Police Divers Search River Leam in Murder Probe
Warwickshire Police divers are searching the River Leam in Leamington Spa as part of a murder investigation after Adam Lucas was found dead in Victoria Park.
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Dudley Teen Mum's 2003 Disappearance Remains Unsolved Mystery
Natalie Putt, a 17-year-old mother from Lower Gornal, vanished in September 2003 and has never been found. Police suspect foul play, but the case remains cold despite extensive searches.
Walsall Dad Gets Life for Murdering Baby Daughter
Sean Jefferson from Walsall has been sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 22 years for the murder of his infant daughter Darcy-Leigh, who suffered 47 fractures and severe brain injuries.
Unsolved Disappearance of Dudley Mum Natalie Putt
The baffling case of Natalie Putt, a young mother who vanished without trace in September 2003, continues to frustrate detectives and torment her family two decades later.
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Solihull Council Seeks Greater Powers to Control HMO Growth
Solihull Council is pursuing an Article 4 directive to lower the HMO licensing threshold from six to three occupants, with cross-party support passed at the latest full council meeting.
Police Seek Family of Critically Injured Man After Birmingham Attack
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for help to trace relatives of a 60-year-old man left in serious condition following a severe assault in Handsworth, Birmingham.
Urgent Appeal for Relatives of Critically Injured Birmingham Man
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing to locate relatives of Mark Patrick Regan, a 60-year-old man left fighting for his life after a serious assault in Handsworth. A 38-year-old man has been charged and remanded in custody.
Arson Probe After Birmingham Factory Blaze Involving 24 Firefighters
West Midlands Police are treating a major factory fire in Lozells as suspected arson after 24 firefighters battled the blaze in the early hours of Sunday morning.
25+ Cars Seized Daily in West Midlands for No Insurance
West Midlands Police seized over 9,500 vehicles for uninsured driving in 2025, averaging more than 25 cars daily. Birmingham postcodes rank among the worst offenders.
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Van Driver Arrested After Collision with Police Car in Yardley
A van driver has been arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving, drink driving, and having no licence or insurance after colliding with a West Midlands Police vehicle responding to a 999 call in Yardley.
Man Injured in Leicester City Centre Brawl
A man was hospitalized with potentially life-changing injuries after a violent altercation in Leicester city centre early Sunday morning. Police are investigating and have arrested one suspect.
DWP Extends PIP Payment Period to Three Years
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced that Personal Independence Payment claimants will now receive payments for a minimum of three years before reassessment, extending from as little as nine months previously. This change aims to reduce admi
Serious Injury at Nuneaton Wetherspoon's Pub After Dispute
A man in his 20s suffered serious head injuries following a confrontation at The Felix Holt Wetherspoon's in Nuneaton. Warwickshire Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which occurred on Saturday night.
Boyfriend Jailed for Solihull Tower Block Attack
Jordan Herring sentenced to five years for domestic violence attack that left Bobbie Goodman with life-threatening injuries after a 40ft fall from a fourth-floor window in Chelmsley Wood.
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Dudley Nursery Worker Jailed for Toddler's Death
A nursery worker in Dudley has been sentenced to prison for gross negligence manslaughter after a 14-month-old boy died from unsafe sleep practices at Fairytales Day Nursery.
Urgent Appeal: Missing Walsall Teen Euan, Call 999 if Seen
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to find missing 15-year-old Euan from Walsall. He was last seen on Saturday evening and is known to travel on trains, with links to Derby and London.
Man Fined for Drunken Rant at New Street Station
Adam Dadra, 25, was arrested and fined £331 after shouting threats while intoxicated outside Greggs at Birmingham New Street station in March, a court heard.
Illegal Immigrant Father Jailed for Birmingham Brothels
Dongping Xiao, a 42-year-old Chinese national staying illegally in the UK, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for operating two brothels in Birmingham. Police found evidence of sex work at properties in Edgbaston and Deritend.
Birmingham Brothel Minder Sentenced to One Year in Prison
A man has been sentenced to one year in prison for operating two brothels in Birmingham, following a probe by West Midlands Police's specialist crime team.
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Man Admits 48,000 Child Abuse Images, Avoids Jail
Ian Lavender, 58, from Kingswinford, admitted making over 48,000 indecent images of children as young as two, but walked free from court with a community order.
Bus Driver Abused and Spat at in Birmingham City Centre
West Midlands Police have launched a CCTV appeal to identify a man wanted in connection with a disturbing assault on a bus driver in James Watt Queensway.
Defiant Campaigners Fight to Save Historic White Lion Pub
The Friends of the White Lion group continues its battle to protect the historic pub in Caldmore, facing a lengthy wait for a local listing decision while fearing deterioration by owners.
£48 State Pension Boost Arrives, But Not for All Over-65s
Millions of pensioners see a £48 monthly increase in their state pension this month, but a two-tier system based on retirement date creates significant payment disparities.
Paramedic's £60k Ice Cream Side Hustle Eases Stress
James Shemmeld, a West Midlands paramedic since 2013, runs a thriving ice cream van business generating £60,000 annually alongside his medical work, started as a mental health respite.
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Appeal to Identify Suspect in Bus Driver Attack in Birmingham
Police have released a photo of a man wanted for questioning after a bus driver was assaulted and spat at in Birmingham. Authorities urge the public to come forward with any information.
Paramedic Makes £60k a Year from Ice Cream Vans
James Shemmeld, a paramedic from Newcastle-under-Lyme, runs a £60,000-a-year ice cream business alongside his private ambulance service, using it to destress from his demanding medical work.
BBC TV Licence Free for Some Pensioners: Many Unaware
State pensioners born before 1951 may qualify for a BBC TV Licence reduced to £0, but many are missing out due to lack of awareness about Pension Credit eligibility.
Family Fury Over Young Dad Killed by Speeding Driver
The devastated family of Hizar Hanif, 32, killed in a high-speed crash on Soho Road, share their anger and grief as the driver is sentenced to seven years.
Mysterious 'Pied Piper' Captivates Birmingham with Street Dance
A viral video shows a lone musician dancing on Stephenson Street, drawing a crowd of passers-by who join in the spontaneous celebration, earning him the nickname 'The Pied Piper of Birmingham'.
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West Midlands Criminals Avoid Immediate Jail in March Cases
A review of March court cases in the West Midlands where offenders convicted of serious crimes, including sexual offences and large-scale theft, received suspended sentences or community orders instead of immediate custody.
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