Stalker jailed for coercive control campaign
Thomas McGinn, 33, subjected his victim to months of stalking, including 100 daily calls and fake social media profiles. He has now been jailed and given a lifetime restraining order.
Category : Community Safety
New charges for Huntingdon train attack suspect
Anthony Williams faces new charges including attempted murder of a 14-year-old boy. Learn the latest developments in this ongoing criminal case.
Birmingham man charged with stepbrother's 2022 murder
A Birmingham man and woman face murder charges over the 2022 death of Rubin Blount. The stepbrother and co-accused appear in court tomorrow. Read the latest developments.
Birmingham man convicted of neighbour's murder
Diogo Bettencourt found guilty of murdering Anthony Sharma in Erdington before fraudulently using his bank card. Read the full shocking details of this callous crime.
Five charged over Sutton Coldfield shooting plot
Five individuals face conspiracy to murder charges after a man was shot near The Lanes Shopping Centre in Wylde Green. Police continue their investigation.
Ex-Cricketer Gordon Charged Over Stolen Car and Machete
Former Warwickshire bowler Recordo Gordon, 34, faces charges of theft of a motor vehicle and possession of an offensive weapon after police stop in Erdington. Read the full details.
Birmingham man guilty of neighbour murder and theft
Diogo Bettencourt found guilty of murdering Anthony Sharma in Erdington HMO before spending victim's benefits money. Sentencing adjourned until December 15.
Disqualified driver jailed after police chase in Wolverhampton
Mohammed Chowdhury, 27, has been sentenced to 18 weeks in prison after crashing a Volvo while fleeing police in Wolverhampton. Read the full story of the dramatic chase and its outcome.
Large cannabis factory shut down in Oldbury
West Midlands Police raided a property on Moat Road, uncovering a large cannabis farm spread across multiple rooms. Two men were arrested. Report suspicious activity via 101.
Handsworth murder: Police hunt for teen suspect
Police are hunting for Oumar Traore, 17, after Yassin Alama, 19, was fatally stabbed in Handsworth, Birmingham. A 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.
Hit-and-run driver hunt after cyclist dies on A46
Police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who killed cyclist Israr Hussain on the A46 in Warwickshire. Nearly 500 vehicles are being checked. Contact police with information.
Hoax caller jailed for Rambo-style 9/11 threats
Steven Ridley, 53, has been imprisoned for 14 months after making hoax bomb threats to police, referencing the IRA and a '9/11-style bloodbath'. Read the full court details.
Midlands Dad Avoids Prison for Chemsex Drug Offences
A former Environment Agency director from the Midlands has received a suspended sentence for selling 'lethal' chemsex drugs to men on Grindr. Discover the full court details.
Drug dealer jailed after police stop in Staffordshire
Festim Qengaj, 20, has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison after police found cocaine and cash in his car during a stop in Milford. Read the full story.
CCTV appeal after train guard attacked in Birmingham
British Transport Police release images of four men after multiple fights broke out on a London to Birmingham train, resulting in a guard being assaulted at Birmingham International station.
This Morning star's wife spat at in Kent road rage
LBC presenter Tom Swarbrick appeals for help after his wife was subjected to a horrific spit attack by a driver in Kent. His daughter witnessed the shocking incident.
Kieran Hayler in court on child rape and assault charges
Katie Price's ex-husband Kieran Hayler appears at Crawley court, charged with rape and sexual assault of a 13-year-old girl. He denies all allegations. Full story and support information.
Police complete investigation into Oasis fan's fatal fall
Police have concluded their investigation into the death of Lee Claydon, 45, who fell from Wembley Stadium during an Oasis concert. The father-of-three's death has been ruled a tragic accident.
Birmingham drug raid uncovers thousands in cannabis
A 29-year-old man was arrested in Erdington after police discovered 2kg of cannabis hidden in bags during a warrant. The suspect has been bailed as enquiries continue.
Train attack suspect faces new attempted murder charges
Anthony Williams, the suspect in the Huntingdon train stabbing, now faces seven new charges, including two counts of attempted murder in Peterborough. Learn the latest on this developing case.
Birmingham's B15 is UK's top burglary hotspot
Birmingham's B15 postcode has the highest burglary claims rate in Britain. Discover the UK's top hotspots and 7 expert tips to secure your home this winter.
Woman charged with arson after Birmingham house fire
A 38-year-old woman faces arson charges after a house fire in Witton where four children were present. Emergency services responded to Deykin Avenue property.
Birmingham rapper jailed for petrol station flamethrower attack
Omar Abdirizak, known as Twista Cheese, sentenced to six years and nine months for robbery and arson after using a makeshift flamethrower at a Birmingham petrol station.
Half of Birmingham feels unsafe on roads
New research reveals 50% of Birmingham residents feel unsafe on local roads, with dangerous driving and poor conditions cited as major concerns. Discover the findings and what needs to change.
£30 gadget could be your best defence against car thieves
The Technaxx TX-100 plug-in alarm offers affordable vehicle security with motion detection and 110dB siren. Currently 25% off at £29.99. Protect your car today!
Birmingham drug dealer jailed for attack and cannabis
Xiao Long Lin from Birmingham sentenced to over two years for vicious metal pole assault and dealing cannabis worth £12,000. Read the full court details.
Birmingham hospital car park road rage incident
A mother was knocked down in a Birmingham hospital car park during a road rage incident. Aprile Rogan received a suspended sentence. Read the full court details.
Family man died in fall after police taser incident
Ayuub Abdi, 34, fell to his death after being tasered by police while climbing through a window in Handsworth. The inquest continues as family pays tribute.
Girl, 9, mauled by XL Bully-type dog in Birmingham
A nine-year-old girl was horrifically mauled by an XL Bully-type dog in Erdington. Her mother recalls the chilling moment her daughter thought she would die. Police are searching for the owner.
11-year-old girl dies in suspected drug death
An 11-year-old girl from Helensburgh has died in a suspected drug-related incident. Police Scotland has launched an investigation into the tragic death.
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