Thug Jailed for 14 Years After Glass Bottle Stabbing
Marc Bell stabbed a man in the stomach with a broken bottle during a shop theft confrontation in Burton-upon-Trent, receiving a 14-year prison sentence.
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Drivers Who Kill May Avoid Immediate Prison Under New Law
A quiet change in driving laws under The Sentencing Act 2026 gives courts more flexibility in sentencing drivers convicted of causing death or serious injury, sparking concerns about justice for victims' families.
Hoax 999 Callers Jailed After Wasting £100k of Taxpayer Money
Two men made 122 bogus emergency calls, including claims of a baby on train tracks, diverting police resources and costing taxpayers an estimated £100,000.
Birmingham Dad Accused of Abuse in Garden Shed Lessons
A Birmingham father-of-five faces trial for alleged sexual assault of a child under 13 during Quran classes held in his garden shed. The jury continues deliberations.
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Mother Shares Scars After Fiancé's Near-Fatal Attack
A Staffordshire woman bravely speaks out after surviving an hour-long beating by her partner, who was sentenced to 15 years for leaving her minutes from death.
Woman Fist-Bumped by Thief in Stolen Uber Incident
A woman was trapped inside a stolen Uber taxi in Birmingham after it was taken from a petrol station. The thief drove her to a bus stop, told her to get out, and fist-bumped her before fleeing.
50mph Mobility Scooter Seized in Midlands Over Safety Concerns
A mobility scooter modified to reach speeds of 50mph has been confiscated by police in the Midlands following reports of nuisance behaviour and excessive speeds, with the juvenile rider lacking a driving licence or insurance.
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Police Appeal to Identify Woman After Shirley Purse Theft
West Midlands Police are urgently seeking to identify a woman in connection with a reported distraction theft on Stratford Road, Shirley, where a purse was stolen. Anyone with information is urged to contact authorities.
Birmingham's Most Dangerous Areas in New Crime Data
Latest West Midlands Police figures show Lozells, East Handsworth, and Aston as Birmingham's crime capitals, with over 2,300 violent and sexual offences each in the past year.
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Funfair Crash Probe Continues 16 Months After Birmingham Incident
Health and safety investigators are still actively probing the City Star Flyer ride crash in Centenary Square that injured 13 people in December 2024.
Asylum Seeker Jailed for Cocaine Dealing in Midlands (13.04.2026)
An asylum seeker has been sentenced to nearly three years in prison for selling cocaine in Rugeley, Staffordshire, as part of the 'snizz' drugs line, with deportation upon release.
Birmingham Thief Jailed for 16 Raids on Same Shop
Richard Chisholm, 41, has been sentenced to 48 weeks in prison for targeting a Great Barr store 16 times, stealing over £1,500 in goods including washing products and confectionary.
Man Found Dead in Newcastle After Suspected Burglary
A man was pronounced dead at a property on Blandford Square in Newcastle after police responded to reports of a suspected burglary early Sunday morning. Emergency services swarmed the scene, but the death is not being treated as suspicious.
Family Appeals for Missing Mum Jackie Sheard in Birmingham
The family of Jackie Sheard is urgently seeking public assistance after she went missing in Birmingham city centre on Saturday, April 11, with last contact around 3pm.
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Missing Man Last Seen at M5 Services Prompts Police Appeal
West Mercia Police have issued an urgent 999 appeal to locate Graham Taylor, a 31-year-old man from Devon who vanished from Frankley services on the M5 yesterday afternoon.
Man Charged with Murder After Walking into Birmingham Police
Hassan Lbane, 39, has been charged with murder and grievous bodily harm after handing himself in at a West Midlands police station following a fatal stabbing in London.
Woman Gang-Raped Outside Church After Nightclub Exit
A woman in her 20s was gang-raped by several men outside Epsom Methodist Church after being followed from a nightclub. Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage from the early hours of Saturday.
Man Arrested for Racially Aggravated Assault on Soho Road
A 55-year-old man has been arrested following a racially aggravated assault in Handsworth, where a police officer was attacked and a victim suffered facial injuries on Soho Road.
Man Found Dead on Birmingham Street, Police Investigate
West Midlands Police discovered a man in his 30s deceased on Holliday Street in Birmingham city centre. The death is not being treated as suspicious, with a file prepared for the coroner.
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Arrest After Stolen Car Chase in Birmingham
A 34-year-old man was detained by police following a short pursuit of a suspected stolen vehicle in Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Saturday, April 11.
Body Found in Search for Missing Sutton Coldfield Man
West Midlands Police have confirmed the discovery of a body in Warwickshire during the search for James, a 41-year-old man reported missing from Sutton Coldfield.
Drug Line Crackdown: 89 Criminals Jailed for 545 Years
West Midlands Police's County Lines Taskforce has shut down over 400 drug lines in a year, jailing 89 criminals for a combined 545 years and seizing nearly £500,000 in cash.
CCTV Appeal After Birmingham Shop Theft on Stratford Road
West Midlands Police have issued a CCTV appeal following a theft from a store on Stratford Road in Birmingham. Authorities are seeking to identify a man captured on camera around 6.45pm on February 10.
Coventry Police Siege Ends with Man Arrested on Threats to Kill
A 49-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of making threats to kill after a police siege near a Midland Farmfoods branch in Coventry. The incident began on Roseberry Avenue, with officers responding to reports of a barricaded individual.
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Rowley Regis Bar License Faces Opposition Over Safety Fears
Residents in Rowley Regis are challenging a new microbar's alcohol license application, citing parking congestion, traffic hazards, and potential anti-social behavior as major safety issues in the residential area.
Gift Card Scams Surge in West Midlands, Police Issue Alert
Fraudsters are exploiting gift cards to steal money from victims across the West Midlands, with police warning there is very little chance of reimbursement. Retailers have implemented protective measures, but criminals continue to adapt their tactics.
Great Barr Cold Case Unsolved After 50 Years
The murder of eight-year-old Helen Bailey in Great Barr in 1975 remains unsolved after 50 years, with police confident but lacking evidence to charge a suspect.
Campaign for Lifetime Bans for Killer Drivers in Birmingham
BirminghamLive launches a campaign demanding lifetime driving bans for motorists who cause fatal accidents through dangerous behavior, highlighting recent tragic cases.
Bus Driver Bitten, Passenger Arrested in Birmingham
A bus driver suffered bite marks and nail injuries during an altercation with a passenger on the No.74 service in Birmingham city centre. Fellow passengers intervened, restraining the suspect until police arrived.
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Birmingham Court Warns on Drink-Driving After 'Day After' Case
A Birmingham magistrate has issued a stark warning about drink-driving after sentencing a man who failed a police test the day after drinking alcohol, calling it a 'lesson for everyone'.
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