Five Jailed for Birmingham Street Shooting and Brawl
Five men have received substantial prison sentences following a violent armed confrontation in Stechford, Birmingham, where a gun was fired multiple times during a public street brawl.
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Acocks Green Murder Suspect Still at Large After Week
Police continue their search for Zachariah Liburd, wanted over the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Chris Ikouara in Birmingham's Acocks Green area.
Birmingham Dealer Jailed in Chinatown Drug Bust
Bong Bui, 24, has been sentenced to 4.5 years for supplying Class-A and B drugs worth over £15,500, following a police operation in Birmingham's Chinese Quarter.
Supermarket Thief Jailed for Post-Christmas Crime Spree
Marcus Henry has been sentenced to 36 weeks in prison for stealing hundreds of pounds worth of goods from two Rowley Regis supermarkets and breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order.
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Man Found Dead on Wolverhampton School Grounds: Family Plea
The family of Neil 'Chuck' Thompson, found dead at Smestow Academy, urge witnesses to come forward as police treat his death as unexplained.
Cocaine Dealer Jailed for Seven Years After Police Chase
Jobe Larrassey, 33, has been sentenced to seven years in prison after crashing into a lorry during a police chase in Rugby. Officers discovered cocaine and cannabis worth over £200,000.
Quad Bike Gang Hunted After Worcestershire Crime Spree
West Mercia Police are investigating a series of quad bike thefts across Worcestershire villages, with four reported stolen in 48 hours. Rural crime officers urge owners to enhance security measures.
Chainsaw Attacker Jailed for Birmingham Woodland Assault
Lewis Whitsey sentenced to two years after attacking a dog walker with a deactivated chainsaw in Solihull woodland. The court heard details of the terrifying confrontation.
Urgent Appeal for Missing Schoolboy Cody in Warwickshire
Warwickshire Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 14-year-old Cody, last seen near Polesworth. Public assistance requested with search efforts.
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Tributes to Man Found Dead at Wolverhampton School Grounds
Neil 'Chuck' Thompson was discovered on Smestow Academy grounds. Police treat death as unexplained, appeal for information on his final movements.
Croydon Blue Badge Abusers Ordered to Pay £6,000
Croydon Council has secured convictions against seven drivers who abused Blue Badge privileges, resulting in nearly £6,000 in fines and criminal records for all offenders.
Man jailed for brutal attack on ex-partner in Stoke-on-Trent
Ammar Khan, 27, has been sentenced to 46 weeks imprisonment after launching a violent assault on his former partner in Norton, forcing her to escape through a window for her safety.
Shoplifter jailed for 18 weeks after £1.1k alcohol theft spree
A prolific shoplifter has been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison after stealing over £1,100 worth of alcohol from stores in Telford and Whitchurch while breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order.
RAC: Get tested for cataracts and glaucoma if dazzled
The RAC warns drivers struggling with headlight glare to get tested for cataracts and glaucoma. These common, often symptomless conditions can worsen dazzle perception.
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£8m of illegal goods seized in Birmingham shop crackdown
Birmingham City Council's Trading Standards team has confiscated over £8 million worth of illegal items from 24-hour shops. The operation targets organised crime and exploitation. Read the full story.
Solihull store avoids closure over fake toys and vape
A Solihull convenience store accused of selling counterfeit Labubu dolls and an illegal vape to a minor has been allowed to stay open after a council review. Read the full story.
Sledgehammer gang steals £1m in violent Midlands raid
A couple were attacked with a sledgehammer and dragged around their home as five masked thieves stole nearly £1m in luxury watches and bags. Crimestoppers offers a £7,500 reward for information.
Woman texted 'help me' after alleged Midlands park rape
A jury hears a woman texted for help after being allegedly raped in a Nottinghamshire park. Sheraz Malik, 28, denies three counts of rape as the trial continues at Birmingham Crown Court.
CCTV appeal after alleged sexual assault in Pelsall
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted on Pelsall High Street in November. A CCTV image of a man they wish to speak to has been released.
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Bankrupt builder jailed for 12 months over £414k fraud
A bankrupt Derby builder who illegally took over £400k from families for unfinished work, leaving children sleeping on floors, has been jailed for 12 months. Read the full investigation details.
Dad jailed after running over dog and owner in Stoke
A father-of-three has been sentenced to 32 months in prison for dangerous driving and attempting to cause grievous bodily harm after a shocking incident in Stoke-on-Trent. Read the full court details.
Stolen cars found stripped at Lye chop shop
Police discovered vehicles stolen 'from across the Midlands' at a chop shop in Lye, Stourbridge. A man was arrested. Call 101 with information.
DPD worker stabbed 29 times in Handsworth robbery
A DPD delivery driver pleaded 'don't kill me' as he was stabbed in the heart during a brutal robbery in Handsworth, Birmingham Crown Court was told. Read the full trial details.
Birmingham bully jailed for £10k blackmail scam
Twaha Kaana, 27, jailed for five-and-a-half years after a nine-month blackmail campaign forced a couple from their Rednal flat. Read the full court report.
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Child finds body on school field in Wolverhampton
An 11-year-old girl made a grim discovery on her school's playing field in Wolverhampton. Police are investigating as the school offers support to pupils.
Man's body found in Wolverhampton school grounds
West Midlands Police detail final sightings of a 45-year-old man discovered at Smestow Academy. Officers appeal for witnesses who saw him in the early hours.
CCTV appeal after Wolverhampton pickpocket steals cards and phone
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of two women and a man wanted for questioning after a pickpocketing theft in Wolverhampton. The victim's bank cards and mobile phone were stolen.
Police force refers itself to watchdog after Villa match report
West Midlands Police has voluntarily referred itself to the IOPC watchdog following a highly critical report into its handling of the Aston Villa vs Maccabi Tel Aviv match. Acting Chief Constable Scott Green issues an unreserved apology.
1,000 Cannabis Plants Found in Birmingham Factory Raid
Police discovered a large-scale cannabis farm in Nechells, Birmingham, seizing over 1,000 plants worth hundreds of thousands. No arrests were made. Read the full story.
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Body discovered at Smestow Academy, Wolverhampton
Police are investigating after a man's body was found on the grounds of Smestow Academy in Wolverhampton. Pupils were sent home as enquiries continue.
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