Body Found by Kayakers in Search for Missing Man
Tragic discovery as volunteer kayakers locate the body of an 81-year-old man missing since April 9 from Rose Gardens area in Hereford. Police confirm death not suspicious.
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UK Tourists Told 'Take Hard Cover' in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain
The UK Foreign Office has issued urgent travel warnings for Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, advising tourists to seek shelter amid escalating Gulf tensions and security risks.
Three Seriously Injured, Four Arrested After Shirley Crash
A major collision involving three vehicles on Stratford Road in Shirley has left three people with serious injuries and led to four arrests, including for assaulting emergency workers.
Lozells Factory Fire: 30 Firefighters Tackle Major Blaze
A significant fire erupted at a factory on Roland Road in Lozells, Birmingham, requiring 30 firefighters to bring it under control. Police remain on scene investigating the incident.
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Major Fire in Lozells: Six Crews Battle Blaze
West Midlands Fire Service has deployed six crews to tackle a significant fire on Roland Road in Lozells, Birmingham. Residents are advised to keep doors and windows closed and avoid the area.
Police and Ambulances Respond to Serious Handsworth Incident
Emergency services, including West Midlands Police and paramedics, attended a serious incident on Tew Park Road in Handsworth, Birmingham, on Friday, April 16, with the road closed and multiple ambulances at the scene.
NHS Worker Jailed for Fatal Lye Crash Killing BMW Driver
A Black Country NHS pharmacy worker has been sentenced to less than three years for causing a fatal collision on Stourbridge Road. The tragic incident involved multiple vehicles and dangerous overtaking maneuvers.
Fuel Tanker Fire Near School Evacuates 500 Pupils
A fuel tanker carrying 15,000 litres caught fire on Marlborough Way, Telford, prompting the evacuation of a nearby primary school. Police officers acted swiftly to secure the area and ensure no serious injuries occurred.
Villa Park Kitchen Fire Extinguished Before Crew Arrival
A small kitchen fire broke out at Villa Park stadium hours before a Europa League match, with staff extinguishing it before West Midlands Fire Service arrived on scene.
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Man Airlifted After Serious Injuries in Wolverhampton Fire
A man suffered serious injuries in a property fire on Westacre Crescent in Finchfield, Wolverhampton. He received advanced life support at the scene before being airlifted to Queen Elizabeth Hospital for further treatment.
Emergency Services Respond to Man on Fire in Coventry Garden
Police, fire crews, and an air ambulance raced to a garden in Gosford Green, Coventry, after reports of a man in his 50s being on fire. The victim was airlifted to hospital, and authorities are investigating the incident.
BBC Presenter Lynda Shahwan Dies After Hospital Discharge
BBC Radio Wales presenter Lynda Shahwan, 53, passed away from infection complications after being discharged from a Canadian hospital following a car crash.
85,000 UK Homes Face Visits Over Fire Risk Tumble Dryers
Over 85,000 UK households will be visited due to recalled tumble dryers posing a serious fire risk. Manufacturers will conduct safety modifications at homes.
Telford Fuel Tanker Fire: Man Hospitalized, Road Reopens
A significant fuel tanker fire in Telford led to a man being hospitalized and a major road closure for over 24 hours. Emergency services responded with nine fire appliances and issued safety warnings to residents.
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Ambulance Statement After Soho Road Pawnbrokers Ram Raid
Two women were assessed by paramedics after a gang smashed a car into H&T Pawnbrokers in Birmingham, stealing jewellery before fleeing the scene. Police are investigating.
Fuel Tanker Fire in Telford Sends Man to Hospital
A fuel tanker burst into flames near Marlborough Way in Newdale, Telford, with one man taken to hospital. Emergency services are on scene, advising residents to avoid the area and keep windows closed.
Two Men Injured in Quinton Crash, One Fighting for Life
A serious collision in Clapgate Lane, Quinton, left two men injured, with one passenger in a life-threatening condition after a car smashed into a tree late last night.
Man in Life-Threatening Condition After Quinton Car Crash
Two men were hospitalized after a serious collision on Clapgate Lane in Quinton. A 26-year-old man remains in a life-threatening condition, while a 20-year-old was arrested for driving while disqualified.
Three Men Injured in Walsall Early-Hours Road Crash
Three men were taken to Walsall Manor Hospital with non-serious injuries after a collision at the junction of Wednesbury Road and Old Pleck Road. Emergency services responded at 1.42am, causing temporary bus diversions.
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Firefighters Rush to Birmingham Blaze After Loud Bangs
West Midlands Fire Service responded to an accidental industrial unit fire in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, with crews using a hose reel jet to extinguish the blaze quickly with no injuries reported.
Factory Fire in Coseley: Six Crews Battle Blaze, Avoid Area
A significant factory fire erupted on Anchor Road in Coseley early Sunday morning, with six West Midlands Fire Service crews initially dispatched. Residents are advised to steer clear of the area as emergency operations continue.
Coseley Factory Fire: Six Crews Tackle Blaze, Avoid Area
A major fire has erupted at an industrial unit on Anchor Road in Coseley, Wolverhampton, with six fire crews responding early this morning. Authorities have issued an 'avoid the area' warning to ensure public safety as emergency services work to control t
Coseley Factory Fire: Six Fire Crews Battle Blaze
A major fire has erupted at a factory on Anchor Road in Coseley, with six fire crews dispatched to the scene. West Midlands Fire Service has issued an 'avoid the area' warning to the public as emergency services work to contain the incident.
DWP Winter Fuel Payment 2026/27: £100 Boost for Pre-1946 Pensioners
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the Winter Fuel Payment rates and dates for 2026/27, including a £100 addition for state pensioners born before 1946, with varying amounts based on birth dates and living situations.
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DVLA £1,000 Fine for Not Reporting Parkinson's
The DVLA has issued a critical warning to drivers with Parkinson's disease, emphasizing a potential £1,000 fine for failure to report the condition, affecting over 166,000 people in the UK.
DVLA Requires Drivers to Report 100+ Medical Conditions
The DVLA mandates that drivers disclose over 110 medical conditions, including diabetes and cancer, to ensure road safety and avoid severe penalties for non-compliance.
Ex-Police Inspector Dies After Falling from M60 Bridge
Jonathan Ezard, a former Greater Manchester Police inspector, died after falling from Barton Bridge over the M60. He had resigned amid misconduct allegations involving 'sexist and objectifying' messages about a female officer.
Boy Injured in Halesowen Car Crash, Taken to Hospital
A young boy was hit by a car on Nimmings Road in Blackheath, Halesowen, and treated at the scene before being transported to Birmingham Children's Hospital with non-serious injuries.
DVLA Could Ban Drivers on Common Medications
Leading motoring experts warn that the DVLA may instruct drivers to avoid operating vehicles if they are taking certain common medications, including opioids and antidepressants, with fines up to £1,000 for non-disclosure.
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Man Found Dead in Kings Heath Home, Police Tape Off Street
A man in his 40s was pronounced dead at a home on Haytor Avenue in Kings Heath, Birmingham. Police taped off the residential street as emergency services responded to the incident, which is not being treated as suspicious.
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