Veteran Addicted to 30 Painkillers Daily After Afghanistan
Wayne Bass, a former soldier, became addicted to tramadol after contracting Q fever in Afghanistan, taking up to 30 pills daily. He says NHS support is worse than for heroin addicts.
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Three Officers Probed Over Dad's Fatal Police Shooting
Three police officers face investigation over the fatal shooting of Marcus Meade in Redditch, as his family demands answers after a year-long wait.
Police Officers Investigated After Christmas Eve Fatal Shooting
Three officers are under investigation for potential misconduct following the fatal shooting of Marcus Meade, 39, during a five-hour standoff in Redditch.
Teacher Banned for Taking £20k Cannabis Delivery
A PE teacher who agreed to accept a £20,000 cannabis delivery for a drug dealer has been prohibited from teaching until 2032 after a misconduct hearing.
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Smiggle Launches 70% Closing Down Sale in Redditch
Popular stationery retailer Smiggle is offering discounts of up to 70% at its Redditch store, which closes tomorrow, amid wider retail struggles across the UK high street.
Rogue Trader Jailed for Scamming Vulnerable Victims Out of £120k
Daniel Footman, a serial rogue trader, has been sentenced to five-and-a-half years in prison for defrauding 31 vulnerable customers and tradespeople, leaving a trail of heartbreak and financial ruin across Worcestershire.
Smiggle Shuts Redditch Store in Major High Street Closure
Popular kids' stationery retailer Smiggle is closing its Redditch branch on February 22 with a 70% closing down sale. This follows a series of UK store closures, reflecting a wider retail crisis.
Family terrified after VW ID.5 'loses control' twice
A father vows never to drive an EV again after his Volkswagen ID.5 allegedly veered out of control on a motorway twice. He fears a fatal repeat of a similar high-profile case.
PCSO 'Super Recogniser' Spots 3,000th Suspect
West Midlands PCSO Andy Pope, a 'super recogniser' with a photographic memory for faces, has identified his 3,000th suspect. Discover how his unique skill helps keep public transport safe.
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PCSO Andy Pope: The 'Super Recogniser' with 3,000 IDs
West Midlands PCSO Andy Pope, a 'super recogniser', has identified over 3,000 suspects. Discover how his unique skill helps police and his target for 2026.
Fan wins £100k on 500-1 bet for spotting England star aged two
A cricket fan's incredible foresight pays off as he collects £100,000 from a 500-1 bet placed on a two-year-old Josh Tongue to play for England. Read the full story here.
Manhunt after prisoner wrongly freed from HMP Hewell
West Mercia Police launch urgent manhunt for Callum Thomas, 22, mistakenly released from HMP Hewell while awaiting trial. Public urged not to approach.
Pensioner jailed for life for neighbour's hammer murder
David King, 72, has been sentenced to life with a minimum of 17 years for the brutal murder of his neighbour, 58-year-old Ian Kirwan, in a vicious hammer and knife attack in Redditch. The shocking crime was captured on the victim's own doorbell camera.
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