Solihull Councillors in Tears Over Hate Crime Abuse
Solihull councillors gave emotional speeches about alleged hate crimes including racism, ableism, and misogyny during a debate on strengthening the borough's response to discrimination.
Category : Community Safety
Judge Warns Birmingham Youths After Knife Fight Near-Death
A 16-year-old boy brought a zombie knife to a fight in Birmingham but nearly died himself. A judge warns all youths about the deadly consequences of carrying knives.
New faces added to West Midlands most wanted list
West Midlands Police have added new mugshots to their most wanted gallery, seeking public help to locate suspects wanted for assault, intimidation, and disorder.
Nechells Hit-and-Run Driver Refused Breath Test and Assaulted Witness
A drunk driver who crashed into a moped rider in Nechells, then assaulted a Good Samaritan, was found with empty vodka bottles in his car, a court heard.
Serious Incident Closes Colmore Row in Birmingham
A serious incident has closed Colmore Row in Birmingham city centre, with multiple emergency services including police and ambulance at the scene near the Council House.
Police seek man after charity boxes stolen in Brierley Hill
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after charity boxes were stolen during a burglary in Brierley Hill on April 5.
Child Hospitalized After Suspicious Bristol Explosion Kills Two
A child was taken to hospital after a suspicious explosion in Bristol that left two people dead. The blast also injured a man and a woman. Police are investigating.
Search for Missing Midlands Woman Last Seen at Pub Continues
The search for Holly Collinson, missing from Hinckley since March 25, continues. She was last seen at a pub in Newquay, and police now believe she is still in Cornwall.
Bomb Squad in Bristol After Loud Bang and Evacuations
Emergency services including bomb disposal experts responded to an incident at a house in Frenchay, Bristol, leading to evacuations and a cordon on Sterncourt Road.
Pitch Trouble After Gornal Athletic Defeat Caught on Video
Shocking fan footage captures clashes between Gornal Athletic and Sutton United supporters after the playoff final at Garden Walk Stadium. Police intervened to clear the pitch.
Birmingham man guilty of assaulting GP secretary after removal
Shuaib Al-Azawe assaulted a GP secretary after being removed from Ejaz Medical Centre. He threw a water bottle and kicked the door, leaving the victim scared and embarrassed.
Dad Seeks Answers After Son Assaulted at Dudley Nursery
A father whose son was assaulted at Fairytales Day Nursery, where toddler Noah Sibanda died, demands answers and justice, criticizing police handling.
Family leaves court as crash video played in grandmother's death
Linda Wareham, 77, was killed in a 10mph crash by a 94-year-old driver. Her family had to leave court during the playing of distressing CCTV footage.
Birmingham Trio Sentenced for Telford Station Robbery
Two men and a teenage boy from Birmingham were sentenced for robbing a 15-year-old of his phone and jacket outside Telford Central station.
Teen Charged Over Bomb Hoax at Peter Kay Show
Omar Majed, 19, from Washwood Heath, has been charged with false communications after a bomb hoax led to the evacuation of Utilita Arena during a Peter Kay concert.
Teen Charged Over Bomb Hoax at Peter Kay Birmingham Show
A 19-year-old man has been charged with a bomb hoax after Peter Kay's concert at Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated, causing hundreds to be cleared from the venue.
Birmingham Dad Dies After Hit and Run: Driver Wanted
Thomas Brown, 29, died in hospital after a hit and run in Hodge Hill. Police recovered a suspected vehicle but the driver remains at large.
Telford Police Hunt Man Over Serious Assault
Police in Telford are appealing for help to find Cameron Rosenwink, wanted for a serious assault in Digbeth. He has links to Telford. Call 999 with info.
Machete Attack on Pensioner in Glasgow Sparks Manhunt
A 77-year-old man was slashed with a machete in broad daylight in Glasgow. Police are searching for the attacker after the victim was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Dangerous Man Jailed for Attempted Rape in Bradford Park
Khairul Amin, 36, has been jailed for 14.5 years for attempting to rape a woman in Peel Park, Bradford. The victim suffered serious head injuries and flashbacks.
Four Teens Arrested After Leeds McDonald's Stabbing
Four teenagers aged 13-16 were arrested after a 34-year-old man was stabbed outside a McDonald's in Leeds city centre. The victim's injuries are non-life-threatening.
Child brought kitchen knife to Midlands primary school
A kitchen knife was found in a child's bag at Sandon Primary Academy in Meir. Police attended but no lockdown was needed. The school assured parents of no threat to safety.
Peter Kay Fans Slam Arena Bag Checks After Bomb Scare
Fans criticize Utilita Arena Birmingham for lax bag checks during Peter Kay's show, which was evacuated due to a bomb scare. The venue defends its security measures.
Car Driven at Fighting Men in Paignton Incident
Police investigate after a car was allegedly driven at a group of men fighting in Paignton. Four men involved, car recovered, no arrests yet.
Man Arrested After Major Emergency Response in Perry Barr
A 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker after a large police and ambulance response near One Stop Shopping Centre in Perry Barr.
Teen Arrested After Bomb Hoax Halts Peter Kay Show
A 19-year-old man is in custody after a bomb hoax forced the evacuation of Peter Kay's performance at Birmingham's Utilita Arena. No suspicious items were found.
Peter Kay Birmingham Show Evacuated After Bomb Hoax
Thousands of fans were evacuated from Peter Kay's Birmingham show after a bomb hoax. A 19-year-old was arrested and remains in custody.
Peter Kay Birmingham Gig Evacuated: Teen Arrested for Bomb Hoax
A 19-year-old was arrested on suspicion of a bomb hoax after Peter Kay's Utilita Arena show was evacuated 45 minutes in. No suspicious items were found.
Return to 'Britain's Roughest Estate': Two Years On
Two years after being labeled 'Britain's roughest estate,' residents of Walsall's Bakenall ward say crime and anti-social behavior have worsened, pleading for action.
Southend High Street Brawl: 30 Teens with Knives Injure Two
A large-scale fight involving 30 teenagers armed with bottles and knives on Southend High Street has left two with facial slash injuries. A dispersal order is now in place.
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