https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/tags/wheeliebin/Recent content in wheeliebin on Birmingham DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usThu, 16 Jul 2026 04:47:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/freddy-krueger-arsonist-jailed-for-life-after-wheelie-bin-fire-kills-pensioner/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:47:00 +0000https://birminghamdaily.co.uk/freddy-krueger-arsonist-jailed-for-life-after-wheelie-bin-fire-kills-pensioner/Andrew Gorrell has been sentenced to life in prison after causing a deadly fire that claimed the life of 82-year-old John Edwards. The blaze began when Gorrell set a wheelie bin on fire, which quickly spread to Edwards’ family home in Wednesbury, located in the Black Country area. The fire tragically led to Edwards’ death, prompting a murder charge against Gorrell. Known as the ‘Freddy Krueger’ arsonist due to his malicious intent and disregard for human life, Gorrell’s actions have left a lasting impact on the local community.