Birmingham Man Jailed for Throwing Boiling Water Over Officer
John Davies, 58, punched one officer then poured boiling water over a second, leaving her with severe blistering. He was sentenced to 14.5 years at Birmingham Crown Court.
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Birmingham man jailed 14 years for police attack
A 58-year-old Birmingham man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for a violent attack on two police officers, leaving them with serious injuries.
Police Probe B&M Bust-Up Over Dog in Hot Car in Lichfield
Staffordshire Police are investigating a confrontation at a Lichfield B&M store after a woman retrieved a dog from a hot car, leading to threats and abuse from the owner.
Police Seek Dog Walker Witness in Cannock Knife Attack Attempt
A knifeman attempted to grab a woman on Shoal Hill Common in Cannock. Police are seeking a dog walker with a Staffordshire Bull Terrier as a potential witness.
450 Blue Badges Revoked in Crackdown, Fines Up to £1,000
A crackdown on Blue Badge misuse in Wirral has led to 459 permits being cancelled, saving over £363,000. Traffic wardens now have powers to confiscate badges and issue fines up to £1,000.
Taxi and Police Car Crash on 999 Call in Wolverhampton
A taxi collided with a police car responding to an emergency call at a busy Wolverhampton junction. Firefighters freed a man from one vehicle; no injuries reported.
Police Seek Two Men After Porch Package Thefts
West Midlands Police have released images of two men they want to speak to after a number of packages were taken from a porch in Birmingham.
Reward Offered After Woman Raped in Birmingham Flat
A charity has offered a £5,000 reward for information leading to the conviction of a man who raped and assaulted a woman in a Birmingham flat.
Police Reviewing CCTV After Stourbridge Assault
West Midlands Police are reviewing CCTV after reports of a man dragging a screaming woman along Church Avenue in Amblecote, Stourbridge on Sunday evening.
Tree Surgeon Banned for Drug Driving After Cannabis Joint
Richard Smith, 50, from Stourport-Upon-Severn, was banned from driving for 12 months after being caught smoking a cannabis joint while driving in Birmingham. He pleaded guilty to drug driving and was fined £120.
Big Cat Fears After Deer Carcass Found Near Solihull
A rambler discovered a muntjac deer carcass in Solihull woodland, with signs suggesting a big cat kill, though foxes may also be responsible.
Woman Targeted by Knife-Wielding Man on Cannock Common
A woman escaped unharmed after a man with a knife tried to grab her on Shoal Hill Common in Cannock. Police are appealing for witnesses and have described the suspect.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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