NHS Manager Jailed for £123k Fraud
A Dudley NHS manager who swindled over £123,000 from the health trust to feed his gambling addiction has been jailed for two and a half years. Read the full story of the fraud.
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Man disguised as Deliveroo rider jailed for 38 years over shootings
Jazz Reid, 33, has been sentenced to 38 years for a series of shootings while disguised as a food delivery rider. An eight-year-old girl was among his victims. Read the full story.
Woman jailed for three years over £105k benefits fraud
Nicola Jewers, 43, defrauded the DWP of over £100,000 in Universal Credit, ESA and Housing Benefit over eight years. She failed to declare her partner was living with her. Read the full story.
Sentencing delay for child predator who snatched girl
Mohammed Abdulraziq, convicted of snatching and assaulting a five-year-old, awaits sentencing as probation assesses his 'dangerousness'. The case is adjourned until March 13.
Two men jailed for West Bromwich drive-by shooting
Two men have been sentenced for a shocking daylight drive-by shooting on a Black Country high street. The victim survived shotgun wounds to his head and shoulder. Read the full story.
Ex-TV star John Alford jailed for sex assaults on teens
Former ITV actor John Alford sentenced to over eight years for sexually assaulting two schoolgirls in 2022. Read the full court details and victim impact statements.
15-year sentences for pair after pensioner dies in failed robbery
Two men have been jailed for killing an 83-year-old man during a failed watch robbery in Birmingham. Read the full story of this violent attack and the police investigation.
Two jailed for 30 years after fatal Birmingham screwdriver robbery
Two career criminals have been jailed for a combined 30 years after a botched robbery with a screwdriver led to the death of an 83-year-old man in Birmingham. Read the full story.
Two jailed for 15 years after robbery led to pensioner's death
Two career criminals have been jailed for manslaughter after a violent attempted robbery in Birmingham led to the death of 83-year-old Neil O'Donnell. Read the full story.
Driver 'stepped over woman's body' after fatal golf course crash
A van driver killed Suzanne Cherry, 62, during a police chase at a Staffordshire golf club. He and two others fled fraud charges, preying on elderly victims. Read the full court report.
HSBC issues urgent warning over ticket fraud scam
HSBC warns UK customers to avoid buying tickets from unofficial sellers after a sharp rise in fraud. Learn how to spot scams and protect your money.
Benefit Fraudster Back on Universal Credit After Prison
Tsvetka Todorova, convicted in the UK's biggest DWP fraud, is receiving benefits again after early release. She vows to fight deportation. Read the full story.
Urgent Warning Over Digital Wallet Fraud in UK
Experts warn UK households of a sophisticated phishing scam targeting Apple Pay and Google Pay. Learn how fraudsters operate and the vital steps to protect your money.
Warning: Bank cards stolen from Apple Pay & Google Pay
UK households warned of sophisticated scam where fraudsters use phishing to steal card details and fund spending sprees via Apple Pay and Google Pay. Experts reveal how to protect yourself.
Teen caught after year on run from Birmingham scrap
A teenager who fled to Ireland after a massive family fight in Birmingham has been jailed. Thomas Sweeney junior was arrested on the M6 after more than a year on the run. Read the full story.
Money Mule Scams Jump 22%, Young Adults Most at Risk
Barclays issues an urgent warning as money mule scams rise by 22%. Over 207,000 accounts were misused in 2024, with a third of victims aged 22-29. Learn how to protect yourself.
Jailed conman's shocking dating fraud case revealed
A private investigator exposed a fraudster who pretended to be a successful businessman while serving a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated dating scam.
Couple jailed for stealing from dying man in Dudley
A heartless Dudley couple stole a laptop, watch and cards from a man as he received CPR. Jason Pettit and Jodie Westwood are now behind bars. Read the full court report.
Paedophile jailed for 14 years for raping girl
Henry Saklatvala, 38, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, has been sentenced to over 14 years in prison for the rape and sexual assault of a girl under 16. Staffordshire Police praised the survivor's bravery.
Son slashes dad in jail in first-ever meeting
Lee Spence, 25, launched a premeditated attack on his father John in HMP Perth, leaving a wound needing 40 stitches. He was given an extended sentence.
Holiday Inn rapist jailed for 12 years after attacks
Philip Duffield, 25, from Solihull, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for raping two women and assaulting a third after spiking her drink. Read the full court report.
CCTV Appeal After Courier Fraud Victims Tricked
West Midlands Police release CCTV images after victims in Birmingham, Coventry and Sandwell were tricked into handing over cash and bank cards in courier frauds. Can you help?
Woman claimed benefits after £120k inheritance
A 63-year-old from Barry failed to declare a £120,000 inheritance to the DWP, fraudulently claiming over £27,000 in Universal Credit. She received a suspended sentence.
Benefit fraud gang to repay just £2m of £54m stolen
A criminal gang behind Britain's largest benefit fraud, stealing £54m, has been ordered to repay just £2m. Read the shocking details of their lavish spending and the ongoing recovery efforts.
Fraudster steals £200K inheritance, flees UK
A woman lost her entire £200,000 inheritance after her boyfriend emptied their joint account and fled to the Middle East. Private investigator Dan Anderson reveals the devastating case.
Ticket Fraud Jumps to £9.7m, 10,000 Victims in 2024
UK concert fans lost £9.7m to ticket scams in 2024, with 10,000 cases reported. Experts warn of fake sites and share crucial red flags to avoid fraud. Learn how to protect yourself.
Benefits fraud gang to repay only £2m of £53m haul
A Bulgarian gang behind the UK's biggest benefits fraud will repay just £2m after moving millions abroad. Five were jailed for 25 years combined. Read the full story.
Teens jailed for 13 years over Birmingham park stabbing
Three teenagers have been sentenced to a combined 13 years for a vicious stabbing attack on a 15-year-old boy in Alum Rock's Morris Park. The victim required life-saving surgery.
DWP can now access bank accounts to seize cash
New DWP powers allow direct access to bank accounts to recover benefit overpayments and fraud. The law change aims to save £1.5bn. Find out what it means.
Fisherman jailed for £35k company theft scam
Lewis Collinson, 38, admitted theft after withdrawing £26,700 in cash and selling a company van. He received an 18-month suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
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