Nine Arrested in Birmingham for Outstanding Warrants
Nine people were arrested in Birmingham during a targeted operation to enforce outstanding court warrants, with police focusing on priority offenders across the city.
Category : Community Safety
Fire on Ladypool Road Destroys Shops, 14 Residents Flee
A fire engulfed three shops on Ladypool Road, Birmingham, at 2.45am on July 14. Around 14 residents evacuated safely with no injuries as 16 firefighters tackled the blaze.
CCTV appeal after mobile stolen from Birmingham store
West Midlands Police have released CCTV images of two boys they want to speak to after a mobile phone was allegedly stolen from behind a till on High Street, Birmingham on 9 May.
Truck Stolen Near Sutton Coldfield Police Station
A black Nissan Navarra pick-up truck was stolen from Anchorage Road car park in Sutton Coldfield, just yards from the police station, on July 11. The vehicle has since been recovered, and police are investigating.
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Drugs, Weapon, Vehicle Seized in Birmingham Policing
Birmingham police seize drugs, a weapon, and a vehicle during proactive patrols, highlighting ongoing efforts to tackle crime.
Teen bedroom hacker caused £29m TfL cyber attack
Owen Flowers, 18, from Walsall, hacked Transport for London systems from his bedroom, causing £29m in damages. He was caught mid-attack hacking US health firms.
New UK Toilet Rule: 18,000 Facilities to Revamp by August 5
From August 5, UK public toilets and changing rooms must be used based on birth sex, affecting up to 18,000 facilities. New guidance from the EHRC clarifies compliance.
DVSA Rule Forces 1.4M Drivers Off Road Over Number Plates
A staggering 1.4 million MOT tests fail annually in the UK due to number plate issues, including illegible plates, incorrect spacing, and faulty lights, according to DVSA data.
Smethwick Hit-and-Run: Girl, 2, Life-Changing Injuries
A two-year-old girl suffered potentially life-changing injuries in a Smethwick hit-and-run on Londonderry Lane. Police appeal for dashcam footage, driver failed to stop.
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Three More Teens Charged in Zeshan Afzal Murder
Three additional teenagers, including two 18-year-olds and a 17-year-old, have been charged with murder over the stabbing death of Zeshan Afzal in Smethwick, bringing the total charged to 13.
Birmingham binmen attacked by group in Sparkbrook
Two Birmingham waste collectors were injured after an attack by a group of up to six men on Stoney Road, Sparkbrook. Police are investigating, and the city council has condemned the violence.
New Resource to Tackle Youth Violence in West Midlands
West Midlands children will benefit from a new resource aimed at tackling youth violence, providing early intervention and support to at-risk young people.
Solihull School Street Scheme Success Questioned
Solihull councillors debate mixed success of School Streets scheme; Coppice Primary School approved despite concerns over enforcement and compliance issues.
Walsall Raids Seize £5k in Illegal Cigarettes
Walsall Council and West Midlands Police seized nearly 5,000 illegal cigarettes, 2.4kg of hand-rolling tobacco, and other illicit goods worth £5,000 in surprise overnight raids at seven 24/7 shops.
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Walsall disorder: man hospitalised with head injuries
A man was rushed to hospital with head injuries after a serious disorder involving a group of men fighting on Green Rock Lane in Bloxwich, Walsall, on May 30. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Assault Outside Worcester Pub: Police Seek Two People
Police are appealing for information to identify a man and woman after an assault causing actual bodily harm outside The Greyhound pub in Worcester city centre on 24 May.
Stop-and-Searches Uncover Deadly Weapons, Teen Charged
A 17-year-old is due in court after a knife was found in Willenhall; an 18-year-old was bailed on drug and weapon charges following an e-scooter stop in West Bromwich.
Wolverhampton Tower Block Fire Triggers Midnight Evacuation
A fire on the seventh floor of Vauxhall House in Wolverhampton forced a midnight evacuation; 20+ firefighters responded, and no injuries were reported.
Wolves Fan Throws Flares at Molineux, Council Bans Coins
A Wolves fan threw two lit flares onto the pitch at Molineux during a match. Wolverhampton Council has now banned the sale of coins at the stadium.
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Solihull ear bite victim still waiting for justice
A man who had part of his ear bitten off outside Solihull Popworld in March 2025 says he is still 'living with the consequences' as no arrests have been made after 16 months.
Smugglers who called migrants 'chickens' jailed
Duc Quang Ta was jailed for eight years for smuggling 22 migrants, calling them 'chickens' and 'pork'. Accomplice Sarfaraz Sardarzehi got a suspended sentence.
Second Arrest After Tamworth Bike Crash Girl Seriously Hurt
A 20-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy have been arrested after a girl was seriously injured when a motorbike collided with her push bike in Tamworth. Police say her injuries are potentially life-changing.
Cradley Heath Shop Closed Over Illicit Tobacco Sales
Cradley Heath shop Top G's on High Street has been ordered to close for two months after being caught selling illegal tobacco, the fourth such closure in weeks.
Birmingham School Evacuated After Bomb Threat
Police swept Hamd House School in Birmingham after a bomb threat was sent to the school and Ofsted, forcing evacuation on the last day before summer break.
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Tamworth Crash: Girl's Life-Changing Injuries, Teen Arrested
A young girl suffered potentially life-changing injuries after a motorbike with two people crashed into her cycle in Tamworth. A 16-year-old has been arrested; police urge the second person to come forward.
Telford man jailed for attacking driver who stopped to help
William Davies, 32, flagged down a driver near Dawley, assaulted him, pushed him from his car, then stole the vehicle and drove dangerously. He was jailed for three years and five months.
Police Seek Man Over Worcester Street Attack on Boy, 13
A 13-year-old boy was assaulted on Tolladine Road in Worcester on June 21. Police release CCTV image of a man who may have information about the attack.
Tributes for man killed in Birmingham crash
A man in his 20s died after his car hit railings on Great Charles Street Queensway in Birmingham. A woman passenger suffered potentially life-threatening injuries.
Free Pint Offer at West Midlands Pubs for England Fans (14.07.2026)
West Midlands pubs offer free pints to England fans during Euros, boosting local trade and community spirit.
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People smugglers who called migrants 'pork' jailed
Two people smugglers who referred to Vietnamese migrants as 'pork' have been jailed for a total of 12 years following a police sting that uncovered a major illegal immigration operation.
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