School Alert After Crossbow Sightings in Birmingham
West Midlands Police have launched a CCTV appeal after multiple reports of a man carrying a crossbow near schools in Birmingham, prompting safety warnings.
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Urgent Appeal: Missing Solihull Schoolboy Charlie, 13
West Midlands Police launch urgent appeal to find missing 13-year-old Charlie from Chelmsley Wood. Last seen wearing grey tracksuit and black Nike trainers. Public urged to call 999 immediately if spotted.
Body in Coventry Park Bin May Have Been Hit by Vehicle
Police are investigating after a man's body was discovered in a council wheelie bin in Cash's Park, Coventry. The victim, aged 40-50, is believed to have been hit by a vehicle before being placed in the bin.
Police Seek Public's Help to Identify Man Who Died in Worcester
West Mercia Police are urgently seeking the public's assistance to identify a man in his 60s who died following a suspected medical episode on Grand Stand Road in Worcester on March 11.
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Man Convicted of 1977 Student Rape via DNA Evidence
David Sharp, 66, has been found guilty of raping a student in Leeds nearly 50 years ago, with modern forensic techniques providing the crucial DNA match that secured the conviction.
Fake Utility Workers Scam Lichfield Resident Out of £480
Police warn residents after two men posing as water company employees visited a Curborough Road property twice, convincing the householder to hand over nearly £500 in cash.
£3,500 E-Bike Stolen from Stafford Station - CCTV Appeal
British Transport Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to speak to after a £3,500 electric bike was stolen from Stafford Railway Station using bolt cutters.
New Police Appeal Over Telford Student Sexual Assault Incident
West Mercia Police detectives have launched a fresh appeal for information after a student's trousers were pulled down during an assault in Woodside, Telford. A 23-year-old man has been arrested and bailed pending further investigation.
Police Crush Dozen Illegal E-Bikes in Birmingham Crackdown
West Midlands Police removed twelve illegally modified e-bikes and an e-scooter during a two-hour operation in Birmingham city centre, with all seized vehicles set to be destroyed.
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Black Country marine jailed over fatal punch after 'Brummie' remark
Joseph Jones, 22, from Wolverhampton, has been sentenced to three-and-a-half years for manslaughter after a single punch killed Cemal John Yilmaz in Exmouth, Devon.
Family Jailed for Caravan Site Stabbing in Nuneaton
Five men, including four members of the Galbraith family, have been sentenced to prison terms ranging from over three to 25 years for a violent stabbing at The Griff caravan site in Nuneaton, where the victim fled blood-stained in his pants.
Phonebox Rapist's Sentence Reviewed After Police Appeal
West Midlands Police appeal the 10-year jail term of Cornel Filipeche, who raped a woman near Perry Barr station, citing insufficient severity for the brutal attack.
Birmingham School Warns of Armed Pupils in Balaclavas on Bus
Fortis Academy in Great Barr issued a warning after students from another school boarded a bus wearing balaclavas and carrying weapons. The incident is linked to the dangerous 'red v blue school wars' social media trend encouraging violence between school
Driver Jailed for Killing Four-Year-Old Girl During Eid in Birmingham
Javonnie Tavener sentenced to over five years for causing death of Mayar Yahia, 4, who was walking with family after Eid celebrations. Police condemn his selfish actions.
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West Brom Fan's Car Stripped by 'Motor Cannibals'
A West Bromwich Albion supporter returned from a football match to find his car stripped by 'motor cannibals' in Smethwick, comparing the scene to a Hollywood movie.
Birmingham Club Hit by Second Immigration Raid
Home Office and West Midlands Police raid Royal No 1 Club in Chinatown, finding four illegal workers. This marks the second such incident at the venue in less than twelve months.
Woman Sentenced for £2k Handbag Theft from John Lewis
Sky-Anna Eastaugh, 24, has received a community order for stealing luxury handbags from John Lewis in Solihull. The theft occurred shortly after a previous shoplifting order.
Midlands Crime List: Most Dangerous Places Named
A new national crime study has identified the most dangerous towns and cities in the Midlands, with Nottingham topping the regional list ahead of Birmingham.
Family Outraged as 100mph Driver Kills Sister After Passing Test
The family of teacher Moyra Whelan, killed by Liberty Mitchell who drove at 100mph just weeks after passing her test, condemns the sentence and calls for lifetime driving bans for dangerous drivers.
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Birmingham Drug Dealers Caught After Phone Blunder
Adam Bailey and Reayarn Douglass from Birmingham were convicted for County Lines drug dealing after a critical phone mistake during their arrest by Staffordshire Police uncovered their criminal operation.
Burglars Threatened Elderly Couple with Decapitation
Three criminals laughed as they threatened to behead an elderly woman and her dog during a violent burglary targeting a vulnerable couple in Newcastle. The trio received a total of 28 years in prison for their horrific crimes.
Police Appeal After Handsworth Wood Assault and Robbery
West Midlands Police have released an image of a man they want to trace following an attempted robbery and assault on Handsworth Wood Road on March 1.
Driver Jailed for Killing Girl in Birmingham Careless Driving Crash
Javonnie Tavener sentenced to nearly four years after his car ploughed into a family group celebrating Eid, killing four-year-old Mayar Yahia and injuring two women.
Police Shut Down 18 County Lines, Make 160+ Arrests
West Midlands Police arrested over 160 people and safeguarded nearly 100 adults and children during a week-long County Lines crackdown, seizing drugs, weapons, and cash.
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Birmingham Predator Jailed for 10-Second Abduction
Abdulraziq Mohammed, 38, from Winson Green, has been sentenced to 11 years for abducting and sexually assaulting a five-year-old girl after striking in a brief moment when her mother looked away.
Birmingham Driver in Court for Railway Station Murder Charge
Jack Simper, 27, from Birmingham, has appeared at Stafford Crown Court charged with the murder of Dylan Fitzpatrick at Tamworth Railway Station. The case has been adjourned until May 7.
Marine Jailed for Killing Man Over Birmingham Joke
Joseph Jones, 22, from Wolverhampton, punched Cemal Yilmaz after taking offence to a joke about being from Birmingham. The victim died from his injuries three days later.
Father Slams 'Inadequate' Jail Term for Driver Who Killed Daughter
Babiker Yahia, father of four-year-old Mayar killed by an uninsured driver, and West Midlands road safety commissioner Mat MacDonald express outrage over the three-year, ten-month sentence and six-year driving ban for Javonnie Tavener.
Community Funds Funeral for Birmingham Stabbing Victim
Ali Alshmari, a 30-year-old Iraqi student stabbed in Alum Rock, was laid to rest after well-wishers donated over £4,000 for his burial, as he had no family in the UK.
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Boy, 15, in Court Over School Stabbing Allegation
A 15-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder after a girl was allegedly stabbed at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich, leading to a lockdown and armed police response.
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