Gun Recovered Near Skatepark After Teen Shot
Police have recovered a firearm next to a Birmingham skatepark following a shooting that left a teenager injured. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening in the Kingstanding area.
Category : Community Safety
Streetly Garden Fire Spreads to Neighbouring Properties
A garden fire in Streetly, Birmingham, spread to neighbouring properties, prompting a warning from West Midlands Fire Service about the dangers of outdoor burning.
Gun Found in Birmingham Linked to Teen Shooting
A pistol wrapped in white tape was recovered near a Saltley skatepark, believed connected to the July 1 shooting of a 16-year-old boy in Alum Rock. A 17-year-old has been charged.
Lorry destroys bus shelter in Shropshire, one hurt
A lorry crashed into a bus shelter in Shrewsbury town centre, leaving one member of the public injured. The incident occurred on Castle Street, causing significant damage and emergency response.
Halesowen stabbing: Two arrested for attempted murder
Two men arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man in his 40s was stabbed in Halesowen. Police say it's an isolated incident and those involved are known to each other.
Police Officer Set on Fire at Aston Villa Match
A police officer was set on fire during violent clashes between Aston Villa and Legia Warsaw fans in Birmingham, sparking a major police investigation.
DNA on Hidden Gun Found in Arson Leads to Jail Term
A 24-year-old man has been jailed for six years after his DNA was found on a self-loading pistol discovered in a derelict unit in Lye following an arson attack.
Halesowen Police Incident: Road Taped Off
A road in Halesowen has been sealed off following a police incident on Clancey Way, with emergency services at the scene. The nature of the incident is unconfirmed.
Walsall dad suspended after 90mph chase in 30mph zone
Idris Husmani, 21, received a 12-month suspended sentence after leading police on a 90mph chase through Birmingham in a 30mph zone, driving on three wheels and through red lights.
Solihull Council Considers PSPO for Youth Gatherings
Solihull Council has unanimously agreed to explore a Public Space Protection Order to tackle anti-social behaviour from large youth gatherings in the town centre, following a cross-party motion.
Firefighters Tackle Bonfire Blaze on Shropshire Estate
Fire crews were called to a large bonfire blaze on a Shropshire country estate, with flames threatening nearby buildings. No injuries were reported.
Aston Stand-Off Ends After 13 Hours
A 13-hour police stand-off in Aston ended with the arrest of a 20-year-old man who barricaded himself in a property on Westwood Road, facing charges of threats with a bladed article and drug possession.
Van Driven Into Pedestrians in Birmingham
A van was deliberately driven into pedestrians at Kingstanding Road and Dyas Road in Birmingham on May 23. West Midlands Police believe the attack was not random, and those involved were known to each other. No serious injuries were reported.
Birmingham stand-off ends with arrest after 13-hour siege
A 20-year-old man has been arrested after a 13-hour stand-off with police in Aston, Birmingham. Specialist negotiators resolved the incident safely.
Disqualified driver jailed after killing friend in Oldbury crash
Corey Brown, 20, was disqualified from driving when he crashed a stolen Ford Fiesta in Oldbury, killing his friend Kristian Danielov, 21. He fled the scene and was jailed for 10 years.
Driver jailed for 10 years for killing friend in Oldbury crash
Corey Brown, 20, was jailed for 10 years after killing his friend Kristian Danielov in a dangerous driving crash in Oldbury while disqualified and driving a stolen car.
Man in 60s fighting for life after Brierley Hill crash
A man in his 60s suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car on Delph Road in Brierley Hill. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Six Arrested After Police Raid 10 Birmingham Properties
Six people have been arrested after West Midlands Police raided 10 properties across Birmingham as part of a major crackdown on county lines drug trafficking.
4,000+ drivers keep licences despite 12+ speeding points
More than 4,000 drivers in the UK have been allowed to keep their licences despite accumulating 12 or more penalty points, with some having over 30 points, according to RAC data.
Thief uses pram to steal from Telford sweet shop
A woman allegedly concealed items in a pram at Thomas Allsorts sweet shop in Dawley, Telford. Police have released an image of a woman who may have information about the theft on June 13.
Four Men Jailed 25 Years for Gun and Swords Near Wolverhampton
Four men from Wolverhampton and Dudley were sentenced to a combined 25 years after police found a gun, swords, and ammunition in their car during a stop on the A449.
Police Stand-Off in Aston: Man Barricaded in Maisonette
West Midlands Police negotiators are in a 12-hour stand-off with a man in his 20s who barricaded himself inside a maisonette on Westwood Road, Aston, since midnight. Armed officers are at the scene, and no one else is inside.
Armed Police in Aston Stand-Off: Westwood Road Cordoned
Armed police cordoned off Westwood Road in Aston after a suspected stand-off at a property. Residents report police presence since 12:30am.
Alum Rock Stabbing Victim Was Respected Granddad and Mosque Trustee
Abdul Ghafoor, 69, was stabbed twice by four masked men after leaving a mosque in Alum Rock. He is a grandfather, father-of-four, and chairman of the mosque, now recovering in hospital.
Police Issue Dog Warning Amid 34C Heatwave
Staffordshire Police urge dog owners to avoid walking pets during peak heat as temperatures hit 34C, warning of heatstroke and paw burns.
Blurry CCTV Photo Sparks Jokes in Willenhall Police Appeal
West Midlands Police appeal for help identifying an attempted burglary suspect in Willenhall, but a blurry CCTV photo draws widespread mockery on social media.
Armed Police in Aston: Westwood Road Cordoned Off
Armed officers from West Midlands Police have cordoned off Westwood Road in Aston following an ongoing incident, with reports of a stand-off.
Hero Cop Prevents Petrol Station Fire in Stratford
Sgt Charlie Thompson tackled a man doused in petrol at a Stratford station, preventing a disastrous blaze and earning a bravery award nomination.
Jailed Arsonist Caught on CCTV Before Fatal Wednesbury Fire
Andrew Gorrell, 55, was jailed for life with a minimum of 25 years for setting a wheelie bin fire that killed John Edwards, 82, in Wednesbury. CCTV captured him loitering before the blaze.
Birmingham Pub Banned from England World Cup Screenings
The Cavalier pub in Northfield has been banned from showing England World Cup matches after a stabbing outside during the Mexico game. The licence is suspended pending new conditions.
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