Crime

Thursday, May 28, 2026 smallheath assault stabbing quadbike jafirnazir police reward investigation crime suspect

A man remains in critical condition after being knocked off his quad bike and repeatedly stabbed in the head in Small Heath. The brutal attack has prompted an urgent police investigation, with officers appealing for … Read More

Thursday, May 28, 2026 vandalism bordesleygreen burglary police investigation cctv family trauma westmidlands crime

A grandfather in Bordesley Green has made an urgent appeal for witnesses and CCTV footage after his home and five cars in his driveway were vandalized in a violent early morning incident. Javed Iqbal and his family were … Read More

Thursday, May 28, 2026 birmingham assault deportation court violence immigration crime sentencing attack law

Sharhad Rahmani, a 40-year-old Iranian national, has been sentenced to three years and seven months in prison for biting part of a man’s ear during a violent attack in a Birmingham takeaway. The brutal assault left the … Read More

Thursday, May 28, 2026 oldbury murder unsolved investigation crime police shoes evidence westmidlands normansell

Just after midnight in April 2002, Paul Normansell, 45, fell victim to a brutal and senseless attack on Dudley Road in Oldbury. Left with a severe head injury, he later died, but his killer has never been identified. … Read More

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 solihull lichfield assault murder police justice crime hospital charges investigation

A tragic incident unfolded at the Ricco and Loren bar on Market Street in Lichfield, where a serious assault led to the death of one man and injuries to another. Billy Allison, 36, from Solihull, has been charged with murder … Read More

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 assault manslaughter christmas pub tragedy family court midlands crime justice

A 66-year-old grandfather, David Darke, lost his life after being struck by a single punch outside a Midlands pub while attending his work Christmas party. On 21 December, David was celebrating the festive season with … Read More

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 birmingham stabbing crime investigation wanted reward quadbike assault police justice

Nearly a year after a violent attack in Birmingham, the suspect, Jafir Nazir, remains on the run. The incident, which occurred last August on Monica Road, Small Heath, left a man seriously injured after being repeatedly … Read More

Monday, May 25, 2026 birmingham erdington assault baseballbat housemate court suspendedsentence violence crime remorse

In a distressing incident at an Erdington home, Leon Townsend attacked his housemate Sean Kieran with a baseball bat. The courtroom heard Townsend’s remorse as he told Kieran, “I thought we were friends,” highlighting the … Read More

Monday, May 25, 2026 birmingham castlevale johnfreeman police spitting intoxication compensation crime law justice

John Freeman, a 38-year-old man from Birmingham, faced legal consequences after spitting at a police officer during a search in Castle Vale. The incident occurred in an alleyway where Freeman was being searched by law … Read More

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 westmidlands police mostwanted suspects crime appeals publicsafety lawenforcement investigation community

West Midlands Police have recently updated their most wanted list, adding five new suspects sought in connection with several incidents across the region. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and provide any … Read More

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 birmingham driving disqualification hitandrun fatality roadsafety crime safety ban judgment

After years of growing concern over fatal road incidents in Birmingham, a serious ruling has finally been delivered in a tragic case involving Uber Eats driver Harinderpal Athwal. Athwal, 41, struck and killed pedestrian … Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 walsall getaway driver shooting violence stabbing crime jamesgray sentencing court

James Gray, the getaway driver involved in a May 2023 shooting at a family home in Willenhall, Walsall, has been sentenced to nine-and-a-half years in prison, shedding light on a troubled and violent past. Gray, 28, of … Read More

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 sexualassault indecentexposure birmingham court sentencing victimimpact mentalhealth crime publicsafety justice

A woman was forced to leave her job in Birmingham city centre after being sexually assaulted near a well-known landmark. The victim, an office worker, was sitting by the ‘Floozie in the Jacuzzi’ fountain in Victoria Square … Read More

Sunday, May 17, 2026 birmingham pregnancy dispute machete threats crime noise justice court rehabilitation

A pregnant woman in Birmingham caused alarm after pulling a machete on her neighbor amid a noise dispute in their block of flats in Sparkbrook. Misty McGailey, 34, confronted her neighbor Alisha Ellis following ongoing … Read More

Sunday, May 17, 2026 crime birmingham westmidlands safety statistics england community lawenforcement urban security

Recent official crime statistics have highlighted the safety levels across England’s towns and cities, with a surprising revelation about the West Midlands. Contrary to popular belief, this region—including Birmingham—ranks … Read More

Sunday, May 17, 2026 murder walsall bradleynightingale jakemills homicide trial court stabbing crime justice

A tragic case unfolded in Walsall when Bradley Nightingale, 29, fatally stabbed his friend Jake Mills, 34, in the victim’s flat on Cheslyn Hay High Street. Following the murder, Nightingale fled the scene in Mr. Mills’ car … Read More

Saturday, May 16, 2026 westmidlands police prison recall fugitive manhunt publicsafety crime lawenforcement missing

West Midlands Police are urgently seeking the public’s help to locate several individuals who have been recalled to prison but have not yet returned. These men are believed to be at large across the West Midlands and … Read More

Saturday, May 16, 2026 birmingham gunman shooting juvenile crime sentencing violence sellyoak balsallheath cycle

Lamar Anderson, aged 22 and hailing from Selly Oak, Birmingham, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison after being found guilty of shooting a 15-year-old boy in the back. The incident took place in Balsall Heath, leaving … Read More

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 crime policing handsworth sohoroad operationfearless westmidlands anti-social knifecrime theft community

West Midlands Police have initiated a major crackdown on crime in the vibrant Handsworth Triangle and along the bustling Soho Road shopping district. A dedicated team of 20 officers will focus on tackling theft, drug-related … Read More

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 charity theft kingsheath butcher birmingham donations hospital community crime johnstans

On Wednesday, May 6, at approximately 12:50 pm, Johnstans Butchers in Kings Heath experienced an unfortunate incident when a man allegedly stole close to £200 from their charity donation box. The box had been collecting funds … Read More

Monday, May 11, 2026 solihull shopkeeper sword harassment possession youth court magistrates self-defense crime

Daminda Heradh, a 49-year-old shopkeeper from Solihull, has pleaded guilty to possessing a sword in an incident where he chased a youth after allegedly facing persistent harassment. The case was heard at Birmingham … Read More

Sunday, May 10, 2026 birmingham crime convictions sentences violence assault justice court prison april2026

April 2026 saw several high-profile court cases in Birmingham, resulting in serious convictions and prison sentences. Among those jailed was a man convicted of violently pushing a teenager from a tower block, an attack that … Read More

Sunday, May 10, 2026 westmidlands police indecentexposure flashing crime publicsafety investigation community vigilance awareness

West Midlands Police have issued a warning following a sharp rise in flasher incidents across the region. In 2025 alone, authorities recorded 501 cases of indecent exposure, signaling a significant increase compared to … Read More

Sunday, May 10, 2026 birmingham antisocial behaviour crime sutton safety residents neighbourhoods peaceful suttoncoldfield

Birmingham’s most tranquil neighbourhoods, where residents rarely experience crime or antisocial behaviour (ASB), have been identified. These peaceful streets offer a stark contrast to other parts of the city where nuisance … Read More