea.
Schoolboy Beaten After Knock-and-Run Prank in Midlands
A 15-year-old boy was violently attacked with a wooden plank in Staffordshire after a door-knock prank, leaving him with injuries and psychological trauma.
Soho Road Ram Raid: Mystery Over Hooded Figures After Getaway
A jewellery shop on Soho Road in Handsworth was targeted in a 70-second ram raid. Two robbers remain at large, with footage showing two additional hooded men at the scene.
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Teen Drug Dealer Jailed After Machete and Drugs Found
A 19-year-old from Tipton has been sentenced to nearly three years in prison after police discovered a machete and significant quantities of crack cocaine and heroin during a property check in Redditch.
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