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.
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Jonty Bravery gets 16 weeks for attacking hospital staff
Jonty Bravery, serving life for throwing a boy from Tate Modern, is sentenced for assaulting nurses at Broadmoor Hospital. Read the full court details.
Manhunt for prisoner who escaped HMP Thorn Cross
Police are searching for Kieran Cameron, 43, who absconded from HMP Thorn Cross. He is serving 23 years for a 2016 attempted murder in Dorset. Do not approach, call 999.
Escaped Leyhill prisoners caught after week on run
Matthew Armstrong and Daniel Washbourne, who absconded from HMP Leyhill on New Year's Day, are back in custody. Armstrong faces a new robbery charge. Read the full details.
Dorset OT Wins National Award for Prison Work
Jennifer Stickney named AHP of the Year 2025 for a groundbreaking model reducing prisoner violence and re-offending. Her work is set for national rollout.
Two Violent Prisoners on Run Spotted in Bristol
Police issue urgent update as convicted murderers Matthew Armstrong and Daniel Washbourne, who absconded from HMP Leyhill, are captured on CCTV in Bristol. Public warned not to approach.
Drug lord's sentence extended for prison gun plot
A convicted heroin smuggler who orchestrated a firearms racket from his cell in a bid to reduce his sentence has had his jail term increased by six years. Read the full story.
Murder Trial Opens for Kings Heath Street Attack
The trial begins for two men accused of murdering Craig 'Yankee' Dean in Kings Heath. Follow the latest court updates from Birmingham Crown Court.
Man prefers prison to struggle of finding work after release
Iain Macpherson, freed after 22 years for murder, claims the stigma of his life sentence makes employment and housing impossible, leaving him wishing for recall.
Two Prisoners Escape HMP Leyhill, Public Warned
Matthew Armstrong, 35, and Daniel Washbourne, 40, absconded from HMP Leyhill in South Gloucestershire. Police urge public not to approach and call 999 immediately if seen.
Police hunt Wolverhampton man for breaching gun offence licence
Anthony Bosenquet, 58, is wanted for recall to prison after breaching his licence conditions. He served part of a 66-month sentence for possessing a firearm. Police appeal for public help.
Seven prisoner deaths at HMP Birmingham in 2025
Seven inmates died at HMP Birmingham last year as prison deaths across England and Wales rose by 30%. Coroner warns 'more will die' without action on drone drug drops.
Crowbar Attack at Newton Hospital Injures Five
A man in his 20s has been arrested after attacking staff and patients with a crowbar at Newton Community Hospital. Five people were injured. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Nightclub bouncer jailed for Christmas works party assault
A Staffordshire nightclub bouncer knocked a man unconscious during a works Christmas party. Jordan Shay received a suspended sentence for the vicious assault. Read the full court details.
Teenager attacked with zombie knife in Coventry
A 15-year-old boy was wounded in a zombie knife attack near Upper Well Street, Coventry, in November. Police release CCTV images and appeal for witnesses.
Jailed prison guards: Five officers sentenced for inmate relationships
Five female prison officers have been jailed in 2025 for inappropriate relationships with inmates. Read the shocking details of the cases and the ongoing crackdown.
HMP Birmingham's 2025 Christmas dinner menu revealed
Prisoners at HMP Birmingham will be served a traditional festive meal on Christmas Day 2025, including turkey and nut roast. See the full menu and how it's funded within the existing budget.
Birmingham Criminals Jailed Before Christmas 2025
A round-up of Birmingham criminals jailed in December 2025, including a murderer, rapists, and drug dealers. Read the shocking details of their crimes and sentences.
Dangerous driver jailed for 70mph police chase
A disqualified driver who led police on a terrifying 70mph chase through residential streets and rammed a police car has been jailed. Read the full story and sentencing details.
Birmingham Prison Christmas Eve 2025 Menu Revealed
The full Christmas Eve and Christmas Day menus for HMP Birmingham's 1,450 inmates have been disclosed. See the meal choices, from halal options to festive treats.
Bondi Attack: New Footage and Gun Law Changes
Australian police release new details on the Bondi Beach attackers' preparations. The tragedy prompts NSW's toughest gun laws and new radicalisation offences. Read the full investigation.
HMP Birmingham's Christmas Day dinner menu revealed
The festive menu for over 1,400 inmates at HMP Birmingham has been disclosed, featuring turkey, vegan options, and Christmas pudding. Discover the full festive spread served on December 25.
Bondi Attacker's Family 'Had No Idea' of Radical Mindset
A new image of Sajid Akram, the Bondi Beach gunman, is released. His family claim they were unaware of his radicalisation. Read the latest on the Sydney terror attack investigation.
Dangerous child sex offender jailed for 30-year abuse
Andrew Davies, a dangerous child sex offender from the Midlands, has been given a lengthy prison sentence for historical abuse spanning 30 years. The judge praised the survivors' bravery.
Inmate Ethan Black escapes from HMP Sudbury
Police are hunting Ethan Black, 36, who escaped an open prison in Derbyshire. The public is warned not to approach him. Contact Derbyshire Constabulary with information.
Thug jailed for stabbing sharpei puppy to death
Matej Ciroka has been sentenced to 18 months in prison and banned from keeping animals for life after fatally stabbing his seven-month-old sharpei, Aki, with a kitchen knife in Stoke-on-Trent.
Two men hospitalised after Ferryhill attack
A 49-year-old man had a substance thrown in his face and a 44-year-old man was stabbed in a targeted morning assault in Ferryhill, County Durham. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Bondi Terror Attack Inspired by Islamic State, Police Say
Australian police confirm the Bondi terror attack that killed 15 was inspired by Islamic State. IEDs and homemade flags found. Latest updates and official response.
Walsall gang jailed over 130 years for violent attack
Amar Khan jailed for 13 years for a premeditated attack in Walsall where victims were shot and slashed. The group's total sentences exceed 130 years. Read the full report.
HMP Birmingham drone drug warning after inmate death
A coroner warns of more deaths at HMP Birmingham unless action is taken to stop drones smuggling drugs like spice. Read the urgent report and demands for change.
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