Uber completes UK audio recording feature rollout
Uber has completed the UK rollout of its audio recording feature, letting riders record trip audio via the app to enhance safety and support incident reports.
Category : Community Safety
Motorcyclist dies in Rowley Regis crash on Powke Lane
A motorcyclist in his 30s died after a collision on Powke Lane, Rowley Regis, on 15 August. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Arrest at European Athletics Championships delays ceremonies
A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of fraud at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham, causing medal ceremony delays and transport suspensions. Services resumed Sunday.
Reusable BBQ Grease Fire Risk Warning After Burnham Ban
Experts warn that uncleaned reusable BBQs pose a serious grease fire risk during heatwaves, following Andy Burnham's ban on disposable barbecues.
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Stourbridge fire: WMFS restarts resident return process
West Midlands Fire Service has restarted its process to support Stourbridge residents back to their homes after the August 13 wildfires, with a meeting point at Worcester Lane and specific instructions.
Man jailed for attacking wife five times after divorce request
Samad Hussain, 32, of Alum Rock, was jailed for two years after admitting five assaults on his wife, criminal damage, and cannabis possession. He attacked her after she asked for a divorce, including pushing her down stairs and punching her, causing a hea
Police officer snooped on people she knew in secret checks
Former PC Katie Bowie accessed 'highly confidential' police data over two years, searching names, addresses, mugshots and incidents of people she knew without a legitimate policing purpose. A misconduct panel found gross misconduct, and she would have bee
Man smashes chip-and-pin machine after alleged racist jibe
Adrian-Costinel Rotaru, 39, destroyed a £200 chip-and-pin machine at Texaco Garage in Smethwick after allegedly being told to 'go back to Romania'. He pleaded guilty to criminal damage and was ordered to pay £285.
Wolverhampton teen grieving brother's death arrested after police call
Erin Hudson, 18, of Wolverhampton, was fined £467 after admitting assaulting police and a paramedic. The court heard she was grieving her brother's death from cancer and had 'wanted to be left alone'.
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Erdington drug dealer jailed after father's addiction
Mohammed Ali, 30, jailed for four and a half years for County Lines drug dealing, following a background shaped by his father's addiction and his own reoffending after a 2021 conviction.
Birmingham street top for UK driving fines with 100,985 tickets
Corporation Street in Birmingham issued 100,985 Penalty Charge Notices in 2025/2026, the highest in the UK, with nearly 277 tickets daily, mainly for clean air zone breaches.
WMP hunt murder suspects, urge public to call 999
West Midlands Police are hunting two murder suspects, Dahir Ali and Zachariah Liburd, urging anyone with information to call 999 immediately.
Birmingham shop fined for selling WKD Blue to teen
7 Star Food and Wine in Glenpark Road fined £154 after a test purchase saw a 16-year-old buy WKD Blue without ID. The court heard Challenge 25 was not applied.
Birmingham cannabis dealer caught after train ticket dodge
Mohammed Ammar, 22, of Weoley Castle, avoided jail after admitting supplying cannabis to fund his habit. He was caught at Selly Oak station without a ticket, leading to discovery of drugs at his home.
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Drug mule with £500k cannabis spared jail
Jordan Kane, 27, caught with £500k cannabis at Birmingham Airport, avoids prison. He admitted importing class B drug but feared repercussions from organizers.
Council warns of GoFundMe scams after Stourbridge fire
Dudley Council warns residents about fake GoFundMe pages for Stourbridge fire victims, urging donations only via official channels. The council has set up its own verified fundraising page.
Police cordon in Hockley after Birmingham city centre incident
A police cordon was set up at the corner of Icknield Street and Camden Street in Hockley, Birmingham, at 5.40pm on 15 Aug 2026, with an officer guarding the scene opposite Tesco Superstore.
TikToker Jumps Fence to Help Fight Birmingham Fire
A TikToker jumped over a garden fence to help fight a fire in Birmingham, capturing the moment on video. The fire broke out in a residential area, and the quick action helped prevent further damage.
Birmingham man jailed for £71k Pokémon card thefts
Shane Johnson, 37, of no fixed address, was jailed for 45 months and four weeks for burglary after stealing over £71,000 in Pokémon cards and other items from shops in Warrington and Rugby.
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Man Shot in Leg Near Brierley Hill Pub; Two Arrested
A man was shot in the leg during a disorder in Amblecote Road, Brierley Hill, on Saturday afternoon. Two men have been arrested, and police are appealing for information.
Two Women Arrested After Wolverhampton House Fire
Two women, aged 36 and 56, have been arrested on suspicion of arson after a fire damaged two homes on Mount Road, Wolverhampton, with no injuries reported.
Sutton Coldfield Leads Birmingham's Lowest Crime Areas
Sutton Four Oaks has the fewest violent and sexual offences in Birmingham, with 359 in 12 months. Other safe spots include Jewellery Quarter, Hall Green, and Oscott.
Acocks Green road closed after man hit by vehicle and attacked
A man in his 50s was hit by a white vehicle and assaulted in Shaftmoor Lane, Acocks Green, on Friday night. Police closed the road for over six hours and have launched an appeal for witnesses.
5.0 Quake Hits Granada, Spain, Forcing Evacuations
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck Granada, Spain, at 1:04 am, causing damage and evacuations. No injuries reported, but officials warn of more tremors.
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Man found dead in Sutton Park woodland, police confirm
A man has been found dead in Sutton Park woodland in Sutton Coldfield. Police say the death is not being treated as suspicious, and a report will be prepared for the coroner.
Oswestry Balloon Carnival safety update after wildfire alert
Oswestry Balloon Carnival organisers have issued an important safety update after a severe wildfire alert, adding extra fire precautions and risk assessments for the August 22-23 event.
Stourbridge family flees wildfire on doorbell camera
A Stourbridge family fled their home as a wildfire engulfed it, captured on doorbell camera. Around 19 homes were destroyed in the West Midlands blazes.
Graduate drug dealer with £62k cannabis avoids prison
Arjun Bilkhu, 25, caught with £62,000 cannabis and a knuckleduster, avoided prison. He received an 18-month community order, 100 hours unpaid work, and 20 rehab days.
Man seriously injured in assault near Grand Central
A man in his 50s was found seriously injured on Navigation Street in Birmingham city centre on 15 August, with police treating it as an assault and appealing for witnesses.
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Man jailed 19 years for West Midlands crime spree
A man has been jailed for nearly 20 years after a West Midlands crime spree including an armed bank robbery, a police chase, and burglaries.
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