Woman Approached by Knife-Wielding Man in Staffordshire
A woman was approached by a man wielding a knife in a Staffordshire town, prompting a police investigation and appeal for witnesses.
Category : Community Safety
Eight Legia Warsaw fans in court over Villa Park violence
Eight men have appeared in court charged with violent disorder after a Europa Conference League match between Aston Villa and Legia Warsaw on November 30, 2023.
Teen Jailed for College Bomb Threat
A 19-year-old has been sentenced to over two years in prison for making bomb threats to Stafford College, causing a lockdown and evacuation.
Stafford Teen Detained for College Bomb Threat
Jagger Strang, 18, who idolised serial killers and threatened to bomb Stafford College, has been detained for three years and nine months after police found explosives and a manifesto.
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Man Hit by Lorry in Great Wyrley in Serious Condition
A pedestrian was rushed to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in a serious condition after being hit by a lorry on Walsall Road in Great Wyrley. Police urge motorists to avoid the area.
Helicopter Scrambled Over Kings Heath After Prisoner Escape
An 18-year-old escaped prisoner was recaptured in a camper van at Dawberry Fields Park after fleeing a police van in Kings Heath, with help from a police helicopter.
Birmingham pub won't show late England match after disorder
The Beeches in Great Barr will not screen a potential 1am England match on July 6 after violence broke out during a previous World Cup watch party.
Four Arrested, 17 Injured at England World Cup Watch in Brum
Four people were arrested and 17 treated for injuries as England fans gathered in Birmingham to watch the 2026 World Cup qualifier, police confirmed.
Four Arrested as Thousands Watch England World Cup in Birmingham
Four arrests were made and 17 people treated for injuries as thousands gathered in Birmingham City Centre to watch England beat Panama 2-0. Safe Spaces provided on-site medical and safeguarding support.
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Lock Knife Discarded During Foot Chase in Birmingham
A man was arrested in Birmingham after discarding a lock knife during a foot chase. Police recovered the weapon and detained the suspect, who now faces charges.
Dashcam appeal after fatal Wombourne lorry crash
A pedestrian died after being hit by a lorry in Wombourne. Police appeal for dashcam footage from anyone near the junction of Wombourne Park and Bridgnorth Road around 8am on June 29.
Passenger spat in face of dog owner at Birmingham New Street
British Transport Police are investigating after a woman allegedly spat in a man's face on a train at Birmingham New Street. Officers have released a CCTV image and are appealing for information.
Wolverhampton bus driver claimed £30k in Covid loans
Sohail Cheema, 35, fraudulently obtained £30,000 in Bounce Back Loans for a non-trading company. He received a suspended sentence and 10-year director ban.
Man dies after being hit by lorry in Wombourne
A pedestrian was struck by a lorry on the B4176 Bridgnorth Road in Wombourne on Monday morning. Despite emergency services' efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Police Still Searching for Mother of Newborn Found Dead
Police are still trying to find the mother of a newborn baby girl found dead in a waste pile at a Rowley Regis warehouse, amid welfare concerns.
Swan Pool 'Eerily Quiet' After Woman's Body Pulled
Sandwell's Swan Pool was 'eerily quiet' days after a woman's body was pulled from the water. Emergency services responded to a missing woman on Saturday evening.
Drivers face £200 fines and 6 points for smartwatch use
Drivers caught using smartwatches while driving could face £200 fines and six penalty points, as police target the 'legal grey area' of wearable tech.
Courier Fraud: £3k Spent on Stolen Bank Cards
West Midlands Police are investigating a courier fraud where £3,000 was spent on stolen bank cards. A woman in her 80s was targeted by a scammer posing as a police officer.
Police Probe Spitting Incident on West Midlands Train
British Transport Police are investigating after a man was spat at on a train in the West Midlands. The victim was left distressed and officers are appealing for witnesses.
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Shooting at World Cup Fan Zone in San Jose Kills One
A shooting at a World Cup fan zone in San Jose, California, left one dead and another with life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at San Pedro Square, where crowds had gathered for watch parties.
Solihull Drivers Face £70 Fines After Grace Period Ends
Drivers in Solihull are now facing £70 fines as new traffic enforcement cameras become operational following a six-month grace period, targeting dangerous driving and congestion.
Fake courier tricked Birmingham man into handing over bank cards
West Midlands Police have released images of two men after a victim was tricked into handing over his bank cards to fake couriers, who then spent £3,000 on an iPhone and other goods in Birmingham city centre.
Eviction Calls Over Traveller Camp in Hodge Hill Park
Travellers have set up camp on Brook Meadow in Hodge Hill, prompting Councillor Majid Mahmood to request eviction proceedings and animal welfare checks.
Police Seek Man After Coseley and Tipton Shop Thefts
West Midlands Police release CCTV images of a man they want to speak to after electrical items, food and cleaning products were stolen from three stores in Coseley and Tipton on June 4.
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New Dog Walking Rule: UK Households Face £500 Fine
A new law from Monday 29 June increases fines for dog fouling to £500. The Crime & Policing Act 2026 allows councils to issue higher penalties for breaches of public space protection orders.
BMW and Mercedes Among Top Stolen Cars in Birmingham
Ford remains the most stolen car in the West Midlands, but Toyota thefts rise 7.6% and Mitsubishi thefts surge 64%. Overall vehicle thefts down 15.5% in two years.
Community raises £20k for sacked Morrisons manager
More than £20,000 has been raised for Sean Egan, a Morrisons manager sacked after tackling a shoplifter who spat in his face at the Aldridge store. The community supports his tribunal case.
WMP Still Hunting Five Wanted Suspects Months On
West Midlands Police continue to seek five suspects, including Kyron Clifton, Duane Glanville, Leonard Cera, Jaspreet Jawandha, and Rafiq Bogle-Fredericks, who have evaded capture since last year.
New curfew for drivers under 24 in NI from October 1
Drivers under 24 in Northern Ireland face new restrictions from October 1 under Graduated Driver Licensing, including a curfew on carrying passengers aged 14-20 between 11pm and 6am.
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Midlands Drivers Urged Not to Drive in World Cup Crackdown
Police in the Midlands arrest three in Bilsthorpe for drink-driving during World Cup; Inspector warns against driving under influence as summer heat and football matches increase pub visits.
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