Birmingham Play Worker Unmasked as Child Sex Abuser
A 65-year-old former community worker in Birmingham has been jailed for historic sexual offences against two children, with one survivor speaking out for the first time about her lifelong trauma.
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Police Chief Steps In After Bus Altercation in Birmingham
Chief Inspector Amanda Thompson confronted an intoxicated man swearing at women on a Birmingham bus during her commute, highlighting safety issues on public transport.
Mercedes Driver Sets Police Speed Record at 155mph
A Mercedes AMG CLA45 driver was prosecuted after being clocked at 155mph in Sutton Coldfield, the fastest speed recorded by West Midlands Police since last year.
Birmingham Criminals Jailed March 2026: Child Snatcher, Rapists
A roundup of Birmingham criminals sentenced to immediate imprisonment in March 2026, including a child snatcher, rapists, and dangerous drivers who caused devastating harm.
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Birmingham Criminals Extradited and Jailed After Fleeing Abroad
West Midlands offenders who fled to countries like Dubai and Turkey, thinking distance would protect them, have been tracked down, extradited, and given lengthy prison sentences.
Tributes After Nine-Year-Old Girl Dies in Birmingham Crash
Flowers and heartfelt messages have been left at the scene in Hockley where a nine-year-old girl tragically lost her life in a two-car collision. Two men have been arrested as police appeal for witnesses.
Gun and Machete Found After Birmingham House Party
Three individuals were arrested in Yardley after police responding to a house party discovered a handgun and machete. Officers detained suspects and seized a vehicle containing cannabis.
Birmingham House Fire: Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Arson
A 37-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of arson after a house fire in Bartley Green, Birmingham. She was treated by paramedics at the scene before being released pending further enquiries.
Artwork Smart Car Seized in Walsall for No Insurance
West Midlands Police seized a distinctively decorated Smart Car in Walsall after a tip-off, emphasizing that cancelling insurance is not a valid excuse for driving uninsured.
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Three Schoolboys Arrested in Birmingham Car Crime
West Midlands Police arrested three youths, aged 12, 13, and 15, in Northfield following a theft from a motor vehicle on Longbridge Lane. The suspects were detained on Rednal Road and bailed pending further investigation.
Two More Teens Arrested in Smethwick Murder Probe
West Midlands Police have arrested two teenagers, aged 14 and 17, in connection with the fatal stabbing of 18-year-old Zeshan Afzal in Smethwick. This brings the total number of teenagers charged in the case to seven.
Two Arrested After Fatal Hit-and-Run on Country Road
A man in his 50s was found dead on Monk's Park Lane near Atherstone. Police arrested two men on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and other offences.
Man Charged After Knife Attack at Social Club in Dordon
A 41-year-old man has been charged with grievous bodily harm after a knife attack at a social club in Dordon, Warwickshire, leaving a man in his 30s with non-serious injuries.
Man Kicked in Face at Brierley Hill Pub, Police Appeal
A man was repeatedly punched and kicked in the face and arms after a verbal argument escalated at a pub in Brierley Hill, Dudley. West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to regarding the assault.
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Dad Threatens Family Over Daughter's Bullying in Erdington
A father-of-four from Erdington threatened to burn a house down and stab a family after his 12-year-old daughter was bullied. John Downing pleaded guilty to threatening property damage.
Birmingham Dad Gets Conditional Discharge for Sword
A 57-year-old father from Handsworth was given a 12-month conditional discharge after pleading guilty to possessing a samurai sword in his home, discovered during an unrelated police search.
Police Refuse to Release Digital Speed Camera Offence Data
Staffordshire Police has declined a freedom of information request to reveal how many drivers were caught by digital speed cameras in 2025, citing road safety concerns.
Girl Missing 32 Years Found Alive in Arizona Cold Case
Christina Marie Plante, who vanished aged 13 in 1994, has been located alive following a renewed investigation by the Gila County Sheriff's Office Cold Case Unit.
Police Appeal: Woman in Crocs Sought for Dudley Phone Theft
West Midlands Police are appealing for information to identify a woman, aged 50-60 and wearing black crocs, after a mobile phone was stolen from a supermarket in Priory Road, Dudley on March 9.
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10-Year-Olds Arrested in West Midlands for Serious Offences
A BirminghamLive investigation reveals that children as young as 10 have been detained by West Midlands Police for offences including knife possession, robbery, and threats to kill since 2025.
Elderly Woman Robbed in Tettenhall, Police Increase Patrols
West Midlands Police have launched reassurance patrols in Tettenhall after a 92-year-old woman had her purse, phone, and cash stolen on the high street. Two suspects were apprehended nearby.
Seven Drivers Daily Arrested for Impaired Driving in West Midlands
West Midlands Police have made 681 arrests for drink and drug driving in 2026, averaging seven per day. The force issues a stark warning ahead of the bank holiday weekend.
Birmingham Teen Seriously Hurt in Car-Bike Crash, Man Arrested
A 13-year-old boy is in serious condition after a collision with a car on St Andrews Road in Nechells. West Midlands Police have arrested a 19-year-old man on suspicion of dangerous driving.
Six Arrested After BMW Motorbike Stolen in Solihull
West Midlands Police have arrested six individuals, aged 15 to 20, on suspicion of stealing a BMW motorbike from a car park on Herbert Road in Solihull. The stolen vehicle was later recovered near Priory Road.
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CCTV Appeal After Midlands Home Bricked by Vandal Gang
Staffordshire Police are investigating after a home in Burntwood was attacked with stones, causing criminal damage and distress to residents.
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Police Renew Appeal After Birmingham Shooting
West Midlands Police have issued a renewed appeal for information after a man was injured in a shooting in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, last week. The incident occurred on Montgomery Street, and authorities are seeking details on a black Kia Sportage linked to
Armed Police Leave Guns Bag Outside Sadiq Khan's Home
A bag containing firearms and a Taser belonging to armed police guarding London Mayor Sadiq Khan was left outside his home and found by a member of the public, prompting an urgent review.
New Details Released in Sparkbrook Shooting Investigation
West Midlands Police have released new information about a doorstep shooting in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, including details about a vehicle believed to be involved in the incident.
Darlaston Residents Demand Action Over Antisocial Behaviour
Residents and business owners in Darlaston are calling for urgent measures to tackle street drinking, fighting, and electric motorbike chaos plaguing King Street, with councillors pushing for a Public Space Protection Order.
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Campaign to Ban Killer Drivers for Life After Tragic Cases
BirminghamLive launches a campaign to permanently ban drivers who cause fatal accidents through reckless behavior, highlighting devastating cases where families were destroyed by dangerous driving.
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