Victoria Square Sealed Off by Police with Helicopter
Victoria Square in Birmingham city centre was sealed off last night with multiple police cars and a helicopter overhead. West Midlands Police have not confirmed the incident.
Category : Community Safety
Guilty: Man Ran Down Young Mother with Recovery Truck
Mohammed Azim, 41, has been found guilty of murdering 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse by deliberately running her over with his recovery truck in Oldbury, West Midlands.
Murder Probe After Body Found at Peak District Stone Circle
A murder investigation has been launched after a 26-year-old man was found dead at Nine Ladies Stone Circle in the Peak District, where people had gathered for summer solstice celebrations.
Delivery driver jailed for hospital car park rape
Suleman Mukaish, 27, was arrested at Gatwick Airport with a one-way ticket to Pakistan after raping a vulnerable woman in a hospital car park. He was jailed for eight years and three months.
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Man arrested in Tamworth rape investigation
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape after an alleged attack at Kettlebrook Lakes in Tamworth. The victim reported the incident early Tuesday.
Shrewsbury Pitch Invader Banned from UK Football Matches
Daniel Perkins, 30, received a three-year Football Banning Order after pleading guilty to pitch invasion and Class A drug possession at Shrewsbury Town's New Meadow.
RAC Warns Drivers of 'Extremely Dangerous' UK Heatwave
The RAC warns drivers of an 'extremely dangerous situation' as UK heatwave causes 10% more breakdowns, urging emergency kits with water, sunscreen, and portable chargers.
Pub Bans Dogs During Heatwave, Customers Warned
The Crafty Pint in Halesowen will refuse entry to customers bringing dogs during the heatwave, with temperatures expected to hit 36°C, citing safety concerns.
Five arrested in Newtown after balaclava men reports
Five people were arrested in Birmingham's Newtown after reports of a large group of men in balaclavas acting suspiciously. Police seized four weapons and knives, and two individuals have been charged.
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Knives Seized and Arrests Made Across Birmingham
Police seized knives and made arrests across Birmingham during targeted patrols aimed at reducing knife crime and keeping communities safe.
Tipton shop license probe after lottery prize theft
West Midlands Police investigated Best One Store in Tipton after a customer received only £30 instead of a substantially higher lottery prize. The shop owner lied about ownership and CCTV access, leading to a license review.
Pregnant Woman Hit by Car in Birmingham CCTV
A pregnant woman was struck by a car in Birmingham; CCTV footage captures the moment. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred in the city centre.
Appeal After Hit-and-Run in Solihull by Reckless Driver
Police appeal for witnesses after a hit-and-run in Solihull left a pedestrian seriously injured; reckless driver fled the scene.
Parents Fear Safety After Black Country Park Incidents
Two 'absolutely terrifying' incidents at Black Country parks within two days, including the abduction of a four-year-old boy, have left parents feeling it's 'not safe anywhere.' Police are potentially linking the cases.
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Midlands Pub Plea: 'Please Be Patient With Us' in Heatwave
The Royal Oak in Halesowen asks customers to be patient amid a heatwave, warning of delays as kitchen temperatures exceed 34C and staff take necessary breaks.
Solihull Hit-and-Run: Police Appeal After Audi on Wrong Side
West Midlands Police are investigating a hit-and-run after a white Audi A3 was driven recklessly on the wrong side of Warwick Road in Solihull, hitting the central reservation multiple times.
Smartwatch Users Risk £200 Fine and 3 Points: RAC
34% of drivers admit to using smartwatches at the wheel, risking £200 fines and penalty points under UK law, warns the RAC.
Two Sexual Assaults in Same Area: Police Appeal for Info
Police are investigating two sexual assaults in the same area of a West Midlands town, with victims attacked within days of each other. Detectives appeal for witnesses.
Boy hit by car in Bloxwich hospitalised with serious injuries
A boy was rushed to hospital after being hit by a car while riding his bike in Bloxwich. The driver stayed at the scene to assist police.
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Police Issue CCTV Appeal After Two Sex Assaults
Police in Sutton Coldfield are investigating two sexual assaults near Princess Alice Drive, occurring three days apart in May 2026. CCTV images of a man have been released.
Cold Water Shock Warning for Birmingham Heat Relief
Birmingham residents warned of cold water shock as temperatures soar. RNLI advises gradual entry to prevent gasping and drowning risks.
West Midlands Police officer banned for assaulting woman
PC McTernan, a West Midlands Police officer, was convicted of assault by beating in Bromsgrove and dismissed without notice after a misconduct hearing.
Midland pub warns over 'abusive and aggressive behaviour'
The Jubilee Inn in Studley issued a 'polite reminder' on social media, warning that abusive behaviour towards staff will not be tolerated and may result in being asked to leave.
Dudley Park: Boy Approached by Man Asking 'Ride My Bike'
A seven-year-old boy was approached by a man asking if he wanted to ride his bike in Stevens Park, Quarry Bank, Dudley. Police link it to a nearby abduction of a four-year-old the day before.
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Appeal After 7-Year-Old Approached in Dudley
Police are appealing for information after a 7-year-old boy was approached by a suspicious man in Dudley on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred on March 14, 2023.
Tettenhall Pool Evacuated After Bleach Incident
Tettenhall Pool in Wolverhampton was evacuated after bleach was poured into the water, causing respiratory issues. No serious injuries reported.
Sparkbrook Crash: Man Injured in Car-Motorbike Collision
A man suffered serious leg injuries after a crash between a car and a motorbike in Sparkbrook, Birmingham. Police cordoned off White Road at Montgomery Street following the incident on June 22.
Masked Thug Jailed for Knife Attack on Children
Ryan Hand, 37, was jailed for eight years for robbing and slashing two teenage boys with a knife at Brook Park in Wordsley, Stourbridge.
Sparkbrook Crash: Police Cordon Off Montgomery Street
A serious crash between a car and motorbike in Sparkbrook on Monday afternoon left a motorcyclist with serious injuries, prompting a police cordon on Montgomery Street.
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Man killed mum with truck, lied to 999, jailed for life
Mohammed Azim, 41, killed 19-year-old Lily Whitehouse with his truck in Oldbury, then called 999 claiming she was hit by another driver. He was sentenced to life with a minimum of 20 years.
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