Five charged after Boxing Day knife fight in Rugby pub
Five men face charges after a large-scale disorder involving knives erupted at a Rugby pub on Boxing Day night. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
Five men face charges after a large-scale disorder involving knives erupted at a Rugby pub on Boxing Day night. Police are appealing for witnesses and video footage.
The sister of Anthony Sharma, murdered by Diogo Bettencourt, shares her grief and calls for witnesses. West Midlands Police appeal for information on the brutal attack.
A 22-year-old man has been detained on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of 15-year-old Adam Henry in Islington. Read the latest on the police investigation.
Three teenagers have been sentenced for a vicious stabbing in a Birmingham park. The 15-year-old victim required eight hours of surgery. Read the full court report.
Exclusive police data maps Birmingham's most dangerous neighbourhoods. City centre leads with 4,694 violent and sexual offences in a year. See how your area compares.
A homeless burglar who woke two students by standing over their bed with a knife has been jailed for 45 months. Read the full story of the terrifying Staffordshire incident.
Exclusive analysis of West Midlands Police figures ranks every Birmingham area for violence and sexual offences. See where your neighbourhood stands in the latest crime data.
A 23-year-old man is in custody after a fatal stabbing on Swanage Road, Small Heath. Police continue to investigate the incident which occurred on December 20. Contact police with information.
A murder investigation is underway after a man died from stab wounds in Oldbury. A 17-year-old is in custody as police appeal for dashcam footage.
A 14-year-old fights for life and a 13-year-old is seriously hurt after a tractor overturned on a County Durham farm. Police appeal for witnesses.
A new crime severity list ranks Birmingham as the 6th most dangerous area in Britain for violent crime. See where your town ranks and get the latest crime news.
Daisy House, a 16-year-old Sixth Form student, has died after being found injured on tracks at Loughton Underground station. Her family pays tribute.
HMRC warns thousands turning 18 they may have lost Child Trust Funds worth £2k on average. Find out how to claim your forgotten government savings now.
Birmingham City Council unveils new hostile vehicle bollards and knife detection arches for the final weekend of the German Market. Enhanced patrols and CCTV aim to ensure a safe festive season.
New crime severity scores rank UK towns and cities. See where Birmingham, Nottingham, and other Midlands areas place on the national list of most dangerous places.
The jury has been discharged after failing to reach a verdict in the case of a 14-year-old girl accused of murdering a mother-of-three. A retrial is set for May 2026.
West Midlands Police launch Winter in Action initiative with specialist officers to tackle knife crime and reassure visitors to Birmingham's Christmas Markets. Senior officers urge public not to fear the city centre.
A teenage boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after nine-year-old Aria was found stabbed at a house in Weston-super-Mare. The community is in shock.
A nine-year-old girl has been found dead at a property in Lime Close, Weston-super-Mare. A teenage boy is in custody on suspicion of murder. Police urge the public not to speculate.
West Midlands Police install knife arches at Birmingham New Street as part of Operation Active. The crackdown follows 12 stabbings in the city centre this year. Read the latest on the safety measures.
A 15-year-old boy accused of murdering 12-year-old Leo Ross in a Birmingham knife attack has been remanded in custody. The trial is scheduled for February. Read the latest court updates.
Parents in Birmingham are expressing deep concern over letting their children visit the city's Christmas Markets alone, following a spate of knife crime. Discover their fears and police safety advice.
Two teenagers arrested after a man was stabbed on City Road, Edgbaston. Police believe those involved were known to each other. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Three Birmingham men are among a gang sentenced to 82 years for a pre-planned, violent knifepoint robbery at a Hereford music studio. Read the full details of the attack and sentencing.
Two men were seriously injured in a stabbing near Birmingham city centre. Ten people have been arrested. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Boots has launched a limited edition Carmex lip balm gift set, perfect for teenage girls. The £10 tin includes two full-sized balms and has glowing reviews. Discover this festive beauty steal.
A major police operation across the West Midlands has led to 80 arrests and the recovery of 23 blades. Officers conducted hundreds of stop searches and weapon sweeps to tackle serious youth violence.
Nicholas Orlando Green has been sentenced to 11 years for an unprovoked double stabbing at Kennington Underground station. The attack left two strangers with life-altering injuries.
Conservative councillors demand a public safety emergency in Birmingham after stabbings, but Labour says crime is falling and action is already a top priority. Read the full debate.
Shocking CCTV shows Mohammed Amin trying to force his way into a vehicle on Waterloo Road. The 38-year-old has pleaded guilty to multiple charges. Read the full story.