Minister Urges Morrisons to Rehire Manager Sacked for Stopping Thief
Robert Jenrick condemns Morrisons for dismissing Sean Egan after 29 years for confronting a shoplifter who spat at him, calling it 'everything wrong in society'.
Category : Community Safety
Man Arrested for Murder After Fatal Birmingham Street Incident
A 27-year-old man was found dead on Mott Street in Hockley, with police arresting a 38-year-old on suspicion of murder and three others for assisting an offender.
Racist Faces Life for Raping Sikh Woman in Walsall Home
John Ashby changed his plea to guilty during trial for a horrific racist and religiously motivated rape in Walsall. The judge is considering a life sentence for the dangerous offender.
Racist Confesses to Raping Sikh Woman in Dramatic Court U-Turn
John Ashby, 32, pleaded guilty to rape, strangulation, robbery, and religiously aggravated assault after a courtroom confrontation. He will be sentenced this Friday.
Three Arrested Near Birmingham in Counter-Terror Operation
Two women and a man were detained in a vehicle near Birmingham as part of a major counter-terrorism investigation into a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish community venues in London.
Justice Served After Wolverhampton Street Shooting
A 24-year-old man was fatally shot in Wolverhampton last year, with five men now convicted for their roles in the reckless attack and associated drug crimes.
Boy, 12, to Stand Trial for Alleged Sex Attack on Woman in 60s
A 12-year-old boy accused of sexually assaulting and wounding a woman in her 60s will face trial in October. The child is also charged with intentional strangulation and theft in a case heard at Birmingham Crown Court.
Man Denies Stalking Birmingham MP Jess Phillips in Court
Lee Owens, 47, pleads not guilty to stalking and harassment charges involving Labour MP Jess Phillips, with a trial set for Gloucester Crown Court in May.
Court Outburst in Sikh Woman Rape Trial
John Ashby, 32, faces trial for rape, strangulation, and religiously aggravated assault. A public gallery member confronted him during proceedings at Birmingham Crown Court.
Birmingham Shooting: Gunshots Fired at Home in Late-Night Attack
A shooting incident in Birmingham saw gunshots fired at a home in the early hours, with police launching an investigation and appealing for witnesses.
Birmingham Shooting: Police Seal Off Street Near Play Park
West Midlands Police have cordoned off Priorygate Way in Bordesley Green after shots were fired at a property. No injuries reported as forensic and CCTV enquiries continue.
Boy, 12, to Face Trial for Alleged Assault on Woman in 60s
A 12-year-old boy accused of sexually assaulting and wounding a woman in her 60s will stand trial in October. The youth appeared via video link at Birmingham Crown Court, where the case was adjourned for a plea hearing in August.
Birmingham Man's Ferry Disappearance Unsolved After 19 Years
The mysterious disappearance of Paul Carter from Erdington, who vanished on a cross-channel ferry to France in 2007, continues to baffle authorities as West Midlands Police renew their appeal for information.
19-Year-Old's Traumatic Neck Injuries in Essex Dog Incident
An inquest has revealed Jamie-Lea Biscoe, 19, was found with serious traumatic neck injuries at her Essex home, suspected to be caused by a family dog, as a criminal investigation continues.
Mott Street Death: Police Scene Remains 24 Hours Later
A 27-year-old man was pronounced dead in Mott Street, Birmingham, after being found with fatal injuries. Police have sealed off the road for over 24 hours as they investigate.
Northumberland Torture Captors Jailed for Friend's Ordeal
Two men from Ashington have been imprisoned for false imprisonment after subjecting a friend to three days of horrific torture, including waterboarding and paint stripper attacks, over stolen money.
Fuel Thefts Jump 62% in Birmingham as Prices Climb
Birmingham sees a dramatic 62% increase in fuel thefts over the past year, with drive-offs rising as prices soar. Experts warn of ongoing volatility despite minor price dips this week.
Ex-Aston Villa Star Helps Nail Man Who Terrorised Women
Former England footballer Stephen Warnock staked out a Liverpool address to help track down a man who repeatedly stared through women's windows, leading to an arrest and conviction.
46 Bruni Blank-Firing Guns Surrendered in Police Amnesty
West Mercia Police received up to 46 Bruni blank-firing guns during a February amnesty, after tests showed they could be easily converted into illegal firearms.
Tribute to 'Gentle Soul' After Fatal Burton-on-Trent Crash
The heartbroken family of Lakhbir Bangha, 41, from West Bromwich, have paid tribute following his death in a single-vehicle collision on Doveridge Road in Stapenhill.
Motorcyclist Dies in Nuneaton Crash, Police Appeal
A motorcyclist has tragically died after a collision with a car on Kingswood Road in Nuneaton. Warwickshire Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Man Critically Injured in Stockbridge Village Chip Shop Attack
A man in his 50s was brutally attacked inside The Village Chippy in Stockbridge Village, Merseyside, leaving him covered in blood with a serious head injury. Police have arrested a 25-year-old suspect.
Police Officer Stabbed in Neck After Responding to Alert
A female police officer from West Mercia Police was stabbed in the neck while investigating a report of a suspicious man in Clifton, Worcestershire. A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the incident.
Missing 14-Year-Old Birmingham Girl: Police Issue Urgent Appeal
West Midlands Police have issued an urgent appeal for help locating a missing 14-year-old girl from Kingstanding, Birmingham. Olivia was last seen wearing a black puffa jacket.
Man stalked flight attendant after dating app match
Elliot McLelland, 24, stalked a Ryanair flight attendant after meeting on Grindr, falsely claiming to be an MI5 agent investigating airport corruption. He received a suspended sentence.
Two Dead in Winston-Salem Park Shooting After Planned Fight
A planned fight among young people escalated into a mass shooting at Leinbach Park in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, leaving two dead and several injured. Police are actively investigating with drones and urging public avoidance of the area.
Urgent Appeal After Man Dies in Birmingham City Centre
Police are urgently seeking information after a 27-year-old man was found with serious injuries on Mott Street and pronounced dead at the scene early Sunday morning.
Ex-Officer Jailed for AI Child Abuse Images
A former Avon and Somerset police officer has been sentenced to 13 months in prison after using AI to create indecent images of children and doctoring photos of a female colleague.
Man Dies on Birmingham Street, Police Seek Dashcam Footage
West Midlands Police are investigating the death of a 27-year-old man found with serious injuries on Mott Street in the Jewellery Quarter early Monday morning.
Walsall Rape Trial: Man Accused of Religious Hate Attack
A Sikh woman was allegedly raped in her Walsall home by a stranger who followed her from a bus, believing she was Muslim. John Ashby, 32, denies all charges in the religiously aggravated case.
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