Midlands Murder Suspect Still at Large After 25 Years
Luke Anderson, wanted for a 2001 attempted murder in Coventry, has evaded capture for a quarter century, becoming one of West Midlands Police's longest-standing wanted suspects.
Category : Community Safety
Mum Left Fighting for Life After 90mph Audi Crash
A mother suffered devastating injuries after a speeding Audi driver caused a massive collision near St. Andrew's Stadium. The driver fled the scene and hatched a cover-up plan with his brother-in-law.
Police Hunt Three After Jewish Ambulances Torched in London
Four ambulances belonging to the Jewish Community Ambulance service were set on fire in Golders Green, with explosions heard and nearby residents evacuated. Police are investigating as an antisemitic arson attack.
Girlfriend Pays Tribute to Dad Killed in Quinton Crash
Amelia Brookes, 18, honors Lee Bowden, 27, who died in a car crash on Ridgacre Road. The devoted father-of-two is remembered as a loving partner and parent.
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Oldbury Crash
West Midlands Police are urging anyone with information to come forward after a car flipped onto its side in Oldbury, with a woman driver taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Kenilworth Murder Probe: Three Arrested After Man's Death
A murder investigation is underway in Kenilworth after a man was found dead at a house on Chestnut Avenue. Three individuals, including a teenager, are in custody as police assure the public there is no wider risk.
West Midlands Killers Jailed Until 2050 and Beyond
A shocking list of over 30 murderers from the West Midlands region who have received life sentences with minimum terms extending to 2050 or later, detailing their heinous crimes and lengthy incarcerations.
New Search for Bodies at Killer's Old Home
Police and army experts are excavating land near a killer's former property in a renewed search for the bodies of Renee MacRae and her toddler Andrew, 50 years after their disappearance.
Drug Dealer Jailed for Heroin Laced with Vet Tranquiliser
Tariq Thompson, 35, has been sentenced to over three years in prison after being caught with heroin containing xylazine, a veterinary tranquiliser not for human use.
Mother's Panic as Teens Rampage with Knife in Birmingham
Four teenagers arrested after violent disorder in Victoria Square, with a zombie knife recovered. A mother recounts terrifying warnings as public fled the scene.
Four Teens Arrested After Violent Brawl in Birmingham
Four teenagers aged 14 to 16 have been arrested on suspicion of violent disorder following a brawl in Victoria Square, Birmingham city centre. Police recovered a zombie knife but confirm no injuries occurred.
Pensioner Dies in Mobility Scooter Crash, Police Appeal for Witnesses
An 85-year-old man has tragically passed away after a collision between his mobility scooter and a car in Doncaster. South Yorkshire Police are urging witnesses and dashcam footage holders to come forward to assist the investigation.
TikTok Lawyer Akhmed Yakoob Denies Racial Abuse After Arrest
Controversial TikTok lawyer Akhmed Yakoob has protested his innocence after being arrested on suspicion of racially abusing a West Midlands Police officer during a protest in Birmingham.
Mother's Anti-Knife Crime Mission After Son's Murder
Pooja Kanda, whose 16-year-old son Ronan was fatally stabbed in a case of mistaken identity, is campaigning for stronger laws and parental engagement to combat knife violence in Wolverhampton.
Police Helicopter Aids Dramatic Chase in Birmingham
West Midlands Police arrested a 49-year-old man and seized a machete after a dramatic pursuit involving the police helicopter ended in a Birmingham cul-de-sac.
Dad Threatens Mum Over Child Visit, Gets Community Order
Callum Lacey, 28, threatened to 'batter' his child's mother after she refused a visit request before his potential imprisonment. He also used abusive language toward his daughter during the incident.
Baby Murderer Sean Jefferson Complained During Arrest
Sean Jefferson, convicted of murdering his five-week-old daughter Darcy, argued with police about handcuffs during arrest. Body-cam footage shows his complaints while facing charges for horrific abuse.
Sex Offender Gropes Woman at Church, Gets Community Order
A 38-year-old convicted sex offender who groped a woman at a Stoke-on-Trent church has been given a two-year community order and placed on the sex offenders register for five years.
Glass Ornament Sunlight Warning After House Fire
Firefighters issue urgent safety advice after sunlight reflecting off a glass ornament sparked a house fire on Chestnut Drive in Thrapston, Northamptonshire, causing smoke damage and one person requiring paramedic treatment.
Young Mother Killed in Derry, Man Arrested in Murder Probe
A young mother named locally as Amy Doherty has died in Derry, with a 30-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder. Community leaders express shock and solidarity.
Six Arrests in West Midlands County Lines Operation in Solihull
West Midlands Police arrested six suspects, seized drugs and a dangerous dog during a targeted county lines operation in Solihull aimed at disrupting criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable individuals.
Red Paint Attack on Armed Forces Office in Aberdeen
Police are investigating after vandals threw red paint on a British armed forces careers office in Aberdeen, with MP Andrew Bowie calling the incident 'sickening' and 'disgusting'.
Oldbury Pub Fate Decided After Double Stabbing
Sandwell Council's licensing committee will review the Bulls Head pub's license on March 27 following a violent incident where two men were stabbed in early March.
Ex-Journalist Jailed for Sutton Park CS Spray Rampage (22.03.2026)
Bradley Baker, 33, has been sentenced to four years in prison for spraying strangers with CS spray in Sutton Park. Victims feared blindness and suffered burns in the daylight attacks.
Prison Officer Attacked by Spice-Using Inmate at HMP Oakwood
A female prison officer was attacked by a convicted robber high on spice at HMP Oakwood near Wolverhampton, forcing her to quit her job due to trauma and injuries sustained.
Crackdown on Boy Racer Noise Near Birmingham Airport
A Public Spaces Protection Order has been approved for roads around Birmingham Airport to combat illegal street racing and excessive noise plaguing residents late into the night.
Birmingham Driver Slammed Over 'Selfish' Pavement Parking
A Birmingham driver has been called a 'total disgrace' after parking a BMW on a pavement in Bordesley Green, forcing a mother with a twin pushchair into the road and sparking resident outrage over safety concerns.
Man Dies at Quinton Blind Spot After Car Hits Tree
A man has tragically died and a woman remains injured in hospital after a car collided with a tree on Ridgacre Road in Quinton. The incident occurred just after midnight on Saturday, March 21, at a location described as a notorious blind spot.
Addict fined for B&M thefts to fund drug habit under pressure
A Birmingham HMO resident stole £107 in cleaning pods from B&M Bargains to fund his drug addiction under peer pressure from a neighbour, court hears. Jonathan Elliott, 43, was fined £163.03 and warned he could face prison if he fails to pay.
Travellers Occupy Solihull Car Park, Eviction Underway
Around a dozen caravans have taken over Green Lane car park in Solihull, near two primary schools, prompting local councillor Prish Sharma to begin eviction proceedings with police involvement.
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