Armed police arrest man in Aston over firearm report
A 56-year-old man was arrested in Aston, Birmingham, after reports of a firearm at an address. Armed officers responded swiftly, and the firearm is believed to be an imitation.
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Birmingham police on holiday find missing man in Barcelona
Two Birmingham police officers on holiday in Barcelona recognised a missing man, 'Little Mick', from social media. They alerted local authorities, ending an international search after his family reported him missing from Leeds.
Seven dead in A66 crash involving police car near Middlesbrough
Seven people, including two Cleveland Police officers, died in a head-on crash on the A66 near Middlesbrough after a VW Passat drove the wrong way and hit a police car. The IOPC has opened an investigation.
A66 crash victims: PCs Matthew Blades and Tom Clough named
PCs Matthew Blades, 37, and Tom Clough, 38, died in a wrong-way A66 crash near Middlesbrough. The IOPC is investigating after a police pursuit. Five others also died.
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Man left with broken arm after city centre attack
A man was left with a broken arm after an attack in Birmingham city centre. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses.
Sutton Coldfield fields closed over fire risk
Streetly playing fields in Sutton Coldfield are temporarily closed to the public due to fire risk, following consultation with West Midlands Fire Service. The SSCA will review the closure regularly and reopen when safe.
Birmingham road sealed off after suspicious item found
West Midlands Police sealed off Cranleigh Place in Perry Barr after a suspicious item was found. The EOD unit attended, determined it was not dangerous, and disposed of it safely.
Birmingham assault: police release images of three men
West Midlands Police appeal after a man was assaulted outside Costcutter on Birchfield Road, Birmingham, on 21 June. Images of three men released.
Birmingham chop shop with stolen cars discovered in Small Heath
West Midlands Police discovered a chop shop in Small Heath containing multiple stolen cars, engines and parts. Evidence has been seized as enquiries continue to identify those behind the operation.
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Police uncover suspected West Midlands chop shop with stolen cars
Police discovered a suspected chop shop in West Midlands packed with stolen cars, engines, and parts. Officers are investigating, and no arrests have been made yet.
Man assaulted outside West Midlands shop
A man was assaulted outside a shop in the West Midlands, police confirmed. Officers are investigating the incident and appealing for witnesses.
Walsall man jailed 26 years for child rape after victims identified
John Robinson, 61, laughed when police accused him of abusing three teenage girls in Walsall. He was jailed for 26 years after facial ID software identified victims in videos he kept for over 20 years.
A66 crash: Multiple deaths after police car and Volkswagen collide
Multiple people died in a pre-dawn collision on the A66 in South Bank involving a police vehicle and a Volkswagen Passat, Cleveland Police confirmed.
HS2 stink: New measures after residents forced to keep windows shut
HS2 Ltd is deploying extra mist cannons, stronger odour neutraliser and improved wind monitoring after North Warwickshire and Bedworth MP Rachel Taylor demanded action over the smell affecting Coleshill and Water Orton residents.
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Tamworth man arrested over assault involving weapon
A 48-year-old man from Tamworth was arrested on suspicion of common assault and weapon offences after an incident in Wilnecote on August 20. He remains in police custody as Staffordshire Police continue their investigation.
Ghost broking scam costs young driver £24,500 car
Ghost broking scams are surging, with 84% of young drivers unaware of the fraud. One 20-year-old lost a £24,500 car and licence. Learn how to avoid this costly mistake.
VW badge thefts: 70 incidents in four days, Met Police warn
Met Police investigate around 70 VW badge thefts in south-east London between 15 and 19 July. Owners advised to report incidents and contact dealers.
Croydon plans GPS ankle tags for persistent shoplifters
Croydon Council proposes GPS ankle tags for repeat shoplifters at Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and Asda, plus exclusion zones, to combat shoplifting.
Sainsbury's pauses AI face scanning after false ID
Sainsbury's suspended AI face scanning at a Dulwich store after Matt Arnold was wrongly identified as a shoplifter and ejected, prompting an apology.
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Refugee jailed for knife threat outside Birmingham shop
Salah Barzi, 30, was jailed for 18 months after threatening Reuben Davis with a knife outside Heron Foods in Erdington, then fleeing into a mosque.
Safeside village teaches kids fire and life skills
Safeside, West Midlands Fire Service's immersive village in Nechells, teaches children road, water, fire and personal safety through realistic scenarios.
Police dismantle £500k cannabis farm near Wolston
Police dismantled a £500,000 underground cannabis grow near Wolston, hidden beneath a shipping container, arresting five people on suspicion of producing cannabis.
Sutton Coldfield flower vandals make amends
Three teenage boys who were filmed kicking heads off flowers in Sutton Coldfield town centre have replanted the display after police used a restorative justice approach.
CCTV appeal after Dunstall key stabbing and van damage
West Midlands Police issue CCTV image of a man sought after a victim was stabbed in the arm with a key and his van damaged on Gorsebrook Road, Dunstall, on 1 August.
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Machete threat shocks Birmingham nightlife strip
Shocking scenes on Birmingham's packed nightlife strip saw a man brandish a machete, sparking fear among revellers and prompting a police response.
Man charged after parcels allegedly stolen in Birmingham
Arran Armit, 47, of Sutton Coldfield, has been charged with burglary after a resident spotted him allegedly stealing parcels on Walmley Road and alerted police.
Drunk thief stole £80 of alcohol from SPAR in three-day spree
Patrick Brunt, 35, stole £80 of spirits and beer from a Stafford SPAR over three days in July. He has stopped drinking and was ordered to pay £241 in costs and compensation.
Dad brain damage after steel plate flew off lorry on M6
A Staffordshire father suffered severe brain damage after a steel plate flew off a lorry on the M6, leaving him needing 24-hour care, an inquest heard.
Jury retires in trial of Kurdish man accused of barbers rape
The jury has retired to consider verdicts in the trial of a Kurdish man accused of raping a woman at a West Midlands barbers shop, with the defendant denying the charge.
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Stourbridge Wildfire Response Praised by Fire Chief
West Midlands Fire Service chief says Stourbridge wildfire will stay with him for a long time, thanking crews and partners in a heartfelt letter.
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