Afghan rapists jailed for attack on teenage girl in Bristol
Three men and a 17-year-old boy from Afghanistan were jailed for raping a teenage girl in Bristol. The attackers fled to Birmingham and London before being caught in France.
Category : Community Safety
Councillor slams lack of info on free Russell's Hall parking
A councillor says he and his wife spent 'a small fortune' on parking at Russell's Hall Hospital, unaware they were entitled to free parking while staying overnight with their child.
Dexter fan 'copycat killer' trial hears of blood trail
A lodger found a blood trail at an Oldbury Airbnb after Benjamin Day allegedly killed Maria Saceanu, a trial heard. Day, 20, denies murder.
Three arrested after Birmingham New Street robbery
Three people were arrested after a man was punched and robbed in Birmingham city centre early on Tuesday, October 6. The victim had his bag and two phones stolen in New Street.
Police seek help after Wolves-Stoke disorder
West Midlands Police appeal for public help after groups clashed in Wolverhampton city centre following Wolves' match against Stoke City on August 29, with five arrests made.
DNA profile key in Sandwell Valley rape case, police say
Police investigating the rape of Amanda Quiney in Sandwell Valley have a DNA profile to rule suspects in or out, despite no description of the attacker.
Mum told police to shut mouth after red light stop
Stella Deakin, 49, was over the drink-drive limit when caught speeding and running a red light in Lower Gornal. She was abusive to officers, fined £120, and banned from driving for 40 months.
Asylum seeker jailed for Birmingham street stabbing
Brear Hassan, 32, jailed for four years and 11 months for stabbing Erdalan Ali seven times in the head and body on Babington Road, Soho, Birmingham. Judge says victim lucky to survive.
Girl, 11, found dead in Midlands park: condolences pour in
An 11-year-old girl was found dead in a park near Elmley Castle Cricket Club in Worcestershire after being reported missing. Her death is being treated as unexplained.
Birmingham Trial: Yousef Guilty of Terror Offences
Abdullah Yousef, 24, was found guilty of terrorism offences at Birmingham Crown Court after sharing IS material and possessing a suicide vest manual.
M6 police operation: 18 arrests after 66 vehicles stopped
Staffordshire Police, the Home Office and DVSA arrested 18 people and seized £5,000 during a three-day M6 operation targeting organised immigration crime.
Prison Escapee Jailed for Ramming Armed Police in Coventry
Jay Bennett, 33, rammed armed officers in Coventry while fleeing March 24. He was jailed for three years and six months after pleading guilty to dangerous driving and absconding from prison.
£10k Reward to Trace Wanted Man Linked to Birmingham
A £10,000 reward is offered to trace Mohammed Rasauli, 22, wanted over a fatal crash. He has links to Birmingham, Brighton, and London.
Sandwell Valley rapist 'still out there' as victim speaks out
Amanda Quiney, attacked at Priory Woods in Sandwell Valley, says it's 'terrifying' knowing her rapist remains unidentified and fears it could happen again.
Police release image in Dudley shop sexual assault probe
West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to after a woman was sexually assaulted in a shop on Dudley High Street on August 7.
Police seize two 'dangerous' e-bikes in Wednesbury
Two modified e-bikes were seized in Wednesbury town centre after reports of anti-social behaviour. Officers used Section 59 powers to remove the vehicles, which police say are dangerous and disruptive.
Apache strike vote could disrupt UK fuel supplies
More than 160 Apache workers backed strike action over pay, which Unite warns could severely disrupt UK fuel supplies, with strikes possible this month.
Wolverhampton dad jailed for 40 months over drug stash
Kainon Grey, 25, of Wolverhampton, was jailed for 40 months after police found heroin, cocaine, and crack cocaine in his bedroom and a knife in his car.
West Midlands drivers hit with six points for phone offences
Over 1,300 West Midlands motorists were caught using phones illegally this year, facing six penalty points and a £200 fine, as AI cameras roll out.
Man in 20s found dead in Wirral house; bomb squad called
A man in his 20s was found dead in a house on Reedville, Oxton, Wirral. Merseyside Police are treating the death as unexpected. Bomb squad removed substances as a precaution; no wider risk to the public.
Pizza driver foils car theft in Sutton Coldfield
A pizza delivery driver in Sutton Coldfield foiled an attempted car theft after doorbell camera footage showed him sprinting back to his vehicle on Chester Road, Streetly, on October 2.
Mum tells how toddler says 'daddy gone' after drug dealer killed
Trey Johnson's mother Melaine Gardener says his toddler repeats 'daddy gone' and points to the roof, as brothers Richard and Tiego Beckles were jailed for his Christmas Day killing in Wolverhampton.
5,000 drivers caught using phones at wheel in West Midlands
West Midlands Police caught 5,278 drivers using mobile phones behind the wheel between 2023 and 2025 using cameras and patrols, data shows.
Armed police find dead dog in Blackpool house after assault
Armed police responding to an assault report in Blackpool discovered a dead dog inside a property on Central Drive. The suspect remains at large, with no wider threat to the public.
CCTV appeal after watches stolen at Rowley Regis garage
West Midlands Police release CCTV image of man sought after two watches were stolen at Texaco in Oldbury Road, Rowley Regis, on May 3.
Mouldy car removed from Handsworth road after 4 years
A blue Ford dumped on Markby Road in Handsworth for four years has been removed after new councillors worked with police. The SORN vehicle was finally lifted.
Father-of-four banned for drink-driving in Wolverhampton
Dave Sazuze, 46, was caught drink-driving in Wolverhampton with more than twice the legal alcohol limit. He was fined £450, ordered to pay £265 in costs and surcharge, and banned from driving for 20 months.
Widdecombe murder suspect faces terror charge over Farage
Joshua Kerry, 28, accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe, has been charged with preparing terrorist acts against Nigel Farage, Counter Terrorism Policing confirmed.
Travellers return to Sutton Coldfield park for second time
Travellers have set up camp at King George V Playing Fields in Sutton Coldfield for the second time in months, with eviction expected by mid-week.
Urgent appeal to find missing Birmingham wheelchair user
West Midlands Police urge public to call 999 immediately if they spot missing 22-year-old wheelchair user Alex, last seen in Hall Green wearing a black hoodie, black joggers and a green top.
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