Author Archives: Staff Reporter
Drunk driver Thomas O’Brien Wood jailed for killing passenger in crash caused by driving wrong way on M42
A drink-driver has been jailed for killing his passenger in a crash, after driving the wrong way on a motorway into oncoming traffic. Thomas O'Brien-Wood had "failed to stop for…
Three men found guilty after fatal stabbing of Hazim Al-Bajouri in Hockley, Birmingham
A man has been found guilty of manslaughter after a father-of-three was fatally stabbed in Hockley last year. Hazim Al-Bajouri, 43, died after being stabbed in the chest by Cyle…
Actor Carl Weathers, best known for starring in Rocky and Predator, dies aged 76
Carl Weathers, the actor famous for playing Apollo Creed in the 'Rocky' films, has died aged 76. In a statement announcing the news, his family said: "We are deeply saddened…
Police arrest three men over kidnap, false imprisonment, assault and robbery charges
Three men have been charged with offences including kidnap and robbery after police carried out warrants in Walsall and Smethwick by West Midlands Police. Mohammed Jamil, 39, Idris Ahmed, 26…
Two teenagers charged following “extreme violence” during Solihull robbery attack
Police have charged two teenagers with wounding and robbery after two other teenagers were attacked in Solihull. The attacks took place in September and December 2023, as well as last month, say…
Birmingham man who planned to rape children of woman he met online jailed for 15 years
A Birmingham man who had planned to rape the children of a woman he was messaging online has been jailed for 15 years. Christopher Brand was sentenced at the city’s Crown Court…
Two men charged with serious assault and aggravated burglary in Birmingham Perry Barr
West Midlands Police have charged two men with serious assault and aggravated burglary following police warrants that carried out in Birmingham earlier this week. Javid Ahmadzai, 41, and Hajam Ahmadzai,…
Perry Barr Household Recycling Centre reopens to public following service upgrades
Perry Barr’s upgraded recycling centre has reopened to residents, Birmingham City Council has announced. The Household Recycling Centre (HRC), which is operated by Veolia, closed in August 2021. Subsequently, a raft…
Police seize suspected stolen vehicles and illegal vapes in Coventry crime operation
Cops in Coventry have seized suspected stolen vehicles, illegal vapes and cigarettes in an operation targeting local crime in the city. Officers in Coventry were out in the North East…
Cadbury World announces new immersive ride for popular Birmingham attraction
A sweet treat is in store for Cadbury World visitors this year as the popular Birmingham attraction has announced a brand new ride set to launch in spring. Cadbury Chocolate Quest…