Facebook Marketplace viewing turns into knife-point robbery
West Mercia Police are investigating after a Telford man was robbed at knifepoint during a Facebook Marketplace sale. The force urges caution when meeting buyers.
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Range Rover stolen from Bilston Morrisons car park
West Midlands Police are investigating after a Range Rover was stolen in broad daylight from a Morrisons car park in Bilston. Witnesses captured the incident on video. Call 101 with info.
Handcuffed Teen Dies on M5 After Escaping Police Car
The mother of 17-year-old Tamzin Hall says authorities 'desperately failed' her daughter, who died on the M5 after escaping a police vehicle while handcuffed. Read the full investigation details.
Midlands drug gang jailed for over 15 years
Ringleaders of a county lines gang that exploited children to deal heroin and crack cocaine across the Midlands have been sentenced. The 'Trooper Line' was run from prison. Report drug dealing in your area.
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Man jailed for unprovoked pub attack in Staffordshire
Gary Webb, 38, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for a drunken, unprovoked assault that left a man with a fractured jaw. Read the full details of the shocking Staffordshire pub attack.
TikToker jailed for killing grandmother in car crash
Leigh Sutherland, 31, sentenced for causing death by dangerous driving after hitting Margaret Allan, 77, in Cumbernauld. He showed 'no remorse' and posted videos about the crash.
Schoolboys charged over hoax robbery in Mansfield
Four boys aged 14-16 are due in court after a hoax knifepoint robbery report sparked an armed police response in Mansfield. Read the full details of the incident.
Birmingham pub attackers face jail for bottle assault
Omar Clarke and Herbert Palmer admitted GBH after attacking a man with glass bottles on Erdington High Street. They will be sentenced in March. Read the full court details.
Shopper tries to stop Range Rover theft in Morrisons car park
Shocking footage captures a woman's attempt to thwart a daylight Range Rover theft in a Bilston supermarket car park. See the full video and witness accounts.
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Police appeal over Coseley vehicle theft and bank card fraud
West Midlands Police seek a hooded man after a bank card was stolen from a vehicle in Whitegates Road, Coseley, and fraudulently used. Call 101 with info.
Sex predator jailed for 12 years after Wetherspoon's attacks
Philip Duffield, 25, has been sentenced to 12 years for raping two women and assaulting a third. The court heard how his victims' lives were devastated. Read the full story.
Armed police raid farmer's home in money laundering probe
Armed police stormed an 80-year-old farmer's Worcestershire home at 3.30am, seizing £60,000 cash. The raid is part of a major investigation into illegal waste and money laundering. Read the full story.
Teen caught after year on run from Birmingham scrap
A teenager who fled to Ireland after a massive family fight in Birmingham has been jailed. Thomas Sweeney junior was arrested on the M6 after more than a year on the run. Read the full story.
Man pleads guilty to upskirting outside Birmingham school
Kevin Gilmore, 41, filmed girls at a railway station and school. He admitted six charges and awaits sentencing. Read the full court report.
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Officer Dismissed for Gross Misconduct with Victim
West Mercia Police sergeant Conrad Smith dismissed without notice for pursuing an improper relationship with a crime victim, including a hotel stay while suspended. Read the full report.
Boy racer avoids jail for 80mph stunt in West Bromwich
Oskar Arif, 22, received a suspended sentence after racing at 80mph on a 40mph road in West Bromwich. He is the 14th driver punished under a Black Country-wide injunction.
Thug threatened ex's nan and attacked police officers
A 19-year-old from Leicester threatened to kill his ex-partner and her grandmother, sent machete photos, and assaulted police. Read the full court details and sentencing.
UK Public Wi-Fi & QR Code Security Warning Issued
Tech expert Andrew Witts warns UK mobile users of severe risks from fake public Wi-Fi and QR codes. Learn how to protect your data and avoid costly scams.
Real reason for seven police cars at Birmingham hotel revealed
West Midlands Police confirm the true reason for a significant presence at a Sutton Coldfield hotel, countering false AI-generated speculation about a British flag. Read the full story.
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Driver almost 4x limit crashes at Mansfield traffic lights
Prince Ncube, 31, was already banned for drink-driving when he smashed into a stationary car. He was handed a suspended sentence and a three-year ban.
£500 fines for parking over fire hydrants in England
Motorists in England are being hit with fines up to £500 for parking over fire hydrants. Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service warns this illegal act delays emergency responses. Learn how to avoid penalties.
Mum shot through front door as one-year-old inside
A mother is fighting for life after gunmen fired seven shots into her Peckham home on Christmas Eve while her toddler played inside. Police appeal for witnesses.
Brothers charged with Wolverhampton Christmas Day murder
Two brothers from Wolverhampton have been remanded in custody, charged with the murder of father-of-two Trey Johnson on Christmas Day. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Police officer, 28, in court on rape charges
A 28-year-old Leicestershire Police officer has been charged with two counts of rape and one of sexual assault. Stephen Reynolds appeared at Northampton Magistrates' Court. Follow for the latest court updates.
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Student blackmailed in 'sextortion' plot, police say
A 23-year-old student was blackmailed after sending intimate pictures online. Two people, including a Wolverhampton man, have been charged. Police urge victims to come forward.
Woman's M25 escape bid to Tunisia ends in court
A Longton woman who tried to flee to Tunisia in breach of a court order was intercepted on the M25. Maria Shaw, 46, was given a suspended sentence for perverting justice and forgery. Read the full story.
New national crackdown on illegal 'ghost plates' announced
West Midlands Police hail 'significant win' as new government powers target reflective number plates designed to dodge ANPR cameras. Part of a wider Road Safety Strategy.
Disabled woman 'terrified' by e-scooter near-misses
A woman with rheumatoid arthritis says she's forced into roads to avoid illegal e-scooters and e-bikes on pavements. She brands riders 'a menace' and calls for action. Read the full story.
Birmingham's worst streets for antisocial behaviour revealed
Police data exposes Birmingham's antisocial behaviour hotspots for 2025, with Small Heath and Highgate recording over 400 incidents. Discover the full list of affected areas.
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Jailed conman's shocking dating fraud case revealed
A private investigator exposed a fraudster who pretended to be a successful businessman while serving a prison sentence. Discover the shocking details of this sophisticated dating scam.
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