Birmingham Council Wins Court Battle Over 'To Let' Boards
Birmingham City Council has won a court appeal backing its crackdown on 'proliferation' of letting agent boards in Selly Oak and Bournbrook, aiming to reduce crime and visual blight.
Category : Community Safety
Man Stabbed in Lichfield: Police Appeal for Information
A man was found with stab wounds after police were called to a disturbance on Dimbles Lane in Lichfield at 12.30am on July 24. He is in serious but stable condition. No arrests have been made.
Travellers hit Sheldon Country Park again
Travellers have moved onto Sheldon Country Park in Birmingham for the fourth time this year, sparking dismay among locals and calls for eviction.
Dudley Raid Uncovers Cannabis Farm and Weapons
A police raid in Dudley uncovered over 100 cannabis plants, two air rifles, and 3D printed knuckle dusters. A 50-year-old man was arrested and bailed.
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Midland Couple Killed in Wedding Anniversary Crash
Mike and Shirley Savings, from Lichfield, died in a crash on the A1 while celebrating their 41st wedding anniversary on a Harley Davidson trike.
Man Banned from Asda After Exposing Himself, Jailed
Christopher Mander, 41, jailed for eight months after admitting public indecency, exposure, and drug possession; banned from Asda in Tunstall.
CCTV released after Walsall pub disorder
Police have released CCTV images of three men following a disorder at a Walsall pub on Walstead Road, Delves, just hours after England's 4-2 World Cup win against Croatia.
Bins overflow in Birmingham days into fortnightly collections
Fortnightly bin collections in Birmingham's Sutton Coldfield have led to overflowing rubbish within days, attracting pests and sparking health concerns among residents.
Police and Council Team Up to Halt Defective Taxis
West Midlands Police and Wolverhampton Council have launched a joint operation to remove defective taxis from the roads, ensuring passenger safety and compliance with regulations.
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Strangler of girlfriend avoids immediate jail
Mitchell Berrisford, 27, of Knypersley, received a suspended 14-month sentence for strangling his girlfriend twice, including until she blacked out, in Hanley.
Drunk Tenant Threatened Housemate with Knives Avoids Jail
Maciej Pelczar, 48, threatened a housemate with two kitchen knives at a Smethwick HMO in October 2024. He received an 18-month suspended sentence, 150 hours unpaid work, and rehabilitation.
Man Tasered Twice After Knife Charge at Wolverhampton Police
Shamal Baiz, 34, was Tasered twice after running at police with a kitchen knife in Wolverhampton. He pleaded guilty to assault and knife possession on July 8.
Telford man attacked stewards at Birmingham City match gets ban
Ismail Musa, 33, assaulted and spat on stewards during a Birmingham City Women's match, claiming he was 'picked on for being black'. He received a three-year football banning order and an 18-month community order.
Tamworth Man Arrested Over £150 Restaurant Bill Refusal
A 23-year-old Tamworth man was arrested after diners refused to pay a £150 bill at a Burton-on-Trent restaurant, claiming hairs were in the food. He has been bailed pending inquiries.
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M6 Driver Jailed for Rush Hour U-Turn
Dean Romain, 39, was jailed for 11 months after performing a U-turn on the M6 near Stafford during rush hour, endangering motorists. He admitted dangerous driving, driving while disqualified, and driving without insurance.
Birmingham drug dealer 'world's unluckiest' faces jail
Orville Tulloch, 61, convicted of possession with intent to supply Class A drugs and assaulting an emergency worker after police interrupted a city centre drug deal.
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Three Arrested in Walsall Drug and Weapons Patrol
Three people were arrested for drug and weapons offences during a taskforce patrol in Walsall, with police seizing cash, drugs, and a machete.
Sex Offender Jailed for Breaching Court Order
Ashley Coldwell, 36, from Hanley, was sentenced to one year in prison for breaching a Sexual Harm Prevention Order after admitting to undeclared internet devices during a police visit.
Woman and Girl Die on Essex Beach Despite Rescue Attempt
A woman in her 40s and a teenage girl died after getting into difficulty in the sea at West Mersea beach, Essex. Hero teenagers from a nearby café rushed to help, but the victims could not be saved. A third person is in hospital with serious injuries.
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Knife and Gun Crime Falls in West Midlands
West Midlands sees a 13% fall in knife crime and 18% drop in gun crime, with police attributing reductions to targeted operations and partnership work.
West Midlands Crime Falls: Knife and Gun Offences Plunge
Knife crime, gun discharges, burglaries, robberies, and vehicle crime have all fallen in the West Midlands, with nearly 6,000 fewer victims compared to last year, according to ONS figures.
Solihull Police Hunt Bike Rider After Coffee Shop Incident
West Midlands Police are searching for a person who used an orange bike to flee after an attempted robbery outside Swan Yard coffee shop in Knowle.
Masked Robbers Target Boots Pharmacy in Wombourne
Staffordshire Police are investigating a robbery at Boots pharmacy in Wombourne where masked men accessed the till. Officers appeal for witnesses.
Teen girl and woman die at West Mersea beach
A teenage girl and a woman in her 40s have died after a tragic incident at West Mersea beach in Essex. A third person remains in hospital in serious condition.
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Man Seriously Injured, Police Seal Off Birmingham Square
A man in his 40s was found seriously injured on Hurst Street in Birmingham city centre. Police sealed off the area and are investigating. No arrests have been made.
Birmingham Man Arrested on Beach Released Under Probe
A 70-year-old from Birmingham arrested on Aberavon Beach for possession of a bladed article and breach of bail has been released under investigation, police confirm.
Suspect Hunted After Coffee Shop Robbery Attempt
Police are searching for a suspect following an attempted robbery outside a coffee shop in Birmingham, West Midlands. The incident occurred on November 15, 2024, and no injuries were reported.
Police Hunt Three Wanted Cocaine Dealers in Birmingham
West Midlands Police are urgently appealing for information to trace Brandon Wesley, 29, Jason Morrall, 40, and Danial Azim, 26, wanted for supplying large amounts of crack cocaine and heroin in Birmingham.
Appeal for Three Men in West Midlands Drug Probe
Police are seeking three men in connection with a drug supply operation in the West Midlands. Detectives have released images and urge anyone with information to come forward.
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Birmingham's Worst ASB Streets Revealed: Full List
Longbridge is Birmingham's new antisocial behaviour capital with 280 offences in 12 months to May, followed by Aston (239) and Small Heath and Highgate (230). Full list of worst streets.
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