Sandwell Council's licensing committee had a tumultuous year, revoking licences for pubs and shops over stabbings, illegal workers, fake vapes, and knives sold to children. Discover the full story.
Nationwide Building Society has issued an urgent scam alert after customers received fraudulent letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the warning signs.
TikTok star Manny Malik issues urgent warning to Birmingham shopkeepers about fake £20 notes. Learn his three simple tips to spot counterfeits without a machine.
West Midlands Police could lose £41.1m in funding, risking further cuts to officers. Crime Commissioner Simon Foster warns of a 'postcode lottery' and fewer police on streets.
West Midlands Police has issued 11 crucial rules for public safety around their new mounted unit. Learn how to interact safely with police horses in Birmingham.
Heartfelt tributes are paid to PD Stark, the heroic police dog who survived a brutal 20-blade machete attack in 2020. Read his incredible story of bravery and service.
Scammers are using fake texts and emails to exploit festive deliveries. Learn the 7 most common parcel scams and how to protect your money and personal information.
A Nottinghamshire Police officer was dismissed after using discriminatory language while reporting a concern for a woman's safety. Read the full details of the misconduct hearing.
A West Midlands Police officer has pleaded not guilty to two counts of rape and one of coercive control. The trial is set for April 2027. Read the latest court details.
Google issues a serious warning to UK Android users about fake VPN applications containing malware designed to steal personal and financial data. Learn how to protect your device.
Walsall Council seized counterfeit Apple AirPods and other goods worth £150,000 from three stalls at Bescot Market. The operation highlights the ongoing fight against dangerous fake products.
Nationwide Building Society has issued a warning after customers received suspicious letters promoting fake fixed-rate savings deals. Learn how to spot the scam and protect your details.
West Midlands Police will deploy a 12-horse mounted unit from spring 2025 to tackle riots and football violence, costing nearly £6,000 per horse annually. Read the full story.
A corrupt prison officer led a gang to smuggle cannabis and tobacco into HMP Birmingham for her inmate partner. All four conspirators have been sentenced to prison.
A corrupt prison officer has been jailed for her role in a plot to smuggle cannabis and tobacco into HMP Birmingham for her inmate boyfriend. Read the full story of the investigation here.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges, accused of stealing cash and jewellery during a drugs operation. Read the full court details.
PCs Bethany Cottrell and Natalie Millward showed 'unwavering courage' disarming individuals with weapons during a volatile city centre protest. Discover their heroic story.
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.
A Warwickshire Police officer faces three theft charges for alleged offences while on duty. Pc Robert Davies will appear in court this week. Read the full details.
A man who impersonated a nurse for over four years, earning nearly £173k, has been jailed. He worked in six care homes, putting vulnerable patients at risk. Read the full investigation details.
A coroner hears PC Rehaan Akhtar, 28, is believed to have drowned after a night out in Bristol. The 'greatly respected' South Wales Police officer's body was recovered from the harbour.
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.
A former detective who stole cocaine from police stores has been ordered to repay £75,420. Andrew Talbot was jailed for 19 years in 2024. Read the full story of his downfall.
A major new police watchdog report heavily criticises West Midlands Police's Hillsborough disaster probe as 'inexplicably narrow'. Read the damning findings.
Armed officers arrested a man in Alum Rock after a Mercedes, stolen in a burglary, crashed into parked cars. Read the latest on this police operation.
A 19-year-old prison officer and a 30-year-old inmate confessed to misconduct after a secret affair at HMP Five Wells. Both admitted multiple charges and will be sentenced in January 2026.
Wolverhampton Police issue urgent warning about toxic chemicals in counterfeit toys and makeup. Over 80% of fakes fail safety tests, posing serious health risks to children.
BBC's Dr Punam Krishan warns about a surge in fake GP calls, AI doctor deepfakes and fraudulent online pharmacies. Learn how to protect yourself from these health scams.
Young drivers are losing £2,000 on average to fake car insurance sold on social media. Learn how to spot this scam and protect yourself from prosecution.
Worcester councillors have condemned West Mercia's PCC office as a 'gravy train for failed Tory politicians' amid police cuts controversy. Discover the full story behind the abolition of the role in 2028.