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Schoolgirl bailed in Swindon murder probe

A 13-year-old girl arrested on suspicion of murdering a woman in her 50s in Swindon has been bailed while police continue their investigation. No wider risk to public.

Ex-soldier denies Kenya septic tank murder

Former British soldier Robert James Purkiss fights extradition, insisting he is innocent of the 2012 murder of Agnes Wanjiru, whose body was found in a septic tank.

Birmingham pair in court for Tamworth murder

Kenneth Newton and Melanie James appear at Birmingham Crown Court charged with the murder of Newton's stepbrother, Rubin Blount, in Tamworth. Read the latest developments.

Handsworth murder: Police hunt for teen suspect

Police are hunting for Oumar Traore, 17, after Yassin Alama, 19, was fatally stabbed in Handsworth, Birmingham. A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

Man arrested after Birmingham teen stabbed to death

A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender following the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama in Handsworth. Police continue to hunt for suspect Oumar Traore, 17.

Birmingham gang killer dies in prison

Lisa Clarke, convicted for the sadistic torture murder of ex-soldier Brian Farmer in Birmingham, has died in custody. An independent inquiry into her death is underway.

BBC's Naga Munchetty in bullying probe

BBC Breakfast presenter Naga Munchetty under formal bullying investigation following workplace conduct review. The £355,000-a-year host faces escalated claims.

Man arrested after body found in Hanley flat

A murder investigation is underway after a man was discovered dead in a Hanley flat. Staffordshire Police have arrested a 56-year-old suspect and are conducting forensic examinations.

Katie Fox murder trial date set for May 2025

The trial of Djeison Rafael, accused of murdering Katie Fox in a Birmingham city centre stabbing, has been scheduled for May 2025. Police continue to appeal for witnesses.

Baby dies hours after birth - NHS investigation

A newborn baby died just hours after birth at Birmingham's Heartlands Hospital, prompting a major internal investigation and heartfelt family tribute to their 'perfect' son.

Murder arrest after woman, 19, found dead in Birmingham

West Midlands Police have launched a murder investigation after a 19-year-old woman was discovered dead at a property in Kingstanding. A man has been arrested and remains in custody as detectives continue their enquiries.

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