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Sunday, June 21, 2026 westmidlands police puppies belgianmalinois worldcup england k9 training crimefighting fostering

West Midlands Police have welcomed a new litter of Belgian Malinois puppies, proudly named after stars of England’s World Cup squad. The eight adorable pups, just four-and-a-half weeks old, bear the names Jude, Nico, Morgan, … Read More

Friday, June 19, 2026 wolverhampton fraud perjury police court driving distress identity sentencing ai

A Wolverhampton man endured significant distress and fear after a total stranger used his address during a traffic stop, prompting concerns of a potential police raid on his home, a court heard. The man, who was not involved … Read More

Thursday, June 18, 2026 birmingham taxi unlicensed driver police court corporationstreet passengersafety legal transportation sport

Mohammed Ramzan, 38, from Handsworth, Birmingham, was caught operating as an unlicensed taxi driver in the city centre. The incident occurred on Corporation Street, where passengers became suspicious and reported their … Read More

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 birmingham assault burglary robbery elderly attack bournville police investigation victim

A 94-year-old grandfather from Birmingham was left shaken and injured after a terrifying attack in his own home. The assault occurred on Monday, June 8, at around 2:30 pm at his residence on Griffins Brook Road in Bournville. … Read More

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 westmidlands birmingham driving justice prison police perverting license fraud crime

A Crown Court judge has clarified why he chose not to impose a driving ban on Adam Rybicki, a 60-year-old motorist who repeatedly deceived West Midlands Police to evade prosecution. Rybicki was stopped by officers on two … Read More

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 tiktok crime children westmidlands violence sexualassault cybersafety socialmedia police under13

New data exposes a troubling rise in TikTok-related crimes targeting children in the West Midlands, prompting urgent warnings for parents and guardians to remain alert. Between 2023 and 2025, West Midlands Police recorded … Read More

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 perverting justice traffic driving falseidentity police distress sentencing wolverhampton birmingham

A West Midlands driver has been sentenced to 20 months in prison after repeatedly providing false names and addresses to police during traffic stops, causing significant distress to an innocent man. Adam Rybicki, 60, was … Read More

Monday, June 15, 2026 driving insurance court fine learner perrybarr police brother vehicle penalty

A 23-year-old man from Perry Barr was fined nearly £400 after attempting to teach his 15-year-old brother to drive on a public road without insurance. Police stopped a white BMW on Gavin Way, Perry Barr, and found the … Read More

Sunday, June 14, 2026 gelblaster suttoncoldfield assault police pedestrian renaultkangoo westmidlands crime publicsafety investigation

A 21-year-old man was shot multiple times with a gel blaster gun while walking near the junction of Manor Road and Brassington Avenue in Sutton Coldfield, just metres away from a busy town centre roundabout, on Monday, June … Read More

Saturday, June 13, 2026 solihull police station demolition community policing westmidlands council redevelopment commissioner

West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster has pledged that Solihull town centre will continue to have a dedicated police station despite plans to demolish the existing Homer Road facility. The current station, … Read More

Saturday, June 13, 2026 bigcat westmidlands binleywoods wildlife sightings coventry police phantomcat investigation safety

Residents of Binley Woods in the West Midlands have reported sightings of a large, mysterious feline roaming local woods. Witnesses described the animal as a “big cat,” sparking curiosity and concern across the community. … Read More

Friday, June 12, 2026 birmingham cannabis possession fine law police crime justice court drug

Arraz Mzori was fined £100 and ordered to pay a £40 victim surcharge along with £85 in prosecution costs at Birmingham Magistrates' Court. The penalties followed his admission to possessing cannabis after police officers were …

Thursday, June 11, 2026 assault robbery domesticabuse theft lichfield newcastleunderlyme harassment sentencing police court

Sam Newbrook, 25, from Newcastle-under-Lyme, has been sentenced to four years and two months in prison after assaulting his ex-girlfriend and stealing her car near Lichfield. In September of last year, Newbrook confronted his … Read More

Monday, June 8, 2026 birmingham violence police licensing disorder nightclub johnbrightstreet westmidlands investigation closure

A major disturbance erupted outside the King of Clubs in Birmingham city centre when more than 100 individuals armed themselves with glass bottles and other items, hurling them at police officers. The incident occurred on … Read More

Sunday, June 7, 2026 fraud crime westmidlands police hussain ullah investigation charges court finance

Syed Hussain, a former superintendent with West Midlands Police, along with Farah Ullah of Peterborough, has been formally charged in connection with an alleged £720,000 fraud. The charges mark a significant development in an …

Friday, June 5, 2026 disqualified driver police birmingham bmw evasion arrest magistratescourt chase vehicle

Luke Raybould, a disqualified driver from Birmingham, made a failed attempt to escape police pursuit by hiding in the back seat of a BMW he had borrowed from a friend. According to details presented at Birmingham Magistrates' … Read More

Friday, June 5, 2026 birmingham westmidlands police mostwanted sayedhersi fugitive crime investigation lawenforcement suspect

Sayed Hersi has managed to evade capture for more than six years, making him the longest-standing suspect on the West Midlands Police’s most wanted list. The relentless search for Hersi has kept authorities vigilant, yet his … Read More

Friday, June 5, 2026 birmingham yardley danielbyrne assault police mostwanted escape justice investigation crime

A Birmingham man, Daniel Byrne, has been on the run for more than three years after failing to appear in court for a serious assault charge. Byrne, from Yardley, disappeared shortly after being charged, and his whereabouts … Read More

Monday, June 1, 2026 birmingham drivingban court police bmw mentalhealth disqualified evade sentencing offense

A Birmingham man made a regrettable decision when he borrowed a friend’s BMW to visit his girlfriend, only to end up stuck between the car seats while trying to evade police officers, a court heard. Luke Raybould, 27, of … Read More

Sunday, May 31, 2026 westmidlands police emergencycalls 999 101service callresponse publicsafety recruitment technology performance

West Midlands Police has made significant strides in reducing the time it takes to answer emergency 999 calls, reflecting a strong commitment to improving public safety and service. A recent report presented to the West … Read More

Saturday, May 30, 2026 westmidlands police mostwanted crime theft drugs knife suspects publicappeal arrest

West Midlands Police have updated their most wanted list with new faces, appealing to the public for assistance in locating these individuals. The added suspects face serious allegations including possessing a knife, … Read More

Saturday, May 30, 2026 bmw drinkdriving hagleyroad swerving ban dylankooner police roadsafety offense disqualification

Dylan Kooner faced a drink driving ban after being observed swerving dangerously between lanes in his BMW along Hagley Road. The incident occurred in the early hours, prompting police to stop him. Subsequent breath tests …

Saturday, May 30, 2026 fraud scam holiday booking caravan villa travel police security fraudsters

Holidaymakers are being targeted by criminals employing new scams, including fake caravan rentals and unrealistically cheap villa deals, warns West Mercia Police. As more people book holidays online, fraudsters are quick to … Read More

Thursday, May 28, 2026 tragedy watersafety heatwave thames teenager drowning oxford community police warning

Baltazar L’Quy, a 14-year-old boy, tragically lost his life after encountering difficulties in the River Thames near Donnington Bridge in Oxford. His body was recovered Wednesday evening, marking the 11th water-related … Read More