A police officer died in the hospital after getting hit by a car while walking to work. It’s a very sad thing that happened.
Sgt Paul Frear got really hurt when he was hit by a vehicle in Smethwick, West Midlands, on Thursday morning.
Emergency services quickly went to Tollhouse Way, which is close to Smethwick Rolfe Street railway station, after something happened.
The 45-year-old man who was a father to two children passed away in the hospital on Friday while being comforted by his family, according to the police.
Sgt Frear was praised for being a hero because he saved the lives of two people who were stabbed outside a nightclub in Wolverhampton. He received the chief constable’s award in 2017 for his actions.
The West Midlands Police said that both victims of the attack are alive because he quickly provided emergency first aid.
Sgt Frear has been honored by his colleagues, who say he spent his whole career focusing on the people and organizations in Wolverhampton.
He worked for 21 years as a police officer. He joined West Midlands Police in August 2002 and spent the last five years working in the Low Hill, Bushbury, and Fallings Park neighborhoods.
The head of the police, Craig Guildford, said that they are giving as much help as possible to the wife, children, and other family members during this terrible time.
We understand that this will greatly impact those who knew him, worked with him, and the entire police community.
As a way to show respect, we will be flying the Force flags halfway down the flagpole.
The Police and crime commissioner for the West Midlands, Simon Foster, said that Sergeant Paul Frear dedicated his career to helping the people of the West Midlands.
He was a committed and well-liked member of the police force for 21 years.
I and everyone in my office are thinking about his family, especially his wife and children.
I am aware that the West Midlands Police will give them all the help they require.
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Police officer killed by car while walking to work in Smethwick
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Pedestrian and biker die in separate collisions; man detained
The police have apprehended a man due to suspicions of his involvement in a potential homicide. This happened after two separate accidents involving cars in Coventry, where two people died.
Today, West Midlands Police announced that they captured and took into custody a 33-year-old person on Sunday morning.
A person who was walking on the street got hit by a car and died. This happened near Gosford Street in the city at around 8 am. Another person also got hurt, but their injuries are not life-threatening.
Shortly after, a 47-year-old person who was riding a bike died after being involved in a crash on Woodway Lane.
Officials stated that the person who caused the accident on Beckbury Road and was arrested has also been admitted for treatment under the Mental Health Act.
Barry Dean, a 76-year-old man who used to work in construction and is now retired, lives at the place where the man was arrested. He explained that a part of his house got badly damaged and needs to be rebuilt.
This means there are some cracks on the front door of Mr. Dean’s
He remembered that a black Mercedes car made a very loud noise when it hit and crashed into the property.
He said: ‘I was just sitting in the room, watching football on TV, and suddenly at eight o’clock, there was a loud noise. ‘
Since the front door was locked, I had to go and get my keys. I opened the door in the front of the house, stepped outside and found that the driver had already left and ran away.
The police arrived. They flew a small robot in the air. At the same time, there was a big flying machine and dogs used by the police.
Mr Dean said that he thought the man was caught outside a nearby apartment building.
West Midlands Police have shared sad news about the deaths of some people and informed that someone has been arrested. They express their condolences to the families and friends of the deceased and assure them that they will provide support during this difficult time.
‘We are not searching for anyone else related to what happened, and based on the information we have, it is not considered a terrorist incident. ‘ -
Man charged with attempted murder after two fire assaults in a mosques in England
A man has been accused with trying to kill two elderly men who were set on fire after leaving mosques in the English cities of Birmingham and London.
In separate occurrences in Birmingham on Monday and Ealing, west London, on February 27, Mohammed Abbkar, 28, is said to have sprayed a liquid on the men before setting it ablaze.
Abbkr, a resident of Edgbaston in Birmingham, central England, made an appearance in court on Thursday morning, according to a statement from the West Midlands police. According to PA Media, he made no attempt to enter a plea to any charge and was therefore remanded in detention.
The man who was attacked in Birmingham on Monday was taken to hospital with serious injuries, which are not thought to be life-threatening.
“It’s believed the man, who was walking home from Dudley Road mosque, was approached by a man who spoke to him briefly before spraying him with an unknown substance and then his jacket was set alight, causing burns to his face,” West Midlands police said.
Locals in the area are being asked by police to hand over CCTV, doorbell footage or other video that could help the investigation.
Last month, an 82-year-old man suffered severe burns to his face and arms after he was attacked near an Islamic center in Ealing.
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More than 20 were found guilty in a child sex abuse probe
A total of 21 people have been found guilty of their roles in one of the biggest child sex abuse cases to be investigated by West Midlands Police.
Seven victims, aged up to 12 years old, were abused over almost a decade in the Walsall and Wolverhampton areas.
The offences first came to light after one of the victims was admitted to hospital with a suspicious injury, with doctors making a safeguarding referral, West Midlands Police said.
After several trials, the last of which concluded this month, 13 people have now been jailed with four others due to be sentenced.
Police comment after 21 people convicted of child sex offences
Jail terms imposed ranged from 28 months to life, while four of those convicted received non-custodial terms.
Detective Chief Superintendent Paul Drover, of West Midlands Police, said a large team of officers investigated over more than half a decade, uncovering what he called ‘systematic abuse that has to be some of the most shocking I have seen in my career’.
‘Our investigation turned into one of the biggest investigations in the West Midlands into child sexual abuse,’ he added.
Mr Drover said: ‘Seventy interviews were conducted and we heard high numbers of disclosures made by the children involved.
‘We had specialist support from the National Crime Agency detectives, specialists in disclosure and exhibits, plus all the support from colleagues at the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), local authority social care, children’s mental health services and health services.’
He added that a report into what had taken place and understanding how it happened as well as any ‘lessons to be learned’ was being co-ordinated by Walsall Safeguarding Children’s Board, and was expected to be published in due course.
‘They are looking at what occurred, and over how long,’ Mr Drover said.
The trial process was delayed by the impact of the Covid pandemic, added the senior police officer.
Mr Drover praised the victims, some of whom are now adults, for coming forward, allowing the perpetrators to be brought to justice, saying they had suffered ‘shocking and abhorrent’ abuse.
‘They have been through a significant amount of trauma,’ he said, adding ‘it has had a significant and ongoing impact on their physical and mental wellbeing’.
‘To get the confidence to come forward and talk to care professionals, to police is huge,’ he said.
‘I am genuinely thankful, and also to the juries involved in this.
‘The safeguarding of children is at the forefront of police, of health (workers), of school teachers, this to me is a perfect example of how we work together to bring a significant case to the stage where… (offenders) will be found guilty of significant offences and receive up to life terms in prison.
‘This is an ask from me, for those subject to sexual harm to have the confidence to come forward, talk to teachers, nurses and doctors, police officers, tell us what is going on.
‘We spent several years on this investigation, and we continued to run this until we got to the conclusion we have seen.
‘So I am hoping this gives some confidence (to those victims) out there to come forward to talk to professionals.’
Joanne Jakymec, CPS chief crown prosecutor, said: ‘The offenders in this case perpetrated the most appalling catalogue of sexual abuse of the utmost gravity, causing the victims physical harm and extreme psychological harm.
‘With the exception of one of the offenders who admitted what they had done, none of the rest have shown the slightest remorse.’
She praised the ‘bravery’ of victims and witnesses, adding ‘without their support it would not have been possible for the prosecution team to convict this large network of child abusers’.
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At least 20 found guilty in a significant child sex abuse probe
In one of the largest child sex abuse investigations by West Midlands Police, a total of 21 people have been convicted guilty of their roles in the crimes.
During the course of almost ten years, seven victims, who ranged in age from six to twelve, were assaulted in Walsall and Wolverhampton.
According to West Midlands Police, the crimes were initially discovered after one of the victims was taken to the hospital with a questionable injury and the physicians made a recommendation for safeguarding.
After several trials, the last of which concluded this month, 13 people have now been jailed with four others due to be sentenced.
Jail terms imposed ranged from 28 months to life, while four of those convicted received non-custodial terms.
Detective Chief Superintendent Paul Drover, of West Midlands Police, said a large team of officers investigated over more than half a decade, uncovering what he called ‘systematic abuse that has to be some of the most shocking I have seen in my career’.
‘Our investigation turned into one of the biggest investigations in the West Midlands into child sexual abuse,’ he added.
Mr Drover said: ‘Seventy interviews were conducted and we heard high numbers of disclosures made by the children involved.
‘We had specialist support from the National Crime Agency detectives, specialists in disclosure and exhibits, plus all the support from colleagues at the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), local authority social care, children’s mental health services and health services.’
He added that a report into what had taken place and understanding how it happened as well as any ‘lessons to be learned’ was being co-ordinated by Walsall Safeguarding Children’s Board, and was expected to be published in due course.
‘They are looking at what occurred, and over how long,’ Mr Drover said.
The trial process was delayed by the impact of the Covid pandemic, added the senior police officer.
Mr Drover praised the victims, some of whom are now adults, for coming forward, allowing the perpetrators to be brought to justice, saying they had suffered ‘shocking and abhorrent’ abuse.
‘They have been through a significant amount of trauma,’ he said, adding ‘it has had a significant and ongoing impact on their physical and mental wellbeing’.
‘To get the confidence to come forward and talk to care professionals, to police is huge,’ he said.
‘I am genuinely thankful, and also to the juries involved in this.
‘The safeguarding of children is at the forefront of police, of health (workers), of school teachers, this to me is a perfect example of how we work together to bring a significant case to the stage where… (offenders) will be found guilty of significant offences and receive up to life terms in prison.
‘This is an ask from me, for those subject to sexual harm to have the confidence to come forward, talk to teachers, nurses and doctors, police officers, tell us what is going on.
‘We spent several years on this investigation, and we continued to run this until we got to the conclusion we have seen.
‘So I am hoping this gives some confidence (to those victims) out there to come forward to talk to professionals.’
Joanne Jakymec, CPS chief crown prosecutor, said: ‘The offenders in this case perpetrated the most appalling catalogue of sexual abuse of the utmost gravity, causing the victims physical harm and extreme psychological harm.
‘With the exception of one of the offenders who admitted what they had done, none of the rest have shown the slightest remorse.’
She praised the ‘bravery’ of victims and witnesses, adding ‘without their support it would not have been possible for the prosecution team to convict this large network of child abusers’.
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15-year-old girl killed by a bus hit
Birmingham saw the death of a teenage girl who was struck by a bus.
Yesterday at around 3 p.m., on Sheaf Lane, Sheldon, according to the police, the girl was struck by the bus.
Not long after arriving at the hospital, her death was officially declared.
The bus driver, according to West Midlands Police, is assisting with inquiries.
A young girl has unfortunately passed away, and we’ll be doing everything we can to support her family during this extraordinarily trying time, said PC Gail Arnold.
‘We’re working to establish the circumstances behind the collision and we’re keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time, and especially anyone with dash cam footage.’
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Man dies after being “victimized with hammer for his Rolex”
As per reports, a guy was killed after being attacked for his expensive watch during a daylight heist.
Once the victim was discovered yesterday shortly before 3 o’clock in a severe state, emergency services were summoned to the Heath Way in Shard End, Birmingham.
Despite their best efforts, the man was declared dead at the site.
Witnesses claimed the man, who is thought to be in his 50s, was hit with a hammer or another weapon outside a row of stores for his Rolex watch.
One onlooker, who wished to remain anonymous, said: ‘A 50-year-old bloke has been attacked with a hammer or something similar for his Rolex.
‘It was crazy, there were helicopters overhead and dozens of police and ambulances. All this was happening at the end of the school day.
‘There were kids around, it’s terrible. A blue tent has since been set up. It doesn’t look good.’
West Midlands Ambulance Service said two ambulances, a paramedic officer, and the Midlands Air Ambulance were sent to the scene.
A service spokesperson said: ‘We were called at 2.55pm to an incident on Heath Way, Shard End, Birmingham.
‘Two ambulances, a paramedic officer and the Midlands Air Ambulance from Cosford attended the scene.
‘Upon arrival, we found a man in a critical condition. Ambulance staff immediately began administering advanced life support to him.
‘Unfortunately, it became clear that nothing more could be done to save him and he was confirmed deceased.’
West Midlands Police only confirmed they were responding to ‘an incident’ and have released no further details since Wednesday evening.
A police spokesperson said: ‘We currently have officers at shops in Heath Way in Shard End while we respond to an incident.
‘There is a cordon in place and we’ll provide more information when we have a fuller understanding of what has happened.’
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Three injured following a shooting incident near city park
A gunfight that broke out in Birmingham next to a park injured three youths, all of them were 19 years old.
About 6 o’clock on Friday, shots were fired on Hamstead Road close to the Handsworth Park entrance, drawing a sizable police response.
Armed police swarmed the area and blocked off the road near to Welford Primary School.
One of the youngsters had a gunshot wound to his leg, which paramedics attended to before transporting him to a local hospital.
Armed police flooded the scene last night
The other two male victims were also taken to hospital later, with non-life treating injuries. One suffered an injury to his foot and the second to his chest.
West Midlands Police have launched an investigation into the horror incident, and a cordon is still in place today.
An 18-year-old man arrested nearby last night on suspicion of possessing a knife, remains in police custody.
Detective inspector Matt Underwood said: ‘We understand incidents of this nature are shocking and we are thoroughly investigating all lines of enquiry.
‘We have already spoken with a number of people who were at the scene but we would also urge anyone who can help further with our enquiries to get in touch.’
Investigators have been speaking with witnesses and are reviewing CCTV footage from the area.
Officers from local teams are also carrying out extra patrols to support the community.
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Solihull lake: Several unwell after being rescued from a lake
Several people are in critical condition after being rescued from a frozen lake in Solihull according to police.
A serious incident has been reported in Babbs Mill Park, Fordbridge Road, in the Kingshurst area.
According to West Midlands Police, several people were taken to the hospital.
Emergency services from the West Midlands Fire Service and the West Midlands Ambulance Service are also present.
The nature of the incident had not yet been confirmed, according to police.
Image caption, Several people had been transported to hospital, according to West Midlands Police Concerned members of the community gathered near the scene in what is a residential area, as emergency services carried out work at the lake.
A drone was also spotted flying over the water, a BBC Midlands Today reporter at the scene said.It was likely that the emergency service presence would remain there for a number of hours, they added.
Babbs Mill Park is a local nature reserve with a lake, river, wildflower grasslands, and woodlands.
Temperatures of 0C (32F) are currently being reported in the area and are expected to plummet to -3C (26.6F) during the night.
The incident came as police in Cumbria said they were dealing with an “incident” at Siddick Pond in Workington.
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Coventry stabbing: Two men arrested after a fatal stabbing outside mosque
Armed police in the area quickly detained a 56-year-old guy, and early this morning they detained a second suspect, a 27-year-old man.
After a man in Coventry was fatally stabbed outside a mosque, two men have been taken into custody.
West Midlands Police were called to the Jamiah Masjid & Institute just after 9 pm on Sunday after reports of a fight involving a large group of men, some armed with knives.
Officers found two men who had been injured, including a 52-year-old man who died a short time later.
A second man, aged 44, suffered a small stab wound.
A 56-year-old man was arrested by armed officers nearby a short time later, while a second suspect aged 27 was arrested in the early hours of this morning.
Both men are being questioned on suspicion of murder.
Detective Superintendent Shaun Edwards, overseeing the investigation, said: “We’re supporting the family of the man who has died at what is a truly awful time for them, and our thoughts go out to them.
“We’ve made some really good early progress in this investigation, but there is still a lot of work to be done in identifying all of those involved in what happened last night.
“We don’t believe this is linked to any other incidents or disputes either in Coventry or the wider West Midlands, and it appears to have been an isolated dispute which has ended in tragedy.”
He said patrols in the area are being stepped up and asked anyone who may have seen what happened on a mobile phone or dashcam to get in touch with the police.