Crime and Safety

Crime and Safety

Face covering ban in city centre during conference protests

People hiding their identity could be arrested between 10am and 8pm on Sunday.

4 October 2026 · Source: Greatest Hits Radio

Crime and Safety

Stop and search gap widens for Black residents

Black people are now 3.5 times more likely to be stopped and searched than white people.

3 October 2026 · Source: Hits Radio

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Two gunmen guilty of trying to kill four in Sutton Coldfield

One man was left paralysed after the shooting on the Falcon Lodge estate in January.

2 October 2026 · Source: Hits Radio

Crime and Safety

Scott Green confirmed as the force's new Chief Constable

The acting chief since January becomes the tenth chief constable of the country's second largest force.

1 October 2026 · Source: Hits Radio

Crime and Safety

Call 159: the number that stops bank scams

The short number connects you safely to your own bank if a call feels wrong.

28 September 2026 · Source: Stop Scams UK

Crime and Safety

999, 101 or online: how to report a crime

Which number to call, how to stay anonymous and where to report fraud and scams.

28 September 2026 · Source: Police.uk

Crime and Safety

Hate Crime Awareness Week returns in October

The week runs from 10 to 17 October, with advice on how to report hate crime.

28 September 2026 · Source: 17-24-30 National Hate Crime Awareness Week

Crime and Safety

What the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee means for you

Every area should have named, contactable officers and a say in local priorities.

28 September 2026 · Source: GOV.UK

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Man charged with modern slavery offences after extradition

A 33-year-old man faces 11 charges, and here is how to spot the signs of exploitation.

28 September 2026 · Source: BirminghamWorld

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Beware energy scams as the price cap changes

Fraudsters use news about bills to send fake refund offers and texts.

27 September 2026 · Source: Ofgem