Paedophile Jailed for TikTok Messages to 8-Year-Old Girl
A 33-year-old man from Handsworth has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison after sending explicit messages to an eight-year-old girl on TikTok, intercepted by her vigilant father.
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Birmingham Shops Sell Illegal Tobacco for £4 in Sting
An undercover investigation in Birmingham's Ladywood and Hodge Hill & Solihull areas reveals over half of independent shops sell illegal tobacco, with counterfeit pouches priced as low as £4, raising public concerns and tax losses.
Police Warning: Children Throwing Stones from Bridges at Cars
Staffordshire Police have issued a stern warning to parents after increased reports of children dangerously throwing stones from bridges at passing vehicles in Burntwood, with officers actively patrolling and posting warning signs.
West Midlands Man Hunted in Norway Fatal Driving Incident
The National Crime Agency appeals for public help to locate Charles Quinn, 40, wanted by Norwegian authorities for death by dangerous driving offenses, with connections to the West Midlands, London, and Kent.
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Midland Abuser Jailed for Strangling Ex and Home Attack
Kieran Hemming, 41, has been sentenced to 20 months in prison after admitting to strangling his ex-girlfriend and forcing his way into her home to assault her in separate incidents in Staffordshire.
Woman Jailed for Stalking Stranger and Photoshopping Pictures
Amy Pickard, 41, conducted a depraved harassment campaign against a man she didn't know, photoshopping images together and watching his home, leading to a six-year prison sentence.
Teens Charged with Drug Dealing in Tamworth After Layby Stop
Two teenagers, aged 17 and 18, have been charged with cocaine dealing and other offences after Staffordshire Police stopped their car in a Tamworth layby. Police found cocaine, cash, and mobile phones during the operation.
Man Arrested After 93-Year-Old Pensioner Robbed in Birmingham
A 46-year-old man has been arrested in Birmingham city centre on suspicion of robbing a 93-year-old pensioner and making homophobic comments to police officers during his arrest.
Pair Jailed for Boiling Water Attack in Nottinghamshire
Blu Wright and Tegan Hawley have been sentenced for a vicious assault that left their victim with fractures and burns after pouring boiling water over him during a prolonged attack.
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Worker Trapped Under Concrete Pillar at Stoke Building Site
A construction site worker in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, has sustained serious injuries after becoming trapped under a concrete pillar. Emergency services, including police, paramedics, and an air ambulance, responded to the incident at the old Edensor High
Attempted Murder Charge in Wolverhampton City Centre Attack
A 63-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after a man in his 60s was seriously injured in an attack on Dudley Street in Wolverhampton city centre.
Pensioner Jailed for 1985 Rape After DNA Breakthrough
A 75-year-old man has been sentenced to 15 years for a knife-point rape in 1985, solved through DNA evidence after the victim's death, with her family stating it contributed to her early passing.
Ex-Labour Councillor Sentenced for Online Grooming Offences
Former Labour councillor Liron Velleman has received a suspended sentence after sending explicit content to an undercover officer posing as a 13-year-old girl in online chatrooms.
Man Arrested for Racial Abuse of Officer at Birmingham Protest
A 38-year-old Birmingham man has been arrested on suspicion of racially abusing a police officer during a demonstration on Hospital Street. The arrest is linked to an earlier incident, not the burning of an Israeli flag.
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Cooking Oil Thieves Strike as Fuel Prices Soar
Two men were caught on video stealing five large drums of used cooking oil from a Surrey restaurant, with thefts linked to rising fuel costs and biodiesel production.
Teen Robbed on Birmingham-Walsall Train, Police Release Image
A teenager was assaulted and robbed of his vape and bus pass on a train from Birmingham to Walsall. British Transport Police have released an image of a person who may have information about the incident.
TikTok Star's 90mph Police Chase Ends in 180-Degree Spin
Paige Brookes, a 24-year-old TikTok influencer with 142,000 followers, received a suspended sentence after a dangerous police chase where her Chevrolet spun 180 degrees at high speeds in Stafford.
Armed Police Swarm Cannock Street Over Knife Group Reports
Armed police descended on Clarion Way in Cannock after reports of a group with knives trying to enter a home. No suspects were found, and police are treating it as an isolated incident.
Ex-Volunteer Police Officer Gets 32 Years for Rapes
James Bubb, who now identifies as Gwyn Samuels, was convicted of raping a child and a woman after grooming them online. The former Met special constable received a lengthy sentence at Aylesbury Crown Court.
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Two Arrests in Erdington High Street Crackdown
West Midlands Police arrested a 49-year-old man for theft and knife possession at Greggs, and a 39-year-old man for assault outside a pub, during Operation Fearless patrols.
Partner Guilty of Murder After Claiming Victim Fell Down Stairs
Dale Cole has been convicted of murdering his partner Lisa Holland in Burton-upon-Trent, following years of abuse and a false 999 call claiming she fell down stairs.
Murder Probe After Body Found in Nottinghamshire Street
A murder investigation has been launched following the discovery of a woman's body in Main Street, Milton, Nottinghamshire. Four individuals have been arrested on suspicion of murder, with police cordons impacting traffic near the A1.
Three in Court for Murder After Body Found in Coventry Wheelie Bin
Tammy Sturdy, Camron Sturdy, and Shane Turkington appeared at Warwick Crown Court charged with the murder of Thomas Niven, whose body was discovered in a park wheelie bin earlier this month.
Smethwick Shooting: Man Charged with Attempted Murder
A 21-year-old man faces charges including attempted murder after a shooting in Smethwick. The victim, a 19-year-old, was shot in the leg and later arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
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Sweeping Probation Reforms: Major Tagging Expansion Announced
The UK government has announced a £100 million overhaul of the probation system, making electronic tagging the default for most offenders leaving prison. The reforms include GPS tracking, alcohol monitoring, and 1,300 new probation officers to improve pub
Locksmith Scam Warning: £700 Bills After Low-Price Ads
A warning has been issued about locksmith scams where rogue operators advertise low prices then charge UK households up to 10 times more after completing work.
Iranian Spies Arrested at UK Nuclear Submarine Base
A 34-year-old Iranian man and a 31-year-old woman were detained after trying to enter HM Naval Base Clyde in Faslane, Scotland, home to Britain's nuclear deterrent fleet. Police Scotland confirmed the arrests following suspicious activity near the secure
Man Jailed for Biting Police Officer During Arrest in Gloucester
Luke Goodhall, 39, from Cheltenham, has been sentenced to nine months in prison after biting a police officer during an arrest in Gloucester. Body-worn footage revealed the assault that was hidden in a viral video without audio.
Morrisons Daily Robbery: Suspect Descriptions Released
West Midlands Police have issued descriptions of three suspects who robbed a Morrisons Daily store in Wolverhampton, threatening a staff member with a metal pole and stealing cash.
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Officer Bitten During Arrest, Suspect Jailed for Assault
A Gloucestershire police officer was bitten on the leg while arresting a suspect, with body-worn video disproving online claims of excessive force. The attacker has been sentenced to prison.
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