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Latest news Further arrest made in Counter Terrorism investigation 24/04/2017 Officers from the West Midlands Counter Terrorism Unit have today (Monday 24 April) arrested a woman in Birmingham on suspicion of terrorism offences. The woman, aged 21, was arrested on suspicion of preparing for terrorism acts. The arrest was pre-planned and there was no risk to the public’s safety. Today’s arrest is part of an on-going investigation by WMCTU in which two people are currently remanded into custody after being charged with terrorism-related offences. Ummariyat Mirza (21) and Zainub Mirsa (23) appeared before Westminst…

Latest news Record numbers are jumping on their saddle for charity 23/04/2017 A record number of cyclists will be getting on their bikes for a charity ride organised by West Midlands Police staff. More than 700 people have signed up for the Wolverhampton to Wales ride this summer which is collecting cash for 14 worthy causes. The event - which is celebrating its 25th anniversary - helped raise £150,000 last year after attracting 650 keen cyclists. Now over 750 have agreed to jump on their saddle this year with organisers hopeful it will collect a record amount for the chosen charities. The annual journey from Wolverhampton to Aberdovey was initially started by …

Latest news Urgent appeal after man dies in Walsall collision 22/04/2017 URGENT APPEAL: Did you see this car in Walsall on Wednesday 19 April? Police have released an image of a Mercedes car that was involved in a collision in Walsall where a man lost his life, in a bid for witnesses to come forward. It is believed that the Mercedes was involved in a theft at a petrol station in Ablewell Street at around 10.50am and drove away from the scene before being involved in a hit-and-run on Lichfield Road near to Rushall Care Home at around 11am. The car struck an 80-year-old man who sadly died in hospital Friday afternoon (21 April). Officers now need people to come fo…

Latest news Coventry hit-and-run driver and girlfriend jailed 21/04/2017 A family of a man killed in a Coventry hit-and-run have said they finally have justice after the driver was jailed for four years today (21 April). Christopher Masterson was mown down by a blue Renault Clio that was travelling the wrong way along Dame Agnes Grove on 30 January. The driver, Daniel Stewart, left the 56-year-old injured in the road and sadly, Mr Masterson’s injuries were so severe he died in hospital later that day. Officers from the regional collision investigation unit searched CCTV and were able to track down the owner of the car to Stewart’s girlfriend Sophie John. But int…

Latest news PC jailed over benefit fraud lies 21/04/2017 A West Midlands Police officer who lied to cover up a £20,000 benefit fraud has been jailed for a year. PC Steven Cook initially denied he was in a relationship with his girlfriend who wrongly claimed housing, income support and council tax benefits over a two-and-a-half year period. An investigation was carried out by Sandwell Council with the support of West Midlands Police and the 38 year-old later admitted perverting the course of justice. He was sentenced to 12 months imprisonment and ordered to pay £750 costs at Wolverhampton Crown Court today (Friday 21 April) The officer - who was based in Birmi…

Latest news Supporters encouraged to enjoy trouble-free derby as Villa host Blues this weekend 21/04/2017 West Midlands Police is encouraging Birmingham City and Aston Villa supporters to enjoy derby day and ensure it remains trouble-free this Sunday (23 April). The game at Villa Park is the second league fixture between the clubs this season. A visible police presence will be in place in and around the ground as part of policing plans to ensure the safety of the public. Match commander Chief Superintendent Dave Sturman said: "The first match of the season between the clubs at St Andrews last October passed without any major disorder and we are hoping that th…

Latest news West Midlands Police duo bring the force’s fascinating history to life 20/04/2017 West Midlands Police is marking the centenary of women in policing with a fascinating new book uncovering the history of women in the force. WMP employees Corinne Brazier and Inspector Steve Rice have spent the last couple of years working on ‘A Fair Cop’ – a book bringing the force’s history to life for future generations. The pair are both volunteers at the West Midlands Police museum as well as holding down police ‘day jobs’. This gave them access to a whole wealth of fascinating stories of the force over years going back to the original creation of the City of Birm…

Latest news Nursery worker guilty of child sexual offences 20/04/2017 A former nursery worker has today (20 April) pleaded guilty to a series of serious sexual offences on children. Jamie Chapman, from Smiths Wood, Solihull admitted to the rape of a teenage boy as well as 21 counts of causing or inciting sexual activity with children. The 28-year-old also pleaded guilty to nine counts of taking, making and distributing indecent photos of children. Chapman was remanded and will be sentenced at Birmingham Crown Court on 22 May. View the full article

Latest news Man arrested following suspected hit and run in Walsall 20/04/2017 A man has been arrested following a suspected hit and run in Walsall that left a pensioner with serious head injuries. The collision happened yesterday morning (19 April) at around 11am in Lichfield Road in Walsall. A man believed to be in his 80s sustained severe head injuries and remains in a serious condition in hospital. Following an appeal for information a man was identified and arrested by officers in the early hours of this morning. The car was also recovered. The man aged 41 is currently being questioned on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing…

Latest news West Midlands Police Misconduct Hearing 19/04/2017 Date: 24-26 April 2017 Time: 10:00hrs Venue: West Midlands Police Headquarters, Lloyd House, Colmore Circus Queensway, Birmingham B4 6NQ (Sat Nav B4 6AT) Officers: PC 4589 Stewart and PC 21891 Jones Standards of Professional Behaviour breached: Authority, Respect and Courtesy Conduct that gave rise to breaches: Gross Misconduct WMP officers attended an address following a report of an assault on two females. During arrest the alleged offender spat at officers and having not been issued with “spit hoods”, officers placed a pillowcase over his head at the scene and escorted him from t…

Latest news Pensioner injured in hit and run - Mercedes sought 19/04/2017 Police are urgently trying to trace a convertible Mercedes that is believed to have been involved in a hit and run collision earlier today. Officers were called to Lichfield Road in Walsall just after 11am this morning (Wednesday 19 April) where an elderly man, believed to be in his 80s, sustained severe head injuries and was air-lifted to hospital. Detective Sergeant Paul Hughes from the regional collision investigation unit: “The car has been described by witnesses as a light coloured, convertible Mercedes displaying reg number MJ52 0VM. “Due to the impact we believe the car will have s…

Latest news Armed robber who targeted taxi drivers is locked up 18/04/2017 A knife-wielding robber who terrorised taxi drivers in Birmingham has been locked up for 10 years - after being tracked down by West Midlands Police. Mohammed Abdurahman booked cabs under false names before ambushing drivers alongside accomplices - some armed with weapons - as they demanded cash and personal belongings. On two occasions drivers were forced into the back seat of their own vehicles as they were assaulted and driven away as part of the terrifying ordeals. The 19 year-old was behind three robberies in Bartley Green between October and December last year. The first saw him a…

Latest news Cop Swap ‘Golden Ticket’ winners enjoy police fun day 16/04/2017 Birmingham schoolchildren enjoyed a fun-packed police day after landing coveted ‘Golden Tickets’ in West Midlands Police’s Cop Swaps game. Around 6,000 eight to 11-year-olds took part in Cop Swaps which challenged them to collect a full house of cards caricaturing Perry Barr’s neighbourhood police officers. Each one featured Top Trumps inspired ratings for officers − including marks for Rank, ‘Police Power’ and Speed − plus a safety, respect or anti-violence message that youngsters had to relay to local bobbies in order to win the card. Every pupil completing their card collection was …

Latest news Tributes paid to Walsall crash victim 15/04/2017 Tributes have been paid to a ’loving father and brother’ who died following a car crash in Walsall. Kyle Bullock was a passenger in an MG Rover which was in collision with a van in Bloxwich last Sunday (9 April). The 21 year-old from Walsall was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash at the junction of Fryers Road and Leamore Lane. In a statement his family said: "Kyle was a loving brother, nephew and a father who we will all miss so much. "None of the family can come to terms with this tragic loss. He is now back with his mom who he never got over losing." The 28 year-old car driver was arrested…

Latest news Heartless thieves swipe pensioner’s wedding album and late wife’s ring 15/04/2017 Police have launched an urgent plea for information after thieves targeted an 80-year-old man in a distraction burglary in Streetly. The callous thieves stole thousands of pounds in cash and stooped so low as to steal a wedding ring belonging to victim Colin Bennett's late wife plus the couple’s wedding album. The cherished photo album contained one-off pictures and memories of the day he married his wife who passed away last year aged 85. Picture Credit: Sutton Coldfield Observer It’s understood the victim opened the door in Queslett Road East to a man described to …