Birmingham safety fears after city centre attacks
Residents reveal growing unease in Birmingham city centre following a series of violent incidents, including a fatal attack. West Midlands Police increase patrols.
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Birmingham's most dangerous areas ranked for 2025
New crime data reveals Birmingham's most dangerous neighbourhoods for violent and sexual offences. Lozells and East Handsworth top the list with over 2,200 incidents each.
Gangster's 'Treasure Map' Guns Plot Exposed
Crime boss Thomas 'Bomber' Kavanagh drew a treasure map to hidden machine guns in a failed bid to reduce his 21-year sentence. The NCA's encrypted phone crackdown uncovered the audacious ruse.
Woman stabbed to death near Birmingham's worst crime street
Katie Fox, 34, fatally stabbed at Birmingham bus stop opposite Worcester Street - the city centre's worst crime hotspot with 965 reported incidents this year.
Brit Crime Thriller 'The Gatherings' Shocks Viewers
New BBC crime drama 'The Gatherings' leaves viewers stunned with its dark storyline and unexpected twists. Discover why audiences are calling it must-watch television.
GPS tracker gunman jailed for 32-year sentence
Leon Haughton tracked his victim using GPS devices before a point-blank car park shooting in Dudley. Discover how police uncovered this pre-planned attack.
Sex attack happens daily in West Midlands hotspot
Shocking crime figures reveal a sex offence is reported every day in Birmingham city centre, the West Midlands' worst location for such crimes. Discover the full list of hotspots.
924 arrested in UK raids on high street crime fronts
HMRC and NCA raids target UK businesses used for money laundering and drug dealing. 924 arrests made and over £10m seized. Read the full story.
Nottingham drug lord jailed for 14-year Thailand operation
Vejay Samuels ran a Midlands cocaine and heroin network from Thailand, living a luxury life before being sentenced to 14 years. Discover how police brought down the organised crime group.
Birmingham's Most Violent Neighbourhoods Exposed
New police figures reveal Birmingham's most dangerous areas with Central Birmingham reporting 315.7 violent crimes per 1,000 residents. Discover the hotspots.
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.
Man jailed for scissors stabbing in Hanley Park
Abdulrahin Abbker, 25, has been sentenced to two years in prison after stabbing two men with scissors in Stoke-on-Trent's Hanley Park following an argument. Read the full details.
Man jailed for 9 years over bottle attacks and arson
Kyle Purcell, 21, has been sentenced to nine years for attacking two women with bottles and setting fire to his flat in Burton-on-Trent. Read the full court details.
Greggs worker assaulted in Telford sandwich robbery
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.
Birmingham's Safest Areas: 2025 Crime Rate Report
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported fewest incidents in past year.
Birmingham's 13 Safest Areas With Lowest Crime Rates
Explore the latest data revealing Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with the lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported the fewest incidents.
Three arrested after Birmingham teenager robbed at knifepoint
West Midlands Police have arrested three suspects following a terrifying knifepoint robbery targeting a teenage boy in Birmingham's Kings Heath area. The victim was threatened with a blade before having his possessions stolen in broad daylight.
Four charged in Sainsbury's car park crime crackdown
Four individuals face serious charges following a major police operation targeting organised retail crime at a Birmingham Sainsbury's supermarket car park.
Man in court over £100k criminal damage across West Midlands
A Birmingham man faces multiple charges after allegedly causing extensive damage to vehicles and properties across the West Midlands, with estimated losses reaching six figures.
Police hunt thugs after brutal double assault in Solihull
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after two men were brutally attacked in separate incidents in Solihull town centre. Detectives believe the violent assaults may be linked.
Teens Escape Jail for Vicious Wolverhampton Attack
Shocking footage of a brutal assault on a vulnerable man in Wolverhampton sparks national debate as perpetrators receive community orders, prompting victims' families to demand tougher youth sentencing laws.
TikTok Murder: Tristyn Bailey Case Goes Viral
The disturbing story of how a Florida teenager's murder went viral on TikTok is now being explored in a new ITV documentary, examining the dark intersection of social media and true crime.
£700k Gold Bars Found in Police Raid
West Midlands Police uncovered a treasure trove of 7kg gold bars, luxury watches, and £100,000 cash in a major organised crime bust across Birmingham and Solihull.
Golf buggy cocaine dealer jailed in Birmingham
A Birmingham drug dealer who used a golf buggy to transport cocaine around the city's streets has been sentenced to prison in a case that highlights innovative criminal methods being employed by drug networks.
Violence against shop workers surges by one-third
Shocking new data reveals a dramatic surge in physical assaults and verbal abuse targeting retail staff across Britain, with Co-op reporting over 1,000 incidents daily.
Staffordshire Family's Triple Award Triumph
Discover how one remarkable Staffordshire family dominated the 2025 Sykes GEMS Awards with three generations celebrating business success together.
Staffordshire Farm Wins Triple at Business Awards
A remarkable family-run farm in Staffordshire has achieved an extraordinary triple victory at the county's business awards, celebrating excellence in sustainability, diversification and community engagement.
Tamworth: England's Original Capital Before London
Explore the remarkable history of Tamworth, the ancient capital of Mercia that once ruled over much of England. Uncover how this market town predated London as England's political heart.
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.
Dayhole Bridge restored and reopened in Manifold Valley
After extensive restoration work, the iconic Dayhole Bridge in Staffordshire's stunning Manifold Valley has officially reopened, reconnecting vital footpaths and preserving important local heritage for future generations.
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