CCTV appeal: bank card stolen in Tamworth car park
Police release images of a man after an elderly woman's bank card was taken in a Tamworth car park and money withdrawn from her account.
Category : Community Safety
Burntwood Murder Probe After Man Dies in Home Fight
A murder investigation is underway in Burntwood after a man died following a fight at a home in Hazel Grove. Two men and a woman have been arrested.
Birmingham ASB Hotspots: Aston and Small Heath Lead
Aston and Small Heath are Birmingham's worst areas for antisocial behaviour, with 319 incidents each in a year. Longbridge follows closely with 316.
West Midlands Police Hunt Flashers as Exposure Reports Rise
Indecent exposure reports in West Midlands rose 10.3% in 2025, with 501 incidents. Police urge victims to report and offer safety advice.
Police Hunt Knifeman in Birmingham Street Threats
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to after a knifeman made threats on Witton Road in Aston, Birmingham.
Burntwood Murder: Man Dead, Dog Stabbed, Three Arrested
Police launch murder investigation in Burntwood after a man is found dead and a dog stabbed. Three suspects arrested. Emergency services called to Hazel Grove.
Brentwood School Bans Phones with Lockable Pouches
St Martin's School in Brentwood is removing social media distractions by requiring students to lock phones in pouches during school hours, with 92% already on board and a June 1 start date.
Murder probe in Burntwood after man dies in fight
A murder investigation is underway in Burntwood after a man died following a fight. A dog was also found with stab wounds. Three people arrested.
Police Inspector Final Warning for Drinking Before Duty
A West Midlands Police inspector received a final written warning after reporting for duty with alcohol on his breath, having consumed seven to eight pints the night before.
Birmingham Teen Stabs Boy in Front of Mother, Avoids Jail (05.05.2026)
Hayden Pipe, 20, from Hockley, received a two-year community order for stabbing a 17-year-old in Kingstanding, claiming self-defence.
Man Threatened Pregnant Worker in Jewellery Quarter Spree
Jeansy Lupini, 21, threatened staff across three Birmingham businesses, including a pregnant shop worker, in a crime spree. He was found guilty of seven offences.
Acocks Green CCTV Appeal After Pub Theft
West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a bag was stolen from a woman in her 90s at a pub in Acocks Green.
Man Fined £2k for Parking Row and Racist Abuse
Richard Dono, 46, racially abused a neighbour over parking and sent offensive emails to a charity. He was fined £2,148 and given a community order.
Elderly Man's Heart Restarted After Brutal Attack
Stephen Watts, 60s, was stabbed, punched, and kicked over 60 times in a 13-minute attack in Handsworth. Paramedics cut open his chest and massaged his heart to save his life.
Bullring shoplifter with 100+ crimes warned 'stop now'
Matthew Cavill, 44, stole £2,035 in Lego and clothes from Bullring stores. With over 100 convictions, he avoided jail but was ordered rehabilitation.
Lib Dems to Birmingham: 'We Will Put Your Safety First'
Liberal Democrats leader Roger Harmer makes final pitch to Birmingham voters ahead of city council elections, promising cleaner streets and safer communities.
Birmingham drivers use illegal trick to park on double yellows
Increasing numbers of motorists in Birmingham are misusing blue badges to park illegally on double yellow lines and in disabled bays, with 327 cases recorded since 2021.
Peter Kay Bomb Hoax Suspect Removed from Court
A Birmingham teen accused of a bomb hoax at Peter Kay's show was ordered out of court after outbursts. The case was sent to Crown Court.
Tribute to schoolboy killed by falling tree in Stafford park
A fundraiser has been launched for the family of Brodan Dubickas, 15, who died after being struck by a falling tree in Holmcroft Park, Stafford. His former headteacher paid tribute to the 'truly special' teenager.
Teen Arrested for Attempted Murder After Shooting
An 18-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 19-year-old was shot in the leg in Bearwood Road, Smethwick, in March. Two others have already been charged.
Two Stabbed at UK Holiday Park, Teen Arrested
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested after two people were stabbed at St Osyth Holiday Park in Essex. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Knifepoint Robber Strikes Tamworth Shop and Petrol Station
A knifeman robbed a Co-op in Tamworth on Good Friday, then days later a masked robber hit a Jet petrol station. Police believe the incidents are linked and appeal for information.
Firefighters Tackle Large Shed Fire in Birmingham
Twenty firefighters from West Midlands Fire Service tackled a large shed fire in Comberton Road, Sheldon, early on Bank Holiday Monday. Four crews attended the scene.
Two Arrested and Machetes Seized in Birmingham Burglary Sting
West Midlands Police arrested two suspected burglars and recovered two 'enormous machetes' in Billesley, Birmingham. The driver was disqualified and recently released from custody.
Mistakes Led to Capture of Gunmen in Birmingham Park Shooting
Three men convicted for shooting a 15-year-old boy in a Birmingham park. Key errors, including shaving heads and searching bushes, led to their capture.
Police Appeal After Phone Theft in Birmingham Shop
West Midlands Police have released an image of a woman they wish to identify following a mobile phone theft from a shop on Alum Rock Road, Birmingham.
Police Hunt Woman in Red Hijab Over Phone Theft
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of woman in red hijab after mobile phone stolen from shop on Alum Rock Road, Birmingham.
Thief choked officer after eight shop thefts in 18 days
A prolific shoplifter from the Black Country targeted the same store eight times in 18 days and attempted to choke a police officer during arrest. He was jailed for 42 weeks.
XL Bully Attacks Owners in Bedworth, Two Seriously Injured
A woman and a man were seriously injured after their registered XL Bully dog attacked them inside their Bedworth home on Saturday evening.
Man in Court Over Peter Kay Show Bomb Hoax
A 19-year-old from Birmingham faces court after an alleged bomb hoax forced evacuation of a Peter Kay show at Utilita Arena. No suspicious item was found.
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