Alum Rock Parents Demand Patrols After Stabbing and Shooting
Parents in Alum Rock, Birmingham, are 'scared' after a man in his 60s was stabbed outside a nursery and a teen was shot within six days, demanding night-time police patrols.
Category : Community Safety
B20 Gangster Jailed for Helping Killer and Kicking Memorial
Oliwier Gabis, a knife-obsessed B20 gang member, was jailed for three years and nine months for helping murderer Oumar Traore evade police and kicking the memorial of victim Yassin Alama.
Oldbury Nursery Unsafe: Choking Risk Found by Ofsted
Ofsted inspectors found Minee Monkeys nursery in Oldbury unsafe, with children at risk of choking due to poor supervision during mealtimes, including toddlers given whole sausages to cut independently.
Seven Admit Violent Disorder After Legia Warsaw Match
Seven men pleaded guilty to violent disorder after a clash with police outside Villa Park following a Legia Warsaw vs Aston Villa match, with officers injured by flares and missiles.
Teen Charged After Knife Found in Dudley Property
Rehki Jeffers, 18, has been charged with possession of an offensive weapon after a knife was allegedly found at a property on Poplar Green in Dudley on July 7.
Police appeal after phone theft from Birmingham pub
West Midlands Police appeal to identify a man after a phone was stolen from a pub on Alum Rock Road, Birmingham, on June 4. Anyone with information should call 101 quoting crime reference 20/274790/26.
Eight Admit Role in Worst UK Football Violence in Decades
Eight men have pleaded guilty to violent disorder and affray after Legia Warsaw fans attacked police outside Villa Park in November 2023, leaving an officer engulfed in flames.
Armed Police Search Acocks Green After Weapon Report
Armed police were called to Westley Road in Acocks Green, Birmingham, after reports of a man with a weapon. Searches found no one. Enquiries continue.
Man in 60s Stabbed by Masked Men in Alum Rock
A man in his 60s was stabbed by masked Asian men on St Saviours Road in Alum Rock. Police are hunting the group as locals express fear, saying 'Even pensioners are not safe.'
Reform UK Councillor Arrested, Says Nothing to Hide
Walsall Reform UK councillor Carl Creaney was arrested on June 23, 2026, following a stalking complaint. He insists he has nothing to hide and has faced no sanctions.
Lozells and East Handsworth: Birmingham's Most Dangerous Area
Lozells and East Handsworth is Birmingham's most dangerous area with over 2,300 violent and sexual crimes in a year, according to latest police figures.
Drugs and Cash Seized in Smethwick
Police in Smethwick recovered drugs and cash from a vehicle and arrested a man on suspicion of drug trafficking following a stop in the town.
Harborne Man Bitten by Escaped Dog; Police Seize Three Dogs
A man was rushed to hospital with arm injuries after an escaped dog bit him on Gillhurst Road in Harborne. Police seized three dogs, which will undergo assessment.
Two Jailed for Hammer Attack Before Christmas in Stoke
Two men have been jailed for a violent robbery where a victim was beaten with a claw hammer and wooden stick inside a Burslem home on December 23, 2025.
Police Monitor Stourbridge School Parking, Letters Sent
Police outside Amblecote Primary School in Stourbridge identified parking rule breaches; parents will receive warning letters in the post as enforcement continues.
Teen's Chilling Text Before Fatal Crash; Driver Jailed 8 Years
A 19-year-old passenger sent a text saying 'I may not survive tonight' before a crash caused by drunk driver Kyle Patrick, who was jailed for eight years.
Woman Struck with Bottle in Worcester: Police Appeal
A woman was hit in the head with a bottle at the junction of Trinity Street and St Swithin’s Street in Worcester at 1.20am on June 20. Police are appealing for CCTV, dashcam, or mobile phone footage.
Man in 60s Stabbed in Late-Night Birmingham Attack
A man in his 60s was stabbed in a late-night attack in Birmingham; police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
Man in 60s Stabbed by Masked Gang in Birmingham
A man in his 60s was stabbed by masked attackers in Alum Rock, Birmingham. Police say the attack is not linked to a recent teen shooting nearby.
Staffordshire Police told to improve response times
Staffordshire Police has been ordered to improve its 'inadequate' call handling and response times after a watchdog inspection by HMICFRS.
Walking Macclesfield Parks: Dog Safety Tips
A local columnist highlights the challenges of park maintenance in Macclesfield, urging dog owners to clean up waste and keep dogs on leads near livestock to prevent tragedies.
Appeal for Witnesses in Birmingham Rape Case
Police are seeking two women who may have witnessed a rape in Birmingham city centre on 17 August 2024. The incident occurred near a nightclub on Broad Street.
Alum Rock Police Incident: Road Cordoned Off Overnight
A large police presence and cordon on St Saviours Road in Alum Rock, Birmingham, with drones reported overhead. West Midlands Police contacted for comment.
Royal Mail worker probed for rant at disabled mum on bus
A Royal Mail employee is under investigation after being filmed directing a foul-mouthed tirade at a disabled mother on a bus in Edinburgh, leaving her terrified.
Burger Bar Boy Shot Dead After 'Trap Set' in Broad Daylight
CCTV shows a trap was set for alleged Burger Bar Boy Gavin Parry, shot dead with a Skorpion machine gun in Winson Green. Mechanic Theo Bailey jailed for 22 years.
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Man Charged After Fatal Dog Attack in Wolverhampton
A 29-year-old man has been charged with owning a dog dangerously out of control following a fatal attack in Wolverhampton that resulted in the death of a 23-year-old woman.
Birmingham Buses Diverted After Incident
Multiple bus routes in Birmingham city centre have been diverted following an incident near the Bullring, causing disruption for commuters.
Four Arrests Near Soho Road: Drugs and Weapon Seized
Four people were arrested in 24 hours during Operation Fearless near Birmingham's Soho Road. Drugs and a weapon were seized, including a charged 24-year-old man.
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Police Hunt Five Men After Fatal Birmingham Shooting
Police have launched an appeal to find five men wanted in connection with a fatal shooting in Birmingham that left one man dead and another injured.
Kidderminster Evacuated Over Bomb Threat
A bomb squad removed an unexploded ordnance from an unoccupied property in Kidderminster, leading to evacuations and a 100-metre cordon on Ismere Way. Residents have since returned home.
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