Level crossing fault may have caused fatal crash killing mum
Investigators found the barrier lights at the Hoghton level crossing were not activated before Kerry Coombes' car was hit by a train, killing her and injuring her daughter.
Category : Community Safety
Smethwick rapist jailed six years for park rape
Islamuddin Talash, 43, from Smethwick, has been jailed for six years for raping a vulnerable 20-year-old man in Abbey Park, Leicester, after two teenage witnesses helped police identify him.
Birmingham Man Jailed for Assaulting 10-Year-Old Girl
A 46-year-old Birmingham man has been jailed for 10 years after assaulting a 10-year-old girl in a park. The attack occurred in July 2023, and the victim's family has spoken of their trauma.
Searches after man seen with machete near Small Heath schools
West Midlands Police conducted searches after reports of a man with a machete on Hob Moor Road, Bordesley Green. No one was found, and patrols continue.
Solihull clashes: fans and police after England match
Trouble broke out on Poplar Road in Solihull after England's World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, with social media footage showing police using batons and punches.
Pedestrian hit by car in Wolverhampton, serious injuries
A man sustained potentially serious injuries after being struck by a car on Waterloo Road in Wolverhampton on July 15. He was taken to New Cross Hospital under blue lights.
Older Drivers: Read Plate from 20m or Stop Driving
Older drivers must be able to read a number plate from 20 metres or face prosecution, as the Labour government considers mandatory eyesight tests for over-70s.
Erdington Man Stalked Woman for Eight Months
Mahammed Younis, 21, from Erdington, conducted an eight-month stalking campaign against a woman, leaving her too scared to leave home, Birmingham Magistrates' Court heard.
Arsonist Jailed for Life Over Fatal Wheelie Bin Fire
Andrew Gorrell, 55, was sentenced to life for murdering John Edwards, 82, by setting a wheelie bin on fire and blocking his door in Wednesbury. He must serve at least 25 years.
Wolverhampton Man Sent Abusive Texts to Police Officer
Jez Stracey-Kemp, 40, of Wolverhampton, admitted racially aggravated harassment after sending racist and homophobic texts to a police officer. He received a suspended prison sentence.
Dad punched ex-wife in Birmingham supermarket car park
Michael Miah, 49, punched his ex-wife in a Birmingham supermarket car park, causing a cut and brief unconsciousness, after calling her a 'slag'. He received an 18-month community order.
Zombie Knife Seized from Teen in Walsall Stop and Search
A 15-year-old boy was found with a zombie knife during a stop and search in Walsall. Class A drugs were later recovered from a linked address. A 28-year-old man was also arrested.
Police Appeal After Birmingham Shop Burglary
West Midlands Police are seeking public help to identify two boys suspected of burgling a Birmingham shop, stealing cash and cigarettes.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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