The Latest Breaking News from West Midlands Police

Birmingham trams stopped after spillage of ‘unknown substance’ at court building

Tram services in Birmingham city centre were halted

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023

Fire crews probing spillage of unknown substance after court building sealed off

Tram services in Birmingham city centre have been halted in both directions after the Bull Street area was cordoned off.

The Independent UK · Mar 28, 2023

Mystery spillage in street sparks emergency operation as fire crew race to scene

Police and fire services in Birmingham were called to the Lord Chancellor's office after the spillage of an 'unknown substance.' The substance has since been identified as not harmful to the public

Daily Mirror · Mar 28, 2023

Police investigating allegations of 'blackmail' with Alison Hammond handing over 'thousands of pounds'

West Midlands Police confirmed today they are taking allegations of blackmail occurring in their area "very seriously" with Alison Hammond supposedly handing a blackmailer 'thousands'.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 25, 2023

Police launch probe after Alison Hammond 'handed thousands' to 'blackmailer'

West Midlands Police confirmed today they are taking allegations of blackmail occurring in their area 'very seriously'.

Daily Record · Mar 25, 2023

Police investigating allegations of blackmail targeted against Alison Hammond

The 48-year-old found fame on Big Brother and is currently a part of the This Morning presenting team.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2023

Alison Hammond 'handed thousands to blackmailer who she believed was a friend', source claims

The 'blackmailer' has reportedly threatened to 'tell lies' which would 'ruin' the presenter's career.

Daily Record · Mar 25, 2023

Alison Hammond distraught after handing 'thousands' over to 'blackmailer'

Television star Alison Hammond is said to have contacted West Midlands Police after becoming the victim of blackmail and has handed thousands of pounds over

Daily Mirror · Mar 25, 2023

Suspect charged after two men set on fire leaving UK mosques

Mohammed Abbkr, 28, is alleged to have violently attacked the men in London and Birmingham.

Al Jazeera · Mar 23, 2023

Man charged with two counts of attempted murder after men set on fire outside mosques

A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after two men were set alight in Birmingham and London after leaving mosques, West Midlands Police have said.

Evening Standard · Mar 23, 2023