Sawn-off shotgun found in Birmingham loft, suspect arrested
A 41-year-old man was arrested in Sheldon, Birmingham, after a sawn-off shotgun was found in a loft. He was initially held for vehicle theft after a cloned-plate car was spotted.
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Man dies after being hit by car in Wolverhampton city centre
A pedestrian in his 60s died after being struck by a car at the junction of Ring Road and Stafford Street in Wolverhampton on July 13. Police appeal for dash-cam footage.
England World Cup Win Marred by Birmingham Pub Fight
Police investigate assault outside The Goose pub in Selly Oak after England's World Cup quarter-final win, with a man kicked and another threatened with an advertisement board.
Solihull Councillors Demand Speeding Fines for Road Safety
Solihull councillors across parties back a motion demanding 50% of speeding fine revenue, over £1.6m annually in the West Midlands, be ring-fenced for road safety improvements.
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Man dies after being hit by car in Wolverhampton
A pedestrian has died after being hit by a car in Wolverhampton city centre. Emergency services were called to Stafford Street at 6pm on Monday, July 13, but the man was confirmed dead at the scene.
Bromsgrove Sporting FC burgled after England match
Bromsgrove Sporting FC was broken into hours after hosting an England World Cup match. The intruders attempted to disable security but were foiled by backup systems.
Birmingham bus driver attacked and racially abused
A Birmingham bus driver was assaulted and racially abused on the number 27 service in Kings Heath. Police release CCTV images of two men they want to identify.
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Appeal After Bus Driver Assaulted and Racially Abused
A bus driver in West Midlands was assaulted and racially abused; police are appealing for witnesses to identify the suspect.
Man Choked on Oversized Pancake, Court Told
A vulnerable man choked to death on oversized pancake pieces when his care worker turned his back for less than 10 seconds, a manslaughter trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court has heard.
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Man dies in moped crash with car in Shropshire
A moped rider has died following a collision with a car in Eaton Constantine, Shropshire. West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Man Charged After Gun Spotted in Sparkbrook Street
Hayyaan Sheikh, 27, charged with firearms and nitrous oxide offences after a gun was allegedly seen in George Street, Sparkbrook, Birmingham.
Armed Police Seize Loaded Gun and Swords in BMW Stop
Armed police stopped a BMW on the Black Country Route, recovering a loaded handgun and swords linked to a savage Birmingham attack. Four men jailed.
Tamworth hit-and-run: girl seriously hurt, air ambulance lands
A young girl was seriously injured after a motorbike carrying two teenagers struck her pushbike in Glascote Heath, Tamworth. The riders fled towards Stoneydelph. Police appeal for witnesses.
Wednesbury Crash: Car Seized, Four Flee Scene
A woman and three children were taken to hospital after a two-car crash in Wednesbury. The occupants of the other car, three men and a woman, fled before police arrived. The vehicle has been seized.
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Bouncy Castle Stolen from Birmingham Pub
Pub owners in Birmingham express anger and disappointment after a bouncy castle was stolen from their premises, affecting family events.
Second Man Charged with Attempted Murder After Birmingham Stabbing
Obaidullah Mamozai, 28, has been charged with attempted murder after an 18-year-old was stabbed in Victoria Square. He joins Niazal Rahmanullah, 25, who faces similar charges. Both due in court in August.
Lambretta Rider Dies in Shropshire Collision
A man in his 60s died after his Lambretta scooter collided with a Volkswagen Tiguan in Wroxeter. Police are appealing for witnesses, especially occupants of a red Kia and white Vauxhall Corsa.
Rugeley Man Wanted for Coercive Control and Fraud
Brandon Walker, 35, from Rugeley, is wanted by Staffordshire Police for coercive controlling behaviour, stalking, and fraud. He also uses the names Brandan Sheridan, Brandon Cunningham, and Stacey Tereskova.
Man dies, woman critical after Birmingham crash
A man has died and a woman is in critical condition after a car crashed into railings in Birmingham early Sunday morning. Police are investigating.
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Two Charged with Attempted Murder After Birmingham Stabbing
Two men, aged 28 and 30, have been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing in Birmingham city centre that left a man with life-threatening injuries.
Woman rescued after medical episode causes Great Bridge crash
A woman was freed from her car by firefighters after suffering a medical episode at the wheel and crashing into railings in Great Bridge on Sunday afternoon.
Attempted murder charge after Poundland attack
Luke Mamczur, 24, has been charged with attempted murder, intent to commit a sexual offence, and possession of a sharp pointed article after a woman was assaulted in a Poundland store in Newcastle-under-Lyme on July 10.
Tree branch injures bowls players in Leamington park
A council investigation has been launched after a tree branch fell on a bowling green in Leamington Spa, injuring three competitors during Para Bowls qualifiers, despite a recent inspection showing no signs of danger.
Police Appeal After Motorbike Stolen from Sedgley Petrol Station
West Midlands Police appeal after a black motorbike was stolen from a Gospel End Road service station in Sedgley on June 14. CCTV shows two riders in black; officers seek owner of a blue and purple bike pictured.
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Fire Near Gornal Beauty Spot Prompts Warning
Firefighters tackled a grassland blaze near Cotwall End Local Nature Reserve in Gornal on Sunday, urging the public to avoid the area.
Driver Arrested After Police Chase in Birmingham
A driver was arrested and a car seized after a police chase in Birmingham. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, with officers pursuing the vehicle through several streets.
Cannock Chase: Blue Green Algae Warning for Dog Walkers
Blue green algae confirmed at Cannock Chase Country Park; dog walkers urged to keep pets on leads and away from water as toxins can be fatal to dogs.
BBC Presenter Finds Dogging Spot at Cannock Chase
BBC Radio WM presenter Sarah Julian camped at Cannock Chase for a ghost hunt but discovered it's a known dogging hotspot, finding parked cars with occupants late at night.
HGVs Face New £160 Fines in Wandsworth Crackdown
Wandsworth Council is enforcing weight-restricted roads with CCTV, issuing £160 fines to HGVs. 29 PCNs were issued in June 2026, with monitoring accelerating this summer.
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Two Men Die After Rescuing Children at Seaton Carew
Two men died after entering the sea at Seaton Carew to help two children in difficulty. The children are safe, but the men were pronounced dead despite emergency efforts.
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