Prison Officer Jailed for Romance with Convicted Killer
Ellis Eyles, 24, has been sentenced to eight months for misconduct after forming a relationship with inmate Mitchell Ingham and sharing confidential information.
Category : Community Safety
IS Terrorists Jailed for Life Over Manchester Jewish Attack Plot
Two Islamic State supporters have been sentenced to life imprisonment for plotting a marauding firearms attack targeting Greater Manchester's Jewish community, which police say could have been the UK's deadliest terrorist attack.
Birmingham Father and Son Face Trial Over Attack Plot
A Birmingham father and son are among a group charged with conspiracy to assault Pakistani human rights lawyer Mirza Shahzad Akbar and journalist Adil Raja in alleged Christmas Eve attacks.
Four in Court Over £1M Wolverhampton Factory Damage
Four individuals accused of causing over £1 million in damage at a Moog Inc factory near Wolverhampton have appeared at the Old Bailey. The case involves alleged pro-Palestine protesters, with the hearing adjourned following a High Court ruling.
Man Charged After £1.5m Cannabis Found in M5 Car Stop
A 54-year-old man from Newport faces charges after police discovered 200 kilos of cannabis worth £1.5 million during a vehicle stop on the M5 motorway between Worcester and Ross.
Birmingham Duo Among Eight Charged in 2024 Murder Probe
Eight individuals, including two from Birmingham, have been charged in connection with the murder of Gary Piatek, who vanished in April 2024. Police executed warrants across multiple locations.
Train Masturbator Caught Again Days After Release
A serial offender who exposed himself on trains has been sent back to prison after being caught just 12 days following his release, breaching multiple court orders.
School Worker Hit by 'Coward' Driver Who Fled Scene
A Birmingham school manager was struck by a car and left in a drain as the driver fled after pleading with him not to make insurance claims. The victim describes the traumatic incident and criticizes driving standards in the city.
Oldbury Rape Investigation Update After Five Months
West Midlands Police provide an update on the alleged racially aggravated rape in Oldbury, with two suspects arrested and bailed in connection with the case.
Eight Charged in Murder Probe After Man's Disappearance
Eight individuals face charges including murder and proceeds of crime offences in connection with Gary Piatek's disappearance in April 2024. Police continue searches in Leicester.
Schoolboy Seriously Injured in Bus Collision
A young boy sustained serious injuries after being struck by a double-decker bus on Warren Farm Road in Kingstanding, Birmingham, prompting a major emergency response and road closures.
Birmingham Car Key Burglars Jailed After Clothing Mistake
Three men have been sentenced for over 100 car key burglaries across Birmingham, netting nearly £2 million in stolen vehicles, after a distinctive jacket worn by one member helped police crack the case.
Attorney General Reviews Sentence of Teen Killer Kian Moulton
The Attorney General's Office has received formal requests to review the sentence given to Kian Moulton, who murdered 12-year-old Leo Ross. A decision will be made within four weeks.
Children as Young as 10 Arrested for Serious Crimes in West Midlands
Freedom of information data reveals dozens of children aged 10-12 have been arrested for shocking crimes including murder, attempted murder, and rape in the West Midlands region.
CCTV Appeal After Handsworth Burglary: Cash and Electronics Stolen
West Midlands Police have released images of a man they wish to speak to following a burglary on Crocketts Road in Handsworth, where cash and electrical goods were stolen in the early hours of November 2.
Kian Moulton's Violent Past: Knife in Class Before Murder
Kian Moulton, 15, jailed for life for murdering 12-year-old Leo Ross in Birmingham, had previously been excluded from school for breaking a teacher's nose and bringing a knife to class. His identity was revealed after reporting restrictions were lifted.
Man Avoids Jail After Online Chat About Baby Abuse
A 68-year-old man from Staffordshire has received a suspended sentence after discussing the sexual abuse of a five-month-old baby online and possessing indecent images of children.
Sandwell Woman Missing, Police Urge 999 Calls
Police are appealing for help to find Eleanor, a woman from Sandwell who went missing in the early hours of Friday, February 13. She was last seen wearing specific clothing.
Five More Men Charged After Wolverhampton Stabbing
West Midlands Police have charged five additional men in connection with a disorder in Wolverhampton where three men were stabbed last October. The suspects are due to appear in court next month.
Wife's Tribute to Husband Killed by XL Bully Dogs
Helen Price pays emotional tribute to her 'kind' husband Ian, who was mauled to death by two XL Bully dogs in Stonnall, Staffordshire in 2023. The owner has been sentenced to five years in prison.
Family Disowns Teen Killer Kian Moulton After Murder
A close relative of Kian Moulton, who murdered 12-year-old Leo Ross in Birmingham, has labeled him a 'scumbag' and stated they 'couldn't care less' about his fate, revealing family estrangement following the crime.
Racist Axe Attacker Jailed After Edinburgh Station Assault
Brian Patterson, who reeked of alcohol, launched a vile and premeditated racially motivated axe attack at Edinburgh Waverley station, striking his victim on the head.
Drug-Fuelled Driver Crashes, Kills Mum in Mini Cooper
Lee Rance, a banned driver with cocaine and other drugs in his system, crashed his Mini Cooper into a tree, killing front-seat passenger Carly Hicks, a 37-year-old mother of two.
Bearwood Brawl: Three Hospitalized After Weapons Fight
Three men remain hospitalized, one with potentially serious injuries, following a violent group disorder involving weapons on Bearwood Road. Police have arrested multiple suspects and are appealing for dashcam and mobile phone footage.
Teen Hit by Car with False Plates in Bilston Incident
A 17-year-old girl has suffered potentially life-changing injuries after being struck by a silver Ford Kuga with false plates in Bilston. Police are urgently seeking the driver and appealing for dashcam footage.
Police Dig at Midlands Property in Murder Investigation
Police are conducting extensive searches, including ground excavation, at a Leicester address as part of a murder investigation into the disappearance of Gary Piatek, last seen in April 2024. Twelve arrests have been made.
Tamworth Trio Charged in Drug-Dealing Police Operations
Three men from Tamworth have been charged with multiple drug-dealing offences following two separate investigations by Staffordshire Police's major and organized crime teams, with significant quantities of cocaine and cannabis seized.
Shoplifter Banned from Tesco, Matalan and Shopping Park
A prolific shoplifter from Kidderminster has been issued a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order, banning him from Tesco Express, Matalan, and Weavers Wharf Shopping Park.
XL Bully Owner Jailed After Dogs Kill Man in Staffordshire
James Harrison Trimble-Pettit sentenced to five years for owning dangerously out-of-control dogs that killed Ian Price in Stonnall. The dogs had previously escaped and attacked others.
Teen Detained in Kingstanding Firearms and Drugs Raid
A 14-year-old was among five people detained after police raided a property in Kingstanding, Birmingham, recovering Class A drugs and ammunition. A 31-year-old man has been charged.
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