Attempted Murder Charge in Wolverhampton City Centre Attack
A 63-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a man in his 60s was seriously injured in an attack on Dudley Street in Wolverhampton city centre.
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Pensioner Jailed for 1985 Rape After DNA Breakthrough
A 75-year-old man has been sentenced to 15 years for a knife-point rape in 1985, solved through DNA evidence after the victim's death, with her family stating it contributed to her early passing.
Ex-Labour Councillor Sentenced for Online Grooming Offences
Former Labour councillor Liron Velleman has received a suspended sentence after sending explicit content to an undercover officer posing as a 13-year-old girl in online chatrooms.
Man Arrested for Racial Abuse of Officer at Birmingham Protest
A 38-year-old Birmingham man has been arrested on suspicion of racially abusing a police officer during a demonstration on Hospital Street. The arrest is linked to an earlier incident, not the burning of an Israeli flag.
Cooking Oil Thieves Strike as Fuel Prices Soar
Two men were caught on video stealing five large drums of used cooking oil from a Surrey restaurant, with thefts linked to rising fuel costs and biodiesel production.
Teen Robbed on Birmingham-Walsall Train, Police Release Image
A teenager was assaulted and robbed of his vape and bus pass on a train from Birmingham to Walsall. British Transport Police have released an image of a person who may have information about the incident.
TikTok Star's 90mph Police Chase Ends in 180-Degree Spin
Paige Brookes, a 24-year-old TikTok influencer with 142,000 followers, received a suspended sentence after a dangerous police chase where her Chevrolet spun 180 degrees at high speeds in Stafford.
Armed Police Swarm Cannock Street Over Knife Group Reports
Armed police descended on Clarion Way in Cannock after reports of a group with knives trying to enter a home. No suspects were found, and police are treating it as an isolated incident.
Ex-Volunteer Police Officer Gets 32 Years for Rapes
James Bubb, who now identifies as Gwyn Samuels, was convicted of raping a child and a woman after grooming them online. The former Met special constable received a lengthy sentence at Aylesbury Crown Court.
Two Arrests in Erdington High Street Crackdown
West Midlands Police arrested a 49-year-old man for theft and knife possession at Greggs, and a 39-year-old man for assault outside a pub, during Operation Fearless patrols.
Partner Guilty of Murder After Claiming Victim Fell Down Stairs
Dale Cole has been convicted of murdering his partner Lisa Holland in Burton-upon-Trent, following years of abuse and a false 999 call claiming she fell down stairs.
Murder Probe After Body Found in Nottinghamshire Street
A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body in Main Street, Milton, Nottinghamshire. Four individuals have been arrested on suspicion of murder, with police cordons impacting traffic near the A1.
Three in Court for Murder After Body Found in Coventry Wheelie Bin
Tammy Sturdy, Camron Sturdy, and Shane Turkington appeared at Warwick Crown Court charged with the murder of Thomas Niven, whose body was discovered in a park wheelie bin earlier this month.
Smethwick Shooting: Man Charged with Attempted Murder
A 21-year-old man faces charges including attempted murder after a shooting in Smethwick. The victim, a 19-year-old, was shot in the leg and later arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
Sweeping Probation Reforms: Major Tagging Expansion Announced
The UK government has announced a £100 million overhaul of the probation system, making electronic tagging the default for most offenders leaving prison. The reforms include GPS tracking, alcohol monitoring, and 1,300 new probation officers to improve pub
Locksmith Scam Warning: £700 Bills After Low-Price Ads
A warning has been issued about locksmith scams where rogue operators advertise low prices then charge UK households up to 10 times more after completing work.
Iranian Spies Arrested at UK Nuclear Submarine Base
A 34-year-old Iranian man and a 31-year-old woman were detained after trying to enter HM Naval Base Clyde in Faslane, Scotland, home to Britain's nuclear deterrent fleet. Police Scotland confirmed the arrests following suspicious activity near the secure
Man Jailed for Biting Police Officer During Arrest in Gloucester
Luke Goodhall, 39, from Cheltenham, has been sentenced to nine months in prison after biting a police officer during an arrest in Gloucester. Body-worn footage revealed the assault that was hidden in a viral video without audio.
Morrisons Daily Robbery: Suspect Descriptions Released
West Midlands Police have issued descriptions of three suspects who robbed a Morrisons Daily store in Wolverhampton, threatening a staff member with a metal pole and stealing cash.
Officer Bitten During Arrest, Suspect Jailed for Assault
A Gloucestershire police officer was bitten on the leg while arresting a suspect, with body-worn video disproving online claims of excessive force. The attacker has been sentenced to prison.
Kids Aged 11 Arrested for Murder Plots and Rape in West Midlands
An investigation reveals 272 arrests of children under 12 in the West Midlands since 2025 for serious crimes including murder plots, rape, and knife possession.
Speeding driver smashes into Birmingham homes before fleeing
A speeding car careered into front gardens on Burney Lane in Washwood Heath, causing extensive damage to walls, gates, and vehicles. Two men fled the scene, with police now investigating the shocking incident.
Wolverhampton Police Raids: 11 Addresses Targeted, 16 Arrests
A week-long police operation in Wolverhampton resulted in 16 arrests, seizure of drugs and weapons, and efforts to combat criminal gangs exploiting vulnerable individuals.
Victims Relieved as 'Coronation Street Rapist' Dies in Prison
Andrew Davies, known as the 'Coronation Street Rapist', has died in prison from natural causes. His victims, terrorized in the 1980s, share mixed emotions of relief and ongoing trauma.
Police Advise Dog Walkers on Malvern Hills Under New Law
West Mercia Police's rural crime team spoke with dog owners on the Malvern Hills about new livestock worrying legislation that came into force this week, following concerning incidents last year.
Police Seize Counterfeit Tobacco in Minutes in Atherstone
Atherstone & Coleshill Police confiscated counterfeit tobacco just five minutes into a patrol on Market Street, with an ongoing investigation into a male driver and a local shop.
Three Arrested After Sutton Coldfield Knifepoint Robbery
Three men have been arrested following an armed robbery on Victoria Road in Sutton Coldfield. West Midlands Police have implemented a Section 35 dispersal order in the town centre to combat anti-social behaviour.
Coventry Sex Worker Murder Trial: Jury Deliberates Evidence
A jury is deliberating evidence in the trial of Mohammed Durnion, accused of murdering Reanne Coulson, whose body was found in a shallow grave in Binley Woods, Coventry.
Parents Praise Courage as Birmingham Sex Offender Jailed for 22 Years
Stephen Jeffries, 35, from Northfield, has been sentenced to 22 years for sexually abusing three girls over two decades. The parents of one victim have spoken out about their daughter's bravery in court.
Police Traffic Stop on Stratford Road: Arrests and Seizures
Three individuals were arrested for robbery and dangerous driving, with eight vehicles seized and over 30 penalties issued during a targeted police operation on Stratford Road in Birmingham.
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