IOPC Launches Investigation into Fatal Police Collision in Acocks Green
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an independent investigation into a fatal road traffic collision involving a West Midlands Police vehicle in Acocks Green, Birmingham. IOPC Director Derrick Campbell said: “Our sympathies and thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died and all those affected by this […]
Pair Jailed for Imprisonment and Torture of Two Women in Birmingham
A man and a woman have been jailed after subjecting two women to shocking abuse and torture in a harrowing case described by police as “truly horrific.” Detectives later uncovered a second victim who suffered a separate but equally disturbing five-hour ordeal at the hands of both Coley and Khan. During the attack, […]
Tragedy as Man Dies in Acocks Green After Being Hit by Police Car Responding to 999 Call
A man has tragically died after being struck by a police car responding to an emergency call in Birmingham. The force has said the man’s family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers. A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “A man has sadly died after a collision involving a police […]
Investigation Launched into Suspected Arson at Birmingham City Centre Bar
Police have launched an investigation into a suspected arson attack at a popular Birmingham city centre bar in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Fire crews were called to the Coyote Ugly bar on Broad Street shortly before 4:00am GMT following reports of a blaze outside the premises. A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: […]
Man Stabbed in Sparkbrook as Police Launch Appeal for Information
Police have launched an appeal for information after a man was stabbed in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, on Monday evening. West Midlands Police said officers were called to the scene just before 6pm following reports of a stabbing at the junction of Grantham Road and Palmerston Road. “We’re appealing for anyone who saw what happened, or who […]
Dudley Man Jailed for 11 Years Over Online Child Sexual Abuse Crimes
A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after being convicted of multiple online child sexual abuse offences following a complex investigation by West Midlands Police. Joshua Smith, of Dudley, appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court last week where he was handed the lengthy prison term after pleading guilty to a series of […]
Boy, 15, in Serious Condition After Stabbing in Great Barr
A 15-year-old boy is in hospital with serious injuries after being stabbed in an incident in Great Barr, Birmingham. Emergency services were called to Turnberry Park, just off Turnberry Road, shortly after 4pm on Monday (March 17) following reports of a stabbing. A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We are in the early stages […]
West Bromwich Dog Attack: Injured Man Critical as Police Confirm XL Bully Involved
A man in his 20s remains in hospital after suffering serious injuries in a dog attack involving an XL Bully, West Midlands Police have confirmed. Emergency services were called to Ripon Drive, West Bromwich, on Friday afternoon following reports of a vicious dog attack in the back garden of a residential property. Two other dogs […]
Man Charged with Murder Following Fatal Stabbing in Coventry
A man has been charged with murder and attempted murder following a fatal double stabbing in Newcombe Road, Coventry, which tragically claimed the life of 50-year-old Anthony Wilson. West Midlands Police confirmed that officers were called to an address just before 2:00pm on Saturday (15 March) after reports of a serious incident involving two men […]
Wolverhampton Shooting: 21-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder
Ethan Edwards, a 21-year-old local, faces charges of attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent following a shooting on Westbourne Road on December 18, 2024. Appearing at Wolverhampton Magistrates’ Court on March 14, Edwards is set for trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court on April 11. A second 21-year-old has also been charged, though […]
Police Launch CCTV Probe After ‘Armed and Masked Gang’ Seen Chasing Students in Kings Norton
Police have launched a CCTV investigation following alarming reports of an armed and masked group chasing terrified students outside a school in Kings Norton, Birmingham earlier this week. The incident took place on Shannon Road at approximately 3:40pm on Monday, March 10, prompting a swift response from West Midlands Police. Students Fleeing in Fear According […]
Man Stabbed in Birmingham City Centre: Two Arrested
A man has been seriously injured following a stabbing in Birmingham city centre during the early hours of this morning. West Midlands Police were called to reports of disorder on Exeter Street, just after 3am today (Saturday, March 16). Officers arrived at the scene to find a man in his 20s with stab wounds. Anyone […]
Woman Seriously Injured in Shocking Lye Robbery
A robbery in Lye has left a community in shock after a woman sustained life-changing injuries in a violent attack. The incident occurred at around 6:05 PM on Sunday, 23 February 2025, along Belmont Road in Lye. A woman and a man, both in their 30s, were walking when they were suddenly set upon by […]
Man Killed and Another Seriously Injured in Coventry Stabbing
A man has died and another has been left with serious injuries following a stabbing in Coventry this afternoon. Police were called to Newcombe Road at around 2:00pm today, where officers discovered two men with stab wounds. Tragically, one man was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other sustained potentially life-changing injuries and has […]
Man Seriously Injured in West Bromwich Dog Attack
A man has been left with serious injuries following a dog attack in West Bromwich this afternoon. West Midlands Police confirmed they were called to an address on Ripon Drive at approximately 4:40pm after reports of a man being attacked in a garden at the rear of the property. Emergency services, including ambulance crews, provided […]
Police Appeal After Woman Injured in Disorder at Birmingham Bar
West Midlands Police have launched an appeal to identify several men after a woman was seriously injured during a disturbance at a Birmingham city centre bar. A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We’d like to speak to these men after a woman was hurt during disorder at Missing Bar. The victim was assaulted […]
Police Issue Update After Body Found in Bell Hill, Northfield
West Midlands Police have issued an update following a large emergency service presence in the Bell Hill area of Northfield on Monday evening (March 10). Officers were called to the scene at around 9.20pm, where the body of a man was discovered in nearby woodland. In a statement released today, police confirmed that the man’s […]
Teenager Stabbed at Birmingham Bus Stop – Police Appeal for Witnesses and CCTV Footage
A 17-year-old boy was stabbed while waiting at a bus stop in Birmingham, prompting an urgent appeal from West Midlands Police for information to help identify those responsible. The victim sustained serious injuries, requiring hospital treatment. Thankfully, his wounds are not believed to be life-threatening, and he is now recovering. Police Issue Appeal and […]
