Westmidlands

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 domesticabuse football worldcup england lawyer violence abuse westmidlands support statistics sport

Karen Gray, a domestic abuse lawyer based in Brierley Hill, West Midlands, has raised concerns about the link between major football events and increased domestic abuse cases. Representing Higgs LLP, Gray emphasized that … 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 wmca scrutiny westmidlands mayor transparency accountability transport budget governance councillors

Calls for stronger accountability and critical scrutiny of major projects in the West Midlands have sparked debate following the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) Board’s decision to reform its oversight structures. The … Read More

Sunday, June 14, 2026 birmingham crime violence safety lozells handsworth aston southyardley westmidlands statistics

A recent analysis of West Midlands Police data has identified the most dangerous neighborhoods in Birmingham, exposing areas with the highest rates of violent and sexual crimes over the last 12 months. This detailed breakdown … 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 fugitive immigration birmingham ukpolice crimestoppers romania warrant dover westmidlands humberside

Police continue their search for Marian Cosmin Vaduva, a Romanian national wanted for illegal immigration offences, more than a year after an arrest warrant was issued. The 27-year-old has evaded capture since the warrant was … 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 midlands crime safety shropshire westmidlands southstaffordshire violentcrime towns villages community

The West Midlands is often viewed as a high-crime region, known for frequent reports of serious offences like stabbings, robberies, and assaults. Yet, this reputation doesn’t tell the whole story. Just beyond the bustling … Read More

Sunday, June 7, 2026 westmidlands crowncourt backlog justice postcodelottery criminalcases legalsystem courtdelays fairness timelyjustice

The backlog at the West Midlands Crown Court has escalated dramatically, soaring by 88%, highlighting a deepening crisis in the region’s criminal justice system. This surge has intensified concerns over the so-called … 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 …

Saturday, June 6, 2026 birmingham anishachakraborty roadcollision gofundme fundraiser westmidlands trafficaccident duddeston repatriation policeappeal

A crowdfunding campaign set up for Anisha Chakraborty, a 28-year-old student from India who tragically died after being hit by a car in Birmingham, has raised over £20,000 to support her family. Anisha suffered fatal injuries … Read More

Saturday, June 6, 2026 ofsted birmingham westmidlands education schools inspection standards primary secondary achievement

Ofsted has recently completed inspections across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands region, awarding a number of schools with the distinguished ‘strong standard’ rating. This recognition highlights the … 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

Thursday, June 4, 2026 midlands heatwave westmidlands temperature ukweather metoffice june forecast summer weather

The Midlands is gearing up for another heatwave, with temperatures forecast to hit 30C and even peak at 32C by mid-June. However, not all towns in the region will feel the summer sizzle. Latest weather maps show that many … Read More

Thursday, June 4, 2026 bus depot birmingham electric transport franchising westmidlands infrastructure publictransport sustainability sport

Transport for West Midlands has submitted plans for a cutting-edge Electric Vehicle (EV) bus depot in the Birmingham suburb of Kitts Green, marking a significant step in a transformative overhaul of the region’s bus network. … Read More

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 pride britain westmidlands heroes awards nominations community courage kindness inspiration

Residents of Birmingham and the wider West Midlands are being encouraged to nominate the everyday heroes in their communities for the prestigious Pride of Britain Awards 2026. From the heart of the Black Country to Coventry … Read More

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 westmidlands victims vawg sexualviolence justice court advocate crime onlinesafety rape

Natalie Queiroz, a leading victims advocate in the West Midlands, has voiced serious concerns about women’s safety and their willingness to report violent crimes against them. Despite official reports showing a 16.2% decrease … Read More

Monday, June 1, 2026 midlands villages westmidlands southstaffordshire affluence deprivation birmingham housing community schools

The leafy villages of the West Midlands stand out as some of the most prosperous and desirable places to live in the region. These tranquil communities boast a standard of living well above the regional average, providing a … Read More

Monday, June 1, 2026 westmidlands shoplifting businesscrime retail crimeincrease security offences theft lawenforcement prevention

The West Midlands has experienced a significant uptick in business-related crime, with total offences reaching 55,271 in the year ending March 2026. This represents a 2.6% increase compared to the previous year. Most notably, … 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

Sunday, May 31, 2026 kinver westmidlands tourism village heritage independentshops highstreet rockhouses staffordshire localbusiness

Tucked away in the Staffordshire countryside, the quaint village of Kinver is a treasure trove of heritage, community spirit, and independent businesses. While visitors flock to Kinver Edge for its spectacular views and the … 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