Birmingham crime triangle: Handsworth, Lozells, Aston
Handsworth, Lozells and Aston form Birmingham's most violent crime triangle, with 2,400 offences each in a year. Residents face gang wars, stabbings and robberies.
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Birmingham driver fined for 46mph in 20mph zone
A driver was caught doing 46mph in a 20mph zone on Vincent Drive, Birmingham, the worst speeding case in the city this year, according to a BirminghamLive FOI request.
Birmingham August jail round-up: 12 criminals sentenced
Birmingham courts jailed 12 offenders in August, including a bank robber with a meat cleaver and a couple who crossed the Channel illegally.
Drug dealer with £900 stash avoids jail after rehabilitation
Jamie McKeown, 45, avoided jail for drug dealing in Wolverhampton after a court heard of his progress tackling addiction. He was caught with £900 of cocaine and heroin.
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Birmingham cameras issue 453 fines for banned turns
New Birmingham city centre cameras have issued 453 fines for banned turns at Newhall Street and Great Charles Queensway since June, targeting dangerous manoeuvres.
Tipton cannabis farmer jailed for £220k raid
Arait Dishani, 28, jailed 27 months for £220k cannabis farm at Tipton's Imex Business Park. Police seized 220 plants from five rooms in November raid. Albanian national's second conviction.
Baby girl found dead in Sheffield flat; seven arrested for murder
A newborn baby girl was found dead in a Sheffield flat on August 30, leading to seven arrests on suspicion of murder. Police are investigating.
Angling contest raises £35k for Lincoln breast unit
A North Hykeham husband's fishing competition has raised over £35,000 for Lincoln County Hospital's Breast Unit, funding coffee machines and support kits after his wife's cancer diagnosis.
Football match abandoned after referee assaulted by linesman
A Staffordshire Sunday league match was abandoned after a referee was allegedly punched by a linesman, prompting condemnation from The Chase FC.
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Spider-Man climber Dylan Hughes in Hollywood film promo
Dylan Hughes, a Bangor father of two who climbs Yr Wyddfa dressed as Spider-Man, raised over £15,000 and was chosen by Sony Pictures to represent the UK in the launch of Spider-Man: Brand New Day.
Spider-Man fundraiser picked for Hollywood film promo
Dylan Hughes, from Bangor, raised over £15,000 climbing Yr Wyddfa as Spider-Man and was chosen by Sony Pictures to represent the UK in the new Spider-Man film launch.
Arrest after teen cyclist dies in crash near Birmingham City ground
A 47-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a 16-year-old cyclist died following a collision near Birmingham City's stadium in Small Heath.
Third man charged over Digbeth shooting
Ewan Patterson, 27, charged with attempted murder and firearm offences after a man was shot in the leg in Digbeth on August 23.
Birmingham Section 60 powers extended after fatal stabbing
Section 60 stop-and-search powers remain in place in Birmingham until 2am Monday after a man died following a stabbing in Hodge Hill. Two machetes seized, one arrest made.
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Burnham urged to adopt three new rules for new-build homes
Compass thinktank urges Andy Burnham to mandate solar panels, heat pumps, ventilation and storage in all new homes, as PM returns to Westminster.
Three charged after loaded gun and machetes seized in Birmingham
Three Birmingham men, David Skervin, 24, Mohammed Akeen and Bilal Arshad, 30, face weapons charges after police seized a loaded gun and machetes in Alum Rock on Friday, August 28.
Police probe Wolves v Stoke fan clash with traffic cone
West Midlands Police are investigating disorder in Wolverhampton city centre after Wolves v Stoke City, where rival fans threw a traffic cone and traded blows. No injuries reported.
CCTV appeal after stolen car crashes in Tamworth
A grey Hyundai Tucson stolen from Lichfield Road in Tamworth crashed on Wilnecote Lane 55 minutes later. Police seek suspect, a slim male in a baseball cap and dark hoodie.
Woman charged after knife chase reports in Birmingham
Kiya McKenzie, 31, from Selly Oak, charged with possession of a bladed article after police responded to reports of a woman being chased with a knife on Rotton Park Road.
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Birmingham trees shed leaves early in 'false autumn' heatwave
Trees in Birmingham and across the UK are shedding leaves in August, two months early, due to record heat and drought, according to experts.
Weekly Horoscope: Jupiter-Saturn Link Brings Steady Gains
This week's horoscope sees Jupiter and Saturn connect, urging steady progress across all signs. Trust instincts, plan carefully, and embrace honest conversations for lasting success.
Boss Mart 2 shut down over fake vapes and illegal tobacco
Boss Mart 2 in Warwick Road, Olton, has been closed for three months after illicit vapes, counterfeit goods, and illegal tobacco were seized by police and Trading Standards.
HMRC secret honours blacklist of 400 celebrities revealed
Over 400 public figures are on an HMRC honours 'blacklist' due to tax affairs, with 33 high-risk and 377 medium-risk, The Sun on Sunday reports.
Ex-Birmingham roads chief urges laughing gas crackdown
Majid Mahmood calls for action on nitrous oxide and social media after recent mass-casualty crashes, citing the 2023 Thomas Johnson case.
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Ex-Blues Defender Harlee Dean Set for Charity Boxing Night
Former Birmingham City defender Harlee Dean will box at A Night to Remember III on October 22 in London, with over £201,500 already raised for charity across previous events.
Prisoner jailed six years for slashing inmate's face
Jamal Ahmed, 34, received six years for slashing a fellow inmate's face with a makeshift weapon during Eid at HMP Dovegate, leaving a 10cm scar.
Lichfield ranked 13th happiest place in UK survey
Lichfield has been named the 13th happiest place in the UK in a new Rightmove survey, with residents praising its green spaces, high street, and quality of life.
Benefits claimant stole £50 of goods from Co-op
Jason Trubshaw, 31, admitted stealing meat, fish and cheese from Co-op in Woodsetton on May 30. He was fined £100, ordered to pay £50 compensation and £85 costs at Dudley Magistrates' Court.
Birmingham butchers shut after cockroach infestation
Al-Aqsa Halal Meat in Sparkhill closed after Birmingham council inspectors found cockroaches and mouse droppings over food containers, posing imminent health risk.
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Missing girl Brooklyn, 14, may be in Birmingham – police appeal
Brooklyn, 14, last seen in Winchester Friday night, may have travelled to Birmingham or Derby. Police urge anyone with information to call 999 quoting incident number 44260421595.
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