Homeless man crushed to death in bin lorry
Tragic death of Sajmir Beca, 30, after being crushed in a refuse lorry in Northampton. The inquest reveals details as charities call for action on rough sleeping.
Tragic death of Sajmir Beca, 30, after being crushed in a refuse lorry in Northampton. The inquest reveals details as charities call for action on rough sleeping.
Explore the remarkable history of Birmingham Accident Hospital, the world's first trauma centre that treated Blitz victims and pioneered emergency care. Discover its lasting impact.
Police have concluded their investigation into the death of Lee Claydon, 45, who fell from Wembley Stadium during an Oasis concert. The father-of-three's death has been ruled a tragic accident.
A serious multi-vehicle collision has shut the M6 northbound between J8 and J9, causing 75-minute delays. Avoid the area and check for updates.
Ceri Ball, 74, tragically died after choking on a mouthful of steak while on holiday in Spain with her husband. Read the full heartbreaking story.
Tributes paid to Steven Simpson, a 42-year-old father-of-four from Bilbrook, who died six days after a crash on Stourbridge Road. Police appeal for information.
A man is fighting for his life after being hit by a car on Lawley Middleway, Digbeth. Police have sealed off the major route. Avoid the area and find alternative routes.
Reaz Dixon, 20, has been sentenced to 15 years for a Telford rape. Police commend the victim's bravery and urge others to report sexual offences.
Sam Anwar, 18 months, survived drinking caustic soda that caused a heart attack and destroyed half his tongue. The Birmingham family seeks help for his recovery journey.
A Telford man has been jailed and given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from specific shops after a spree of thefts and assaults on staff. Read the full story.
Chloe McGee, Shay Duffy, Alan McCluskey, Dylan Commins, and Chloe Hipson died in a tragic collision in Co Louth. Read the latest on the investigation.
A detailed account of the 1910 Ormskirk railway disaster. Discover the heroic rescue efforts and the official inquest findings from this tragic historical event.
Five young people killed in a two-car crash outside Dundalk. Police appeal for witnesses and footage from the L3168 on Saturday night. Read the latest updates.
Five young people killed in two-car collision outside Dundalk. Police appeal for witnesses and footage from the L3168 on Saturday night.
Abubakar Saleem, 21, from Telford faces attempted murder and weapon charges following a Saturday evening incident. He has appeared at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court.
Spandau Ballet's Martin Kemp reveals details of his terrifying chainsaw accident just weeks before entering the I'm A Celebrity jungle. Read his full health update now.
A man in his 30s was hospitalised after being struck by a police vehicle responding on blue lights in Selly Oak. West Midlands Police has referred the incident to its professional standards department.
Residents near Granville Landfill in Telford are warned of a temporary increase in unpleasant odours during essential gas well installation work in December 2025.
A bus collision in Stockholm's Ostermalm district has resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Police have arrested the driver. Read the latest updates.
Family pays tribute to Andzie 'Stan' Stanik, killed when a council bin lorry crashed into a Leominster building. Two others seriously injured in the incident.
A man in his 40s was hospitalised after being struck by a car on Pershore Road, Selly Oak, at 1.40am. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
Warwickshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a motorcyclist was found with fatal injuries on the A46 southbound near Kenilworth on Tuesday evening.
Police are urgently seeking Abubakar Saleem, 21, after a 20-year-old man was stabbed at a Telford firework display. Three arrests made. Call 01952 214646 with information.
Emergency services rushed to the A4117 in Cleobury Mortimer after a bus and car collision. Three people were taken to hospital. Read the latest updates.
A man in his 30s suffered serious injuries after colliding with a VW Golf on the A49 near Wellington. Police appeal for dashcam footage from November 10 incident.
AA warns of 11% crash rise after clock change. Low sun on wet roads creates blinding glare. Experts advise sunglasses and a four-second gap for safety.
West Mercia Police appeal for information after a staff member was assaulted during a robbery at a Greggs in Telford. A grinning man is sought in connection with the incident.
A man suffers serious burns after attempting to launch a firework from between his buttocks. Footage of the incident emerges as firework accidents rise by 42%.
Birmingham Council proposes 20mph limits and bus gates for Vauxhall and Duddeston after 58 crashes in three years. Public consultation now open.
Emergency services rushed to a serious multi-vehicle collision on the M6 northbound between junctions 5 and 6, leaving three people with life-threatening injuries and causing major traffic disruption across the West Midlands.