Prolific Birmingham thief jailed after seven-week crime spree
A prolific Birmingham thief has been jailed for 18 months after admitting to seven shoplifting offences across the city centre in just seven weeks, with crimes captured on CCTV.
A prolific Birmingham thief has been jailed for 18 months after admitting to seven shoplifting offences across the city centre in just seven weeks, with crimes captured on CCTV.
West Midlands Police are hunting a callous thief who stole charity boxes from a Birmingham shop supporting vulnerable adults with learning disabilities.
A 70-year-old man was brutally attacked by a gang of thugs who stole his wallet and phone in a shocking daylight robbery that has left the community reeling.
Courageous railway employees disarmed a knifeman during a horrific attack on a West Midlands train, with new details emerging about their heroic actions that prevented greater tragedy.
A major police investigation is underway after a man was discovered with serious stab wounds near Birmingham's Arcadian Centre, prompting widespread cordons and witness appeals.
A vulnerable Birmingham man with cerebral palsy suffered seven months of brutal attacks by a teenage gang who subjected him to horrific violence and humiliation in his own home.
West Midlands Police launch investigation after vandalism destroys essential public access bleed kit in Wednesbury, raising community safety concerns.
Disturbing new data exposes the areas with highest reported sexual offences across West Midlands, with Birmingham city centre topping the list. Police release crucial safety advice.
A Birmingham family recounts their terrifying ordeal after being forced to abandon their home when a violent gang armed with knives and weapons stormed their property in a shocking daylight attack.
Police are battling an alarming rise in criminal attacks on electric vehicle charging stations, with incidents including cable theft, vandalism and equipment damage costing thousands.
A devastating suspected carbon monoxide poisoning in Kingstanding claims three lives and leaves one fighting for survival as emergency services launch urgent investigation.
A teenage boy remains in critical condition after a brutal stabbing during Halloween celebrations in Birmingham, as police launch urgent manhunt for suspects.
A devastated Birmingham family makes emotional plea after precious garden robin ornaments are stolen from their Kingstanding home, with police investigating the heartbreaking theft.
Police uncover sophisticated cannabis farm with 1,500 plants in Birmingham industrial unit, as organised crime group's high-rolling operation goes up in smoke.
West Midlands Police issue urgent warning after criminals posing as officers steal life savings from vulnerable residents in convincing courier fraud scheme
A Birmingham burglar's crime spree ends with a 28-month sentence after she committed shocking offences including throwing human waste at police officers during her arrest.
Emotional scenes in Whitmore Reans as community mourns Ben Cook, whose life was tragically cut short in a suspected murder that has left residents in shock.
A Birmingham mother recounts the terrifying moment masked burglars stormed her home, demanding car keys while threatening her family in a violent late-night ordeal.
Exclusive data analysis uncovers Birmingham's crime hotspots as violent offences surge in the city centre, with Corporation Street and surrounding areas recording alarming crime statistics.
Police discover sophisticated cannabis cultivation operation with over 1,000 plants in Wolverhampton industrial unit, marking significant blow to organised crime.
A Birmingham teenager who brutally raped a woman in a park attempted to justify his actions to police by claiming his youth made him 'not a monster', as he receives lengthy prison sentence.
West Midlands Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses after a woman was brutally attacked by a group in Birmingham city centre. The shocking incident occurred near the Bullring shopping area.
A bungling female burglar's attempt to steal from a Birmingham home turned into a 20-minute comedy of errors as she struggled with a window, leaving behind crucial evidence.
A violent carjacking crew punched a man and stole his shoes before making off with his Mercedes in a terrifying Birmingham attack. West Midlands Police are hunting the dangerous offenders.
National Crime Agency exposes sophisticated drug trafficking operation using high-speed vessel to transport massive cocaine shipment into the UK. Three men convicted in landmark case.
Vandals have destroyed a fundraising Halloween display created to raise money for poorly children, devastating a Stourbridge community and leaving organisers heartbroken.
A violent Birmingham gang has been convicted for a series of brutal attacks where victims were beaten with hammers and stabbed in targeted violence across the city.
A 44-year-old mother was brutally stabbed to death in front of her five-year-old son in Kingstanding, Birmingham, as her teenage daughter desperately tried to save her. The community is in shock following the horrific daytime attack.
A persistent stalker from West Midlands has been sentenced to prison after bombarding a woman with thousands of messages, leaving her fearing for her safety in a case highlighting the serious consequences of digital harassment.
A Birmingham husband has been convicted of murder after waiting hours before calling emergency services while his wife lay fatally injured in their home.