Fraud Victims Lost £238 Million in West Mercia Last Year
Fraud victims in West Mercia lost a combined £238 million last year, according to police figures. The data highlights the scale of financial crime in the region.
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Car Smashes Into Cannock Home: Shocking Damage Photos
A car crashed into a house in Cannock, causing extensive damage. The homeowner described hearing an 'almighty bang' before the vehicle plowed into the living room.
Wolverhampton bus driver claimed £30k in Covid loans
Sohail Cheema, 35, fraudulently obtained £30,000 in Bounce Back Loans for a non-trading company. He received a suspended sentence and 10-year director ban.
Man dies after being hit by lorry in Wombourne
A pedestrian was struck by a lorry on the B4176 Bridgnorth Road in Wombourne on Monday morning. Despite emergency services' efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Telford Man Fears Release of Killer of His Four Children and Ex-Wife
A Telford man fears the release of the man who murdered his four children and ex-wife, as the killer approaches parole eligibility.
Police Still Searching for Mother of Newborn Found Dead
Police are still trying to find the mother of a newborn baby girl found dead in a waste pile at a Rowley Regis warehouse, amid welfare concerns.
Rochdale Riverside Launches Pairs with Purpose Appeal
A new charity initiative at Rochdale Riverside calls for donations of new socks and underwear to support homeless individuals through Cold Hands Warm Hearts.
Swan Pool 'Eerily Quiet' After Woman's Body Pulled
Sandwell's Swan Pool was 'eerily quiet' days after a woman's body was pulled from the water. Emergency services responded to a missing woman on Saturday evening.
Drivers face £200 fines and 6 points for smartwatch use
Drivers caught using smartwatches while driving could face £200 fines and six penalty points, as police target the 'legal grey area' of wearable tech.
Courier Fraud: £3k Spent on Stolen Bank Cards
West Midlands Police are investigating a courier fraud where £3,000 was spent on stolen bank cards. A woman in her 80s was targeted by a scammer posing as a police officer.
Police Probe Spitting Incident on West Midlands Train
British Transport Police are investigating after a man was spat at on a train in the West Midlands. The victim was left distressed and officers are appealing for witnesses.
Martin Lewis Urges Meter Photos Before July 1 Price Cap
Martin Lewis urges households with British Gas, EDF, OVO, Octopus, and EON meters to take photos before the new Ofgem price cap starts on July 1, as bills rise by £221 a year.
FleurFest Community Event Raises Funds for Local Charities
FleurFest, a community festival in Birmingham, raised over £10,000 for local charities, drawing hundreds of attendees with live music, food, and family activities.
Aisleyne Horgan Wallace Blames XL Bully Bite on Heatwave
Former Big Brother star Aisleyne Horgan Wallace, 47, says an XL Bully bite left her scarred for life, blaming the heatwave for the sudden attack.
Afghan Rapists Fled to Birmingham After Attacking Teen
Three Afghan nationals who raped a 17-year-old girl in Bristol fled to Birmingham and then escaped the UK in a lorry, but were arrested in Calais and returned to face justice.
Shooting at World Cup Fan Zone in San Jose Kills One
A shooting at a World Cup fan zone in San Jose, California, left one dead and another with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at San Pedro Square, where crowds had gathered for watch parties.
Brit Teen Missing in Romania Mountains Search Resumes
George Smyth, 18, from Newport, Shropshire, vanished in Romania's Bucegi Mountains in November. Mountain rescue teams resumed searching in Valea Gigănesti under deep snow, but no leads found.
Bring It On Brum: Free Summer Holiday Clubs Launch in Birmingham
Bookings open for Birmingham's Bring It On Brum programme, offering hundreds of free holiday clubs and healthy meals for children from low-income families.
Solihull Drivers Face £70 Fines After Grace Period Ends
Drivers in Solihull are now facing £70 fines as new traffic enforcement cameras become operational following a six-month grace period, targeting dangerous driving and congestion.
Fake courier tricked Birmingham man into handing over bank cards
West Midlands Police have released images of two men after a victim was tricked into handing over his bank cards to fake couriers, who then spent £3,000 on an iPhone and other goods in Birmingham city centre.
Newborn Body Found in Festival Toilet in Michigan
The body of a newborn baby was discovered in a portable restroom at the Electric Forest festival in Rothbury, Michigan, prompting a police investigation and a plea for public assistance.
North-Facing Gardens: Expert Tips for Shade Plants
North-facing gardens thrive in heatwaves with shade-tolerant plants. Experts share tips on soil types, foliage focus, and design tricks to create a lush, cool oasis.
DVLA Licence Age Change for Drivers with 4 Conditions
Teenagers on disability benefits can get provisional driving licences at 16, a year earlier than normal, for conditions including anxiety, ADHD, depression, and agoraphobia.
Two Boys Die in Hot Car in Cyprus After Being Left Inside
Two boys, aged eight and 10, were found dead in a car in Cyprus after allegedly being left inside to sleep. The father and stepmother were arrested on suspicion of negligence.
Eviction Calls Over Traveller Camp in Hodge Hill Park
Travellers have set up camp on Brook Meadow in Hodge Hill, prompting Councillor Majid Mahmood to request eviction proceedings and animal welfare checks.
Scottish Man Shot Dead on Luxury Caribbean Island
Danny Vettrino, 37, from Fife, was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Canouan, St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Police have opened an investigation and two men are held for questioning.
Police Seek Man After Coseley and Tipton Shop Thefts
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of a man they want to speak to after electrical items, food and cleaning products were stolen from three stores in Coseley and Tipton on June 4.
Dad-of-three let children down after Jaguar drink-drive crash
Phillemon Tsagwa, 37, was more than three times the drink-drive limit when he crashed his Jaguar in Birmingham. He told the court he had let his three children down and is now attending AA meetings.
New Dog Walking Rule: UK Households Face £500 Fine
A new law from Monday 29 June increases fines for dog fouling to £500. The Crime & Policing Act 2026 allows councils to issue higher penalties for breaches of public space protection orders.
Extend Homelessness Pilot Across West Midlands, Says Deputy Mayor
A call has been made to extend a homelessness pilot from Birmingham and Coventry to the whole West Midlands, after £18m was approved for the two cities, with fears of a 'stampede' to them.
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