John Chattin, a persistent offender with a history of robbery and assault, is back in prison after stealing candles and repeatedly breaching a court order banning him from Nottingham city centre.
Shocking data reveals 76% of UK car thefts were unsolved in 2024, with critics warning the crime is 'effectively decriminalised'. Discover which police forces performed worst and what action is being demanded.
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.
Exclusive police data maps Birmingham's most dangerous neighbourhoods. City centre leads with 4,694 violent and sexual offences in a year. See how your area compares.
A pair of brazen shoplifters were caught on CCTV singing 'Santa Baby' while stealing from a Worcestershire family shop. Owners Catherine and Patrick Badham were horrified by the festive theft.
The Great Notts Christmas Toy Appeal, supported by Barratt and David Wilson Homes, will deliver gifts to over 2,000 disadvantaged children this Christmas. Discover how the community came together.
Pat and Bob Pembleton from Stapleford celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary today. Their daughters are visiting from New Zealand for a festive family reunion. Read their heartwarming story.
Exclusive analysis of West Midlands Police figures ranks every Birmingham area for violence and sexual offences. See where your neighbourhood stands in the latest crime data.
Quick-thinking Nottinghamshire Police officers performed CPR on a man in his 30s found slumped in his car on Woodhouse Way. Read how their decisive actions saved a life.
Five men arrested after a violent street fight in Nottingham city centre shocked Christmas shoppers. Police seek witnesses to the Wollaton Street affray.
A new crime severity list ranks Birmingham as the 6th most dangerous area in Britain for violent crime. See where your town ranks and get the latest crime news.
West Midlands Police issue a festive warning as criminals monitor forecasts for icy mornings to steal cars left unattended with engines running. Learn how to protect your vehicle.
West Midlands Police's proactive team makes multiple arrests in Sutton Coldfield for burglary, robbery, and drug offences ahead of Christmas. Read the latest on the operation.
West Midlands Police deploy new high-visibility patrols in Streetly, Sutton Coldfield, following a sharp rise in vehicle thefts from driveways. Officers urge residents to stay vigilant.
West Midlands Police report a spike in car thefts in Streetly, with thieves monitoring weather forecasts to steal unattended vehicles. Officers deploy high-visibility patrols. Read the safety advice.
New crime severity scores rank UK towns and cities. See where Birmingham, Nottingham, and other Midlands areas place on the national list of most dangerous places.
A 20-year-old Midlands man has been sentenced for manslaughter after throwing a brick that caused his father's fatal cardiac arrest. Read the full court details.
Sharon Lindsay celebrates beating breast cancer by organising a charity darts day in Caythorpe on Dec 28, 2025. Funds raised will support Macmillan Cancer Support and Nottingham Maggie's Centre. Join the community event.
Diogo Bettencourt receives life sentence for the brutal murder of neighbour Anthony Sharma in an Erdington HMO. The killer, who has schizophrenia, hid the body and tried to use the victim's bank card.
An organised crime group that stole over 70 high-value vehicles using sophisticated jamming equipment has been jailed for more than 27 years. Read the full story.
Striker Lyle Taylor reflects on his brilliant Birmingham City loan spell, revealing he would have loved to stay. The 35-year-old now plays for Chelmsford in the National League South.
A father was shot four times on his doorstep in Darlaston. Five men have admitted conspiracy charges. Read the full story of the horrific attack.
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Discover Browns Brasserie & Bar in Nottingham, a serene festive oasis offering a luxurious three-course menu for £45. Perfect for a relaxed Christmas meal away from the city bustle.
Nottingham Council reopens its Household Support Fund, offering 10,000 £100 supermarket vouchers via a random draw. Apply between 1-7 December for vital winter support.
A Birmingham gang has been found guilty of running a £500,000 illegal tobacco factory. Police seized weapons, cash, and over 400kg of tobacco. Read the full investigation details.
A carer from Retford who fraudulently used a friend's mobility car for 41,800 miles and stole over £5,000 has received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous postcodes for violent and sexual offences. See the full list and police response to the city's crime wave.
A 71-year-old woman has died in hospital following a collision with a car in St Ann's. Police are appealing for dashcam footage and witnesses to come forward.
Anthony Lanchester, 20, has been detained for six-and-a-half years for raping a boy in a park and sexually assaulting a second teenager. Read the full court report and victim impact statements.