Thief banned from Greggs and Tesco after assaults
A Telford man has been jailed and given a Criminal Behaviour Order banning him from specific shops after a spree of thefts and assaults on staff. Read the full story.
Category : Community Safety
Fire Warning: Electric Blankets & Hot Water Bottles Risk
Gloucestershire Fire Brigade warns combining electric blankets with hot water bottles could cause electrocution as temperatures plummet to -7°C. Stay safe with these essential tips.
Handsworth Wood Murder: Police Hunt for Teen Suspect
Special stop and search powers enacted in Handsworth Wood after the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama. Police urge public not to approach suspect Oumar Traore.
Handsworth Wood murder: Teen victim named as Yassin Alama
Yassin Alama, 19, was fatally stabbed on Hutton Road in Handsworth Wood. A 17-year-old suspect, Oumar Traore, is wanted by police. Call 999 with information.
Manhunt for teen after Handsworth Wood murder
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking Oumar Traore, 17, after Yassin Alama, 19, was fatally stabbed on Hutton Road. Call 999 with information.
Masseur spared jail for spa sexual assaults
Ibrahim Ali, 36, received a suspended sentence for sexually assaulting five women during treatments at a luxury Berkshire spa. Discover the full story and legal outcome.
West Bromwich shop loses licence over illegal sales
John's Booze in West Bromwich has had its licence revoked after being caught selling alcohol to a child and stocking illicit items including Viagra and oversized vapes. Discover the full story.
CCTV Appeal After £3k Theft from 90-Year-Old
Police release CCTV of three men after a 90-year-old man had £3,000 stolen from his car boot in Dudley. Call 101 with information.
Mum's life torn apart by untraced hit-and-run driver
Kayley Hicken, 35, describes how a 2016 hit-and-run collision left her with catastrophic injuries. The driver was never caught. Read her powerful story of survival and hope.
5 Vital Road Safety Tips for New UK Drivers
A police road safety expert reveals five crucial tips for new and young drivers during Road Safety Week. Learn how to stay safe and reduce risks on UK roads.
Man charged with murder after death in Hanley flat
A 56-year-old man has been charged with murder after Stephen Lovatt was found dead in a flat on Linfield Road, Hanley. Police are appealing for information.
Car key burglary gang sentenced for Solihull thefts
A gang of four thieves has been sentenced for a series of car key burglaries across Solihull, Redditch, and Bromsgrove. Discover how police brought them to justice.
Two arrested after Birmingham robbery and assault
Two men have been arrested on suspicion of robbery after a man in his 30s was assaulted and forced to transfer money at a property on South Road in Soho, Birmingham.
Murder probe after Handsworth Wood stabbing
A man in his 20s has died after a stabbing on Hutton Road in Handsworth Wood. Police urge witnesses to come forward as a murder investigation is launched.
Sex offender used 'Horny Master' alias, court hears
Niall Griffiths, a registered sex offender, admitted failing to notify police of his 'Horny Master' online alias. Discover the details of his breach and sentencing.
Murder probe after fatal stabbing in Handsworth Wood
A murder investigation is underway after a man was fatally stabbed on Hutton Road in Handsworth Wood. Police are appealing for information following the incident on Sunday evening.
Police Dog PD Bear Arrests Wanted Man in Dudley
Dramatic footage shows police dog PD Bear tackling a suspect in Dudley. The wanted man attempted to flee but was quickly detained. Read the full story here.
Man injured and cars smashed in Birmingham fracas
Armed police raced to a Birmingham retail park after a violent disorder left one man injured and multiple cars damaged. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning. Contact police with information.
Birmingham safety fears after city centre attacks
Residents reveal growing unease in Birmingham city centre following a series of violent incidents, including a fatal attack. West Midlands Police increase patrols.
5 Safety Tips for Women's Nights Out in Birmingham
Feeling anxious about nights out in Birmingham? Discover five crucial safety measures, from drink covers to the 'Ask for Angela' scheme, to empower your evening.
Prison officer's affair with rapist inmate exposed
Former prison officer Cherrie-Ann Austin-Saddington reveals how relationship with convicted rapist Bradley Trengrove destroyed her career and highlights security concerns in UK prisons.
Police probe after man attacked outside Wolverhampton pub
A man was rushed to hospital after an assault on Lichfield Street in Wolverhampton city centre. Police are appealing for witnesses to the Saturday night incident.
Birmingham Christmas Market stabbing: Police reassurance
West Midlands Police increases patrols after a teenager is stabbed near the Bullring. Three charged as force vows to keep city centre safe for Christmas market visitors.
Cloned car crashes after police chase near Birmingham
A driver was arrested after a cloned Lexus crashed following a dramatic police pursuit in Chelmsley Wood, Solihull. The vehicle was linked to a series of vehicle thefts. Join BirminghamLive for breaking news.
Man arrested in Wolverhampton cannabis farm raid
West Midlands Police discovered a £30,000 cannabis farm during a raid on Goldthorn Road, Wolverhampton. One man was arrested on multiple charges. Join our community for breaking news.
Man arrested carrying TV in Birmingham street
West Midlands Police arrested a 52-year-old man on Slade Road, Erdington, on suspicion of burglary. Officers seized a television, power tools, and electrical items during Operation Skybridge.
Drug dealer caught in Bloxwich road safety operation
West Midlands Police arrested four people, including a suspected drug dealer, during a road safety operation in Bloxwich. Eleven vehicles were seized. Read the full story.
Van with dangerous faults stopped by police
Police discovered a van with serious brake and steering faults and no handbrake during a stop in Stoke. The driver was reported and vehicle prevented from moving.
Netflix star Nana injured fighting armed home intruder
K-pop icon and Netflix actress Nana and her mother hospitalised with serious injuries after confronting armed burglar in their Seoul home. Read their brave story.
Cable theft appeal: Police want to speak to this man
West Midlands Police are appealing for information after a large quantity of cable was stolen from a site on Ridgacre Road in West Bromwich. Officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to.
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