Birmingham landmark illegally demolished - council probe
Birmingham City Council has initiated a formal investigation after a landmark building in Erdington was illegally demolished, sparking outrage among local residents and heritage campaigners.
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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.
Police crackdown on illegal street racing in West Midlands
Police forces across the West Midlands launch coordinated offensive against dangerous street racing, deploying ANPR technology and increased patrols to combat nuisance drivers.
HMRC investigates 13,000 self-employed in tax crackdown
Thousands of self-employed Britons face HMRC investigations as the tax authority ramps up compliance checks amid cost of living pressures. Discover what's triggering these probes and how to protect yourself.
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.
Charity Thief Hunted After Stealing from Vulnerable in Birmingham
West Midlands Police are hunting a callous thief who stole charity boxes from a Birmingham shop supporting vulnerable adults with learning disabilities.
Pensioner beaten by thugs in vicious street robbery
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.
Hero staff stop train knife attack in West Midlands
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.
Birmingham city centre stabbing: Man found with knife wounds
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.
Disabled man's 7-month gang terror ordeal in Birmingham
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.
Bleed Kit Vandalism Sparks Police Hunt in Wednesbury
West Midlands Police launch investigation after vandalism destroys essential public access bleed kit in Wednesbury, raising community safety concerns.
Birmingham cracks down on Blue Badge fraudsters
Birmingham City Council launches major crackdown on drivers illegally using disabled parking badges, with enforcement officers patrolling city streets to catch fraudsters exploiting the system.
West Midlands Sexual Assault Hotspots Mapped
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.
Birmingham family flees home after knife gang attack
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.
EV charger crime surges as criminals target power points
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.
DWP's New Anti-Fraud Powers Revealed
Major government crackdown on benefit fraud revealed as DWP gains sweeping new investigation powers affecting millions of claimants. Find out how these changes could impact you.
Police Launch Night-Time Driving Safety Crackdown
Police forces across the UK are launching an intensive crackdown on dangerous night-time driving, targeting speeding, drink and drug driving, and mobile phone use during high-risk hours.
Birmingham's Most Dangerous Streets Revealed
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.
£100m Cocaine Smuggling Plot Using Speedboat Exposed
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.
Mother stabbed to death in front of son in Birmingham
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.
Police hunt Birmingham jewellery store raiders
West Midlands Police release CCTV images and appeal for public help to identify suspects following daring daylight robbery at Birmingham jewellery store.
Organised crime gangs target Midlands in vehicle theft epidemic
West Midlands Police reveal shocking details of highly organised criminal networks targeting luxury vehicles across the region, with keyless car theft becoming the weapon of choice for sophisticated gangs.
Notorious crime family head freed from prison
Dominic Noonan, the infamous leader of Birmingham's most feared crime family, has been released from prison after serving less than half of his 11-year sentence, sparking concerns among law enforcement and community leaders.
Teen arrested after Birmingham stabbing in Ladywood
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested following a serious stabbing incident in Birmingham's Ladywood area, as police continue their investigation into the violent attack that has rattled local residents.
West Midlands man arrested in EncroChat crime probe
A 42-year-old man from the West Midlands has been arrested as part of a major National Crime Agency operation targeting organised crime through the compromised EncroChat encrypted phone network.
Sisters' drug empire crumbles after M6 police stop
Two sisters from Merseyside are behind bars after their flashy BMW and suspicious behaviour on the M6 motorway led police to uncover a sophisticated county lines drug operation supplying cocaine across the UK.
Birmingham's fly-tipping crackdown: £300 instant fines
Birmingham City Council launches tough new crackdown on illegal dumping with immediate £300 penalties and enhanced surveillance across problem areas.
Killer's Chilling Lloyds Bank Visit Caught on CCTV
Shocking CCTV footage reveals murderer Anthony Boughton's casual bank visit moments before his arrest for the brutal killing of David Harlow in West Bromwich.
Birmingham Crime Hotspots: City Centre Tops Dangerous Areas List
Exclusive police data uncovers Birmingham's crime epidemic with city centre, Ladywood and Aston emerging as the worst affected areas. Discover the full breakdown of crime statistics across the Second City.
Police crackdown on dangerous off-road bikers
Police forces across the West Midlands are launching a major crackdown on illegal off-road biking, with new powers to seize vehicles and arrest riders causing havoc in communities.
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