Midlands Crime List: Most Dangerous Places Named
A new national crime study has identified the most dangerous towns and cities in the Midlands, with Nottingham topping the regional list ahead of Birmingham.
Category : Community Safety
Family Outraged as 100mph Driver Kills Sister After Passing Test
The family of teacher Moyra Whelan, killed by Liberty Mitchell who drove at 100mph just weeks after passing her test, condemns the sentence and calls for lifetime driving bans for dangerous drivers.
Birmingham Drug Dealers Caught After Phone Blunder
Adam Bailey and Reayarn Douglass from Birmingham were convicted for County Lines drug dealing after a critical phone mistake during their arrest by Staffordshire Police uncovered their criminal operation.
Burglars Threatened Elderly Couple with Decapitation
Three criminals laughed as they threatened to behead an elderly woman and her dog during a violent burglary targeting a vulnerable couple in Newcastle. The trio received a total of 28 years in prison for their horrific crimes.
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Police Appeal After Handsworth Wood Assault and Robbery
West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they want to trace following an attempted robbery and assault on Handsworth Wood Road on March 1.
Driver Jailed for Killing Girl in Birmingham Careless Driving Crash
Javonnie Tavener sentenced to nearly four years after his car ploughed into a family group celebrating Eid, killing four-year-old Mayar Yahia and injuring two women.
Police Shut Down 18 County Lines, Make 160+ Arrests
West Midlands Police arrested over 160 people and safeguarded nearly 100 adults and children during a week-long County Lines crackdown, seizing drugs, weapons, and cash.
Birmingham Predator Jailed for 10-Second Abduction
Abdulraziq Mohammed, 38, from Winson Green, has been sentenced to 11 years for abducting and sexually assaulting a five-year-old girl after striking in a brief moment when her mother looked away.
Birmingham Driver in Court for Railway Station Murder Charge
Jack Simper, 27, from Birmingham, has appeared at Stafford Crown Court charged with the murder of Dylan Fitzpatrick at Tamworth Railway Station. The case has been adjourned until May 7.
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Marine Jailed for Killing Man Over Birmingham Joke
Joseph Jones, 22, from Wolverhampton, punched Cemal Yilmaz after taking offence to a joke about being from Birmingham. The victim died from his injuries three days later.
Father Slams 'Inadequate' Jail Term for Driver Who Killed Daughter
Babiker Yahia, father of four-year-old Mayar killed by an uninsured driver, and West Midlands road safety commissioner Mat MacDonald express outrage over the three-year, ten-month sentence and six-year driving ban for Javonnie Tavener.
Community Funds Funeral for Birmingham Stabbing Victim
Ali Alshmari, a 30-year-old Iraqi student stabbed in Alum Rock, was laid to rest after well-wishers donated over £4,000 for his burial, as he had no family in the UK.
Boy, 15, in Court Over School Stabbing Allegation
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder after a girl was allegedly stabbed at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich, leading to a lockdown and armed police response.
Joe Egan's Birmingham Pub Battle: The Lyndhurst Warzone
The shocking true story of the 1998 gangland attack on The Lyndhurst pub in Erdington, where former Mike Tyson sparring partner Joe Egan faced 37 armed attackers in a bloody confrontation that left six people shot or seriously injured.
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Birmingham Murder Suspect Still on Run After Five Years
Ajay Soni, wanted for an attempted murder in Digbeth in 2021, remains untraced by police despite numerous public appeals and media coverage.
Driver Jailed for Killing Child in Eid Crash and Assault
Javonnie Tavener sentenced to over five years for careless driving that killed a four-year-old girl and injured others, plus a separate violent attack on his girlfriend.
Fire Station Parking Warning After Engine Blocked in Atherstone
Atherstone Fire Station has issued a critical safety alert to motorists after parked vehicles obstructed a fire engine on Stratford Avenue, highlighting the severe risks in emergency situations.
Masked E-Bike Gang Attacks Family Home with Bricks in Birmingham
A terrifying incident saw masked individuals on electric bikes smash windows of a family home and car with bricks on Westbury Road. Police are investigating as the family remains shaken.
Urgent 999 Appeal for Missing Sutton Coldfield Man Jamie
West Midlands Police have launched an urgent appeal to find Jamie, 45, who went missing from Sutton Coldfield. He was last seen on March 12 and there are concerns for his wellbeing.
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Birmingham Predator to Be Jailed for Child Snatching and Assault
Mohammed Abdulraziq, a 32-year-old Sudanese national, is being sentenced at Birmingham Crown Court for snatching a five-year-old girl off the street and sexually assaulting her in Winson Green.
Police Officer Charged with Assault and Misuse of Force
PC Brandon Harrison faces charges of ABH and administering a noxious substance after an arrest in Wolverhampton, with additional allegations under the Computer Misuse Act.
Police Officer Charged Over Excessive Force in Wolverhampton
PC Brandon Harrison faces court for alleged assault and misuse of PAVA spray during an arrest in Wolverhampton, following an IOPC investigation into excessive force claims.
Driver Sentenced for Killing Girl, 4, in Eid Crash
Javonnie Tavener has been sentenced after his Vauxhall Corsa ploughed into a family group, killing Mayar Yahia and injuring others on Upper Highgate Street.
Stolen Car Found in 30 Minutes in Chelmsley Wood
Police swiftly recovered a stolen vehicle from Ash Green within half an hour after it was reported stolen, locating it in Chelmsley Wood on March 11.
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CCTV Image Released After Brierley Hill Cash Theft
West Midlands Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to regarding a cash theft from a bag in a Brierley Hill store on Station Drive in February.
Boss Mart Closed After Owner Fined for Illegal Products
Boss Mart in Shirley has shut permanently after its owner was fined nearly £7,000 for selling illegal vapes, tobacco, and counterfeit goods, following a police investigation.
Teen's reckless driving causes crash, pregnant woman loses baby
A 16-year-old boy's dangerous driving in Solihull resulted in a crash that caused a pregnant woman to lose her baby. The teen received a suspended sentence.
Horror Film T-Shirt Links Killer to Wednesbury Arson
A 'fire-obsessed' killer's distinctive 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' T-shirt became crucial evidence linking him to a fatal arson attack in Wednesbury that claimed the life of pensioner John Edwards.
Birmingham Machete Attacker Still on Run After 5 Years
Sharaz Ali, convicted of attempting to murder his wife with a machete in 2021, remains at large after skipping bail during his trial. West Midlands Police continue appeals for information.
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CCTV Image Released After Digbeth Nightclub Assault
West Midlands Police have issued a CCTV image of a man they want to identify following an assault at Forum nightclub in Digbeth, Birmingham, in December.
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