Reckless Driver Jailed for Killing Smethwick Mum in Crash
Erjon Aliaj has been sentenced to ten and a half years for causing the death of carer Baljit Kaur, 62, who was struck as she got out of a car on Thimblemill Road in Smethwick.
Category : Community Safety
Dudley Town Centre Decline as Crime Rises, Councillor Warns
A Dudley councillor claims antisocial behaviour and crime are causing the town centre to decline, with gangs and drug users intimidating shoppers and traders. Police and council respond with patrols and new powers.
Walsall Weapons Amnesty Removes Samurai Sword, Crossbow, Knives
A community amnesty in Walsall collected dangerous weapons including a samurai sword, crossbow, and multiple knives, with police stating the action potentially saves lives by preventing harm.
Police Hunt E-Bike Riders After Rednal Shooting
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a man in his 20s was shot in the leg during an attack on Radnor Close in Rednal, Birmingham. Officers believe two Sur-Ron e-bikes were used in the incident.
Worcester Man in Court Over Alleged Antisemitic, Racist Posts
A 60-year-old Worcester man, Wayne Munden, has appeared at the Old Bailey charged with eight counts of stirring racial hatred and three counts of distributing terrorist material through social media posts targeting Jewish and black communities.
Woman Dies in Barton-under-Needwood Crash, Man Arrested
A woman has died following a late-night crash in Barton-under-Needwood. A 32-year-old man from Great Wyrley has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Police Appeal After Quinton Shop Raid: Items Stolen
West Midlands Police have issued a public appeal following a shop theft on Hagley Road West in Quinton, where items worth hundreds of pounds were taken. Authorities are seeking to identify a man in connection with the ongoing investigation.
Four in Court Over £1.2m Wolverhampton Factory Damage
Four alleged pro-Palestine protesters have pleaded not guilty to causing over £1.2 million in damage to a Wolverhampton factory linked to Israel. The defendants face a three-week trial starting June 8.
Wednesbury Crash: Driver Thought She'd Die as BMW Hit Her Car
A 66-year-old woman from West Bromwich suffered a broken wrist and said her life flashed before her eyes when a BMW ploughed into her Citroen on Hydes Road. The occupants fled, and police are investigating the dramatic collision.
CCTV Appeal for Selly Oak Burglary and Bank Card Fraud
West Midlands Police are investigating a burglary in Selly Oak's Heeley Road area, where stolen items included a bank card later used on a Bearwood bus. Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to trace as part of ongoing inquiries.
Blood Evidence Key in Catching Teen Killer, CSI Show Reveals
A new BBC series showcases how forensic blood evidence was crucial in convicting Kian Moulton for the murder of 12-year-old Leo Ross in Birmingham's Hall Green.
New Faces Added to West Midlands Police Most Wanted List
West Midlands Police have updated their most wanted list with new suspects, including individuals wanted for robbery and burglary. Detectives are appealing to the public for information to help locate these individuals.
Ian Huntley's Condition Unchanged After Prison Attack
Durham Constabulary confirms Ian Huntley remains seriously ill in hospital three days after being attacked with a metal bar at HMP Frankland. The Soham killer's condition shows no overnight improvement.
CCTV Images Released After Halesowen Shop Theft Incident
West Midlands Police have issued CCTV images of two men wanted for questioning after security staff were threatened during a theft of eleven whisky bottles from a Halesowen store.
Telford Man's Romance Fraud Trial Set for 2027
Marc Cole-Jones, 52, from Telford, has pleaded not guilty to 25 counts of fraud by false representation, totaling £535,791.41, in a case involving seven women across multiple regions.
Murder Probe After Fatal Stabbing at Milton Keynes Shopping Centre
A 52-year-old man died after being stabbed at Centre MK shopping centre in Milton Keynes. A 50-year-old suspect has been arrested as police launch a murder investigation.
Two Men Stabbed in Oldbury Pub Disorder, Five Arrested
Two men were stabbed during an armed disorder outside The Bulls Head Bar & Grill pub in Oldbury. Five people have been arrested as police investigate the incident.
Wednesbury Crash: Woman Rescued After BMW Hits Citroen
A woman was injured and rescued by a local after a dramatic two-car crash in Wednesbury's Hydes Road. The BMW occupants fled, and police are investigating the incident.
Romance Fraud Under-Reported Due to Shame in UK
The Insurance Fraud Bureau warns romance scams are surging but under-reported as victims feel ashamed. Scammers use fake profiles to steal identities, not just money.
Midlands Man Jailed for Vicious Drunken Attack
Kyle Somerville sentenced to over four years for a brutal assault that left his victim with facial fractures and vision problems after a drunken argument turned violent in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.
Austin Mass Shooting: 3 Dead, 14 Hurt; Police Kill Suspect
A mass shooting in Austin, Texas, left three dead and 14 injured. Police responded within seconds, confronting and killing the gunman at a popular beer garden on West 6th Street.
Police Probe Wednesbury Crash After BMW Occupants Flee
A serious two-car collision in Hydes Road, Wednesbury, has prompted a police investigation after the occupants of a BMW fled the scene. The crash involved a Citroen, with its driver treated by paramedics.
Police Demand Clearer E-Scooter Rules in UK Crackdown
A senior policing figure urges Labour to establish clear and enforceable e-scooter regulations, citing safety concerns and enforcement challenges in West Mercia.
Worcester Man Charged with Arson in Murder Probe
A 34-year-old man has been charged with arson and assault after a body was found in a garage in Worcester, with police linking the incident to other crimes in the area.
Police Seek Car After Midlands Woman's Disappearance
Warwickshire Police are urgently appealing for information on a silver Peugeot 206 linked to the disappearance of a 48-year-old woman from Nuneaton. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Police Release Image of Man Wanted in Small Heath Sex Attack Probe
West Midlands Police have issued images of a man they want to identify after a woman reported an attempted sexual assault on Coventry Road in Small Heath, Birmingham.
WhatsApp 'Hi Mum' Scam Warning in West Midlands
West Mercia Police issue urgent warning about WhatsApp scams, including 'hi mum/dad' messages and fake dating apps, targeting victims in the West Midlands for financial fraud.
Birmingham Driver Jailed for 11 Years in Nightclub Car Attack
Mohammed Suffi deliberately drove at pedestrians outside Tunnel Club, causing life-changing injuries. Three accomplices also sentenced for affray in shocking city centre violence.
Birmingham Killer's Reign of Terror: Calls During Sex and Stabbing
Cordelia Farrell subjected Wayne Coventry to emotional and physical abuse, including calling him during sex with other men, before fatally stabbing him in front of family.
Birmingham Criminals Jailed in February 2026
A roundup of Birmingham criminals sentenced in February 2026, including a shocking teenage murderer, deadly drug dealers, and sexual predators, with details of their crimes and prison terms.
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