PCSO Kenny Lewis Saves Choking Toddler in Bilston
PCSO Kenny Lewis used first aid to dislodge a sweet from toddler Roxy's throat in Bilston, preventing a tragedy. The family praised the 16-year veteran as a 'true local hero.'
Category : Community Safety
Dog Walking Law Change: £100 Fine from July 31
From July 31, dog owners in England face £100 fines for off-lead dogs in Open Access land, as new livestock protection laws take effect.
Birmingham Postcode Gang Map Revealed in Murder Trial
A West Midlands Police map shown in the Oumar Traore murder trial reveals how modern gangs uphold territories of the Burger Bar Boys and Johnson Crew, fueling violence in north Birmingham.
Postwoman 'No Time to React' as Dog Clamped on Her Leg
Royal Mail postwoman Katy Davies suffered permanent scars and tendon damage after a dog she knew for years suddenly attacked her on her delivery route in Bristol.
West Midlands Taser Use Mapped: Areas with Most Incidents
Data reveals West Midlands police used Tasers over 6,500 times in five years, with Birmingham city centre and Wolverhampton recording the highest deployment rates per capita.
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Birmingham Police Arrest Man on Drug and Weapon Offences
West Midlands Police have arrested a man in Birmingham on suspicion of drug and weapon offences following a targeted operation in the city centre.
Police Seek Man After Hodge Hill Stabbing
West Midlands Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a stabbing in Coleshill Road, Hodge Hill, Birmingham, on 15 March. The victim, a man with arm and leg injuries, was treated in hospital.
Skydiving Incident at Langar Airfield Prompts Emergency Response
Emergency services including police, ambulance, and fire crews responded to a skydiving incident at Langar Airfield in Nottinghamshire on July 5, prompting an investigation in a nearby field.
Drink-driving dad who killed baby daughter is wanted
Emmanuel Sakyi, who was more than two-and-a-half times the drink-drive limit, caused the death of his seven-month-old daughter Emmanuela in a head-on crash. He failed to appear for sentencing and was convicted in his absence, receiving a 15-year prison te
Police Hunt Missing Sex Offender Darren Inkpen
Darren Inkpen, 56, a high-risk sex offender, is missing after failing to comply with the Sex Offenders' Register. Police urge public to report sightings.
Birmingham's Safest Areas Revealed: Lowest Violent Crime
Analysis of West Midlands Police data reveals Birmingham's safest neighbourhoods with the lowest violent crime rates, led by Sutton Four Oaks with 359 offences in a year.
Man arrested after Walsall raid seizes firearms and knives
A 24-year-old man has been arrested after officers seized firearms and knives from a property on Leighswood Avenue in Walsall; the weapons were confirmed non-viable.
Motorcyclist Life-Changing Injuries Kingshurst Crash
A man suffered life-changing leg injuries when his motorbike collided with a car on Cooks Lane, Kingshurst. Police appeal for witnesses.
Dad shares CCTV of son hit by car in Chesterfield
A father shares harrowing CCTV footage of his 10-year-old son being struck by a car at a Chesterfield junction, urging for road safety improvements and helmet use.
Solihull Crash: Rider Hospitalised with Life-Changing Injuries
A motorbike rider suffered life-changing leg injuries in a collision with a car on Cooks Lane, Kingshurst, Solihull. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage.
Police Incident in Wolverhampton: Blue Tent Erected
A road in Wolverhampton has been cordoned off by police this morning after an incident, with a blue forensics tent erected on Clarence Street and churchgoers diverted.
Birmingham Home Shot Twice in Week, Gunman at Large
A gunman remains at large after a Birmingham home in Ward End was shot at for the second time in a week, with no injuries reported and police reviewing CCTV.
Man critical after attack outside Worcester station
A man is fighting for his life after being repeatedly punched and stamped on outside Worcester Foregate Street station. British Transport Police release CCTV images of two suspects.
Two Children Stabbed in Heswall Bus Station Brawl
Two teenage boys were stabbed during a mass brawl at Heswall Bus Station in Merseyside. Police arrested several teenagers, and the victims are in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Wolverhampton shop closed over drug dealing concerns
The Hair Shop in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton, has been closed for three months after police uncovered drug dealing and anti-social behaviour, with a hidden room discovered behind wigs.
Worcester mum stranded at Gatwick after parking scam
Lauren James from Worcester was among dozens of holidaymakers left stranded at Gatwick Airport after a meet-and-greet parking scam left cars in a junkyard or abandoned.
Free window cleaning for 135 more homes near HS2
More than 135 extra households near HS2 works in Water Orton and Coleshill will get free window cleaning and subsidised car washes after years of dust complaints.
Intoxicated speeding caused fatal Quinton crash killing dad
An inquest heard that Lee Bowden, 27, died after his Mercedes struck a kerb and hit a tree on Ridgacre Road, Quinton. West Midlands Police confirmed the father-of-two was intoxicated and speeding.
Solihull School Streets Scheme Expansion Approved
Solihull Council's School Streets scheme, reducing car use by up to 74%, is set to expand to Coppice Primary School after proving a big success.
Inmate Jailed for Urine Attacks on Prison Officers
Dean Lack, 27, was sentenced to 36 months after throwing urine at officers at HMP Featherstone near Wolverhampton, causing disgust and health fears.
Social media boasts lead to jail for car cannibals
Mohammed Khan and Mohammed Haydar stripped nearly 100 vehicles near Birmingham City's ground, boasting on social media. Both jailed for four years and three months.
Drivers Risk £5,000 Fines for World Cup Celebrations
Drivers could face fines up to £5,000 for distracted driving during World Cup celebrations. Experts warn that actions like taking hands off the wheel or dancing can lead to penalties.
Birmingham Home Shot at Twice in Three Days
A home in Ward End, Birmingham was shot at twice in three days. Police confirmed no injuries and the family is safeguarded. Investigation ongoing.
Birmingham Home Shot at Twice in One Week
A property in Ward End, Birmingham, has been struck by gunfire for the second time this week. West Midlands Police confirm no injuries and are investigating both incidents.
Children Rescued from Rip Tides at Wales Beach
Multiple children were rescued from dangerous rip currents at Tywyn beach in Gwynedd, North Wales, on June 27. Locals are calling for permanent lifeguards and better safety signage after the incidents.
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