Category : Community Safety


BTP seek boy after teen robbed at knifepoint on train

British Transport Police are searching for a boy after a teenager was robbed at knifepoint on a train between Solihull and Warwick on 12 August. The victim was threatened with a knife and had his bike stolen.

Tributes to Telford dad killed in A41 crash

Kuljit Singh Uppal, 39, died in a collision between a Porsche Taycan and a tractor on the A41 near Newport, Shropshire. A 30-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Three Men Admit Walsall Shooting Plot

Three men have admitted planning a shooting in Walsall. The plot was uncovered by police, who found a firearm and ammunition. Sentencing is due to take place later this year.

Government rules out UK VPN ban under Burnham

The government has ruled out banning or restricting VPNs under the Online Safety Act. The decision follows a public consultation on children's online safety, confirming no age checks will be required for VPN use.

Charities urge DWP to shield 184,000 young claimants from cuts

Leading charities have written to DWP minister Pat McFadden and Alan Milburn urging the government to protect 184,000 young Universal Credit claimants from potential cuts, citing evidence that benefit reductions worsen health and deepen poverty.

Ghost tapping scam: protect your contactless payments

Ghost tapping is a contactless fraud tactic where scammers initiate payments without your approval. Experts warn it can happen in crowded places. Learn how to spot and avoid it, and what to do if you're a victim.

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