Five arrested in West Bromwich drug raid
Police in West Bromwich have arrested five people and seized over 100 wraps of heroin and crack cocaine in a raid on Trinity Street. One man was detained in the garden. Follow for more crime updates.
Police in West Bromwich have arrested five people and seized over 100 wraps of heroin and crack cocaine in a raid on Trinity Street. One man was detained in the garden. Follow for more crime updates.
West Mercia Police arrested a man after discovering Class A drugs and £1,000 cash on the M54 near Telford. Read the full details of the early-hours bust.
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Jason Revill, 28, was caught with drugs worth £50,000 in Norwich. He asked officers for 'one last line' before being detained. Read the full court report.
William Free, ringleader of a major South West drugs network, has had his sentence increased to 17 years. His gang was uncovered due to his link to a Birmingham courier, Anthony Cunningham. Read the full investigation details.
British Land applies to boost maximum store size at Telford Forge Retail Park to attract larger retailers, aiming to secure long-term tenancies and support the local economy. Read the full details.
West Midlands Police's County Lines Taskforce has charged two women after raids in Great Barr, Balsall Heath and Wednesbury uncovered Class A and B drugs, cash, and a machete.
A woman in Wellington, Telford, was followed and subjected to violent threats by a man. Police are investigating the incident, which has prompted warnings to local women.
A man in his 20s was seriously injured in an assault outside The Station Hotel in Wellington, Telford. Police are searching for a heavy-built suspect wearing a distinctive Christmas jumper. Witnesses urged to come forward.
UK households have until today to send first-class mail for Christmas arrival. Royal Mail's festive gift to staff downgraded to second-class stamps, sparking union criticism.
Royal Mail issues a festive delivery delay warning for 47 UK postcodes. Last posting date for first class signed items is December 20. Check the full list now.
Telford & Wrekin Council has refused plans for four affordable bungalows on a former Veolia depot after strong opposition from 19 local households. Read the full story.
A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of drug dealing after police found cocaine and heroin worth £20,000 during a raid on Prospect Road North. Report crime anonymously.
Two men sentenced after a dangerous police pursuit in West Bromwich ends with the recovery of a revolver, ammunition, and Class A drugs. Read the full details of the reckless chase.
A man and woman have been sentenced after police found heroin, cocaine, and cash in a Ludlow property. The raid followed community tip-offs about drug supply.
Dennis Lycett, 39, is behind bars for supplying heroin and crack cocaine in Tamworth. Police seized drugs and cash after a chase in Amington.
Two men are behind bars after a police pursuit in Sandwell ended with the recovery of a firearm and Class A drugs. Read the full details of the court sentencing.
Thousands living abroad will lose access to full UK state pensions under new DWP rules. Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 voluntary NICs for overseas residents. Read the full details.
A Telford carer who fraudulently claimed sick pay while working and running a business has been ordered to repay over £6,000. Read the full story of the deception.
A major think tank says the state pension triple lock should be scrapped to fund measures aimed at helping struggling working-class boys. Read the full report.
Police made a chilling discovery of drugs, knives and a baton inside a stolen van stopped at a motorway service station. Five occupants were arrested.
Royal Mail postpones major delivery rule change, pushing back the end of Saturday second-class letters to early next year. Read about the delay and the controversial staff Christmas stamps.
Kamil Nobis, 21, is behind bars after police probe into the 'Jerry' line. Crack cocaine, heroin, and cash were seized. Report drug dealing anonymously.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges, accused of stealing cash and jewellery during a drugs operation. Read the full court details.
West Midlands Police discovered a large quantity of Class A and B drugs during a raid on a property in Small Heath. Enquiries are ongoing.
Two suspected dealers face charges after police find a large quantity of class A drugs during a vehicle stop in Dudley. Read the latest court details.
West Midlands Police discovered a large-scale cannabis farm spread across three floors in a Stockland Green property. Over 140 plants were seized in the raid. Read the full details.
Andrew McNab, 40, has been given a suspended sentence and a five-year Criminal Behaviour Order after a 'nasty and unprovoked' assault on a police officer in Telford. Read the full details of the ban.
Reece Winter, 27, ran a 'ghost' drug line in Tamworth, sending thousands of messages. He was jailed for over five years. Read the full story of the police investigation.
Three 19-year-olds arrested in Bearwood after a police pursuit involving a helicopter. A large quantity of Class A drugs was seized. Read the full details.