Man sentenced for Shrewsbury manslaughter stabbing
Kai Sainz-Stafford sentenced to five years for manslaughter after stabbing Sam Siviter during altercation in Shrewsbury. Read the full court details and family tributes.
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Man jailed for scissors stabbing in Hanley Park
Abdulrahin Abbker, 25, has been sentenced to two years in prison after stabbing two men with scissors in Stoke-on-Trent's Hanley Park following an argument. Read the full details.
Police Report Reveals Villa Hooligan Threat
A crucial police report details the 'low risk' posed by Aston Villa's historic hooligan groups ahead of the Maccabi Tel Aviv match, which saw away fans banned. Discover the full story.
Urgent Police Appeal for Missing Birmingham Teen
West Midlands Police are urgently searching for missing 16-year-old Alexa from Birmingham, last seen on Sunday, November 9. Public urged to call 999 with information.
GPS-tracker gunman jailed for 32-year sentence
Leon Haughton, from Wolverhampton, has been sentenced to 32 years for attempted murder after tracking his victim with a GPS device and shooting him at point-blank range. Discover the full investigation details.
Man jailed for 9 years over bottle attacks and arson
Kyle Purcell, 21, has been sentenced to nine years for attacking two women with bottles and setting fire to his flat in Burton-on-Trent. Read the full court details.
Five-year sentence for killer knifeman in dad's death
Kai Sainz-Stafford sentenced to over five years for manslaughter after stabbing Sam Siviter. Family tribute to much-loved West Bromwich Albion fan. Read the full story.
Birmingham bus stop murder: Police increase city patrols
West Midlands Police boost city centre patrols after the unprovoked fatal stabbing of Katie Fox, 34, at a Birmingham bus stop. A 21-year-old man has been charged with murder.
Man threatens to stab in Sainsbury's toilets
A teenage girl was left petrified after a man screamed 'I'm going to stab you' in a Staffordshire Sainsbury's female toilet. Police are investigating. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Four-year sentence for armed robber on bail
Richard Gull, 32, jailed for four years after robbing a Sutton Coldfield supermarket and burgling an Erdington home while on bail. The stolen car contained vital medical equipment.
CCTV appeal after train sexual assault in West Midlands
British Transport Police issue CCTV image after a woman was sexually assaulted on an Edinburgh to Birmingham train. The man got off at Wolverhampton. Can you help?
Birmingham drug dealer jailed after suitcase bust
Noor Khan is behind bars for running the 'Noor Line' county drugs operation in Erdington after police found a suitcase full of heroin and cocaine bearing his name and address.
Greggs worker assaulted in Telford sandwich robbery
West Mercia Police appeal for information after a staff member was assaulted during a robbery at a Greggs in Telford. A grinning man is sought in connection with the incident.
Paedophile Robert Gates jailed for child abuse images
Robert Gates, 70, from Ludlow, is behind bars after sharing indecent images of children for a second time. Police brand him a 'deeply disturbing individual'.
Liverpool man guilty of murder after Jagerbomb 'bromance'
Stephen Bates convicted of murdering Martin O'Donovan, 47, by running him down with a Ford Fiesta hours after a family party. Read the full tragic story from Liverpool Crown Court.
Man arrested after knifeman threats in Wolverhampton street
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Prosser Street, Wolverhampton, after police responded to reports of a man with a knife making threats. He remains in custody.
Birmingham man guilty of teen's drive-by murder
Seraaj Ayub found guilty of murdering Ali Riyan, 19, in a drive-by shooting in Alum Rock. Read the full story of the chase, the cover-up, and the chilling text.
Birmingham's Safest Areas: 2025 Crime Rate Report
Exclusive data reveals Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported fewest incidents in past year.
Amazon Fire TV Crackdown: UK Homes Face Visits
UK households using jailbroken Fire TV Sticks for illegal streaming face home visits and fines up to £2,000. FACT warns of data theft and fraud risks. Stay informed.
Birmingham's 13 Safest Areas With Lowest Crime Rates
Explore the latest data revealing Birmingham and West Midlands' safest neighbourhoods with the lowest crime rates. Discover which areas reported the fewest incidents.
Great-grandfather dies after Tamworth Halloween assault
Tributes paid to Dennis Whiston, 73, who died after a Halloween assault in Tamworth. Police continue investigation and appeal for witnesses.
Birmingham murder: Man in court after city stabbing
A man has appeared in court charged with murder after Katie Fox, 34, died following an unprovoked stabbing on Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham. Police continue to appeal for information.
Charity's poignant message after Katie Fox stabbing death
The James Brindley Foundation issues heartfelt support to Katie Fox's family after fatal Birmingham stabbing, urging action on knife crime. Read their powerful message.
Birmingham judge alarmed by gun prevalence after shooting
A judge has condemned the 'alarming prevalence' of firearms in Birmingham after a 20-year-old man was shot following a disturbance involving machetes. Read the full story.
Interactive map reveals 50 unsolved West Midlands murders
A new interactive map reveals 50 unsolved murders across the West Midlands, including the tragic cases of 'Little Girl Blue' and Jacqueline Thomas. Explore the cold cases and seek justice.
Urgent Appeal: Missing 13-Year-Old Kerry in Birmingham
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Kerry from Harborne. Last seen 10 November at 8pm. Call 999 with information.
Sexual predator jailed for 40-minute Glasgow rape
Mihae-Nicolae Patran, 34, has been sentenced to 12 years for a depraved rape and other sexual offences. The judge described him as a 'real danger to women'.
Birmingham street attack: Police issue CCTV appeal
West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted on Stratford Road, Springfield. Officers have released a CCTV image of a man they wish to trace.
Birmingham stabbing: Katie Fox dies in city centre attack
Katie Fox, 34, tragically died after a stabbing near a Birmingham bus stop. A 21-year-old man has been charged. Our thoughts are with her family.
Man, 20, killed in Nottinghamshire street stabbing
A 20-year-old man has died after a stabbing on Abbotsford Drive in St Ann's. Police have launched a murder investigation and are appealing for witnesses.
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