If you need to get in touch with your local police force in an emergency dial 999 or in a non emergency call 101. Five men arrested after spate of burglaries in Wolverhampton, Walsall and South Staffs Five men are in police custody today after a string of burglaries in Wolverhampton, Walsall and South Staffordshire overnight - with one premises being attacked using a stolen forklift truck. There was no application for bail. A spokesperson said: "At around 3.15am on the morning of February 28 there was an collision between an articulated lorry and a car on the southbound M6 within J10 Bentley Interchange (Walsall, Wolverhampton (Cen & E) A454) in the West Midlands. "He was assessed and had sustained non-life threatening injuries. Barrier repair works have been ongoing throughout the night, and all lanes have now re-opened in both directions on the #M6 within J10 #Walsall.Further works will be taking place again tonight however no lanes will be closed throughout the day. "If this incident impacts on your planned route, please allow extra journey time. Large area of town centre forced to close on busy market day as flowers left at scene. 124. 3d. However the suspect has not yet been found and police are urging the public not to approach him. The devastated family of the man who died after he was brutally attacked by an armed gang in Walsall town centre have paid tribute to their "beloved boy". It is located near to a Lidl store and Foundry Gym. A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: "We were called shortly after 3am today to a lorry crash at Junction 10 of the M6 at Walsall. The actress reportedly rumbled Buchan and Farzard after they allegedly became close during the filming of the BBC thriller. At the height of the incident there were police, paramedics, and 15 firefighters at the scene. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Darlaston from the BBC . Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Inspector Jon-Paul Kyffin, of Walsall Police, said: Well have extra officers in Walsall town centre today to offer reassurance. BirminghamLive reporter Annabal Bagdi is live on Facebook from the scene. 2h These powers will be in place until 7am tomorrow in the Bloxwich, Blakenall, Birchills & Leamore and St Matthew's areas of Walsall. Hartlepool United 3-3 Walsall . An investigation is under way after a man died following an armed gang attack in Walsall town centre in the early hours of Saturday, January 28. Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. National Highways say the closure is likely to remain in place 'throughout the afternoon and in to the evening'. 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Several police vehicles including a white forensics van were also spotted nearby. West Midlands Police have launched the enquiry near Sutton Road on Saturday afternoon. ", While Walsall FC Police tweeted: "Please be aware of a separate police incident we are dealing with in Walsall town centre around the Digbeth area, resulting in certain pubs / shops having to close whilst initial investigations take place.". If you know the suspect and they are local, or a vehicle is involved, please use our Live Chat facility. Wider searches of woodland near Cuckoos Nook in Walsall are taking place after police found what they believe to be human remains.. West Midlands Police have launched the enquiry near Sutton Road . Delays of about two hours were reported in both directions. "It is obviously something very serious but I don't know what's happened.". The case relates to an incident at the 47-year-old defendant's home in Wednesbury Road near Walsall town centre. For all non-emergency queries. I did not know what was going on. A handful of stores operated by the bargain retailer have closed or will be closing over the next few weeks. Police are treating the discovery as "unexplained" and said the incident had been referred to the coroner. 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Follow the latest news for Aldridge in West Midlands, England, UK - Local news and information in your area Latest News in Aldridge in West Midlands, England, UK - InYourArea WS9 8BF RegisterorSign In Enter your postcodeto see newsand informationnear you How We Use Your Data Aldridge Please rate this website National News Looking back, though, it is very worrying. The victim, in his 20s, was the subject of a 'targeted attack' near the area's Asda store and died later in hospital. Walsall is historically part of Staffordshire but now forms part of the Black Country. For other enquiries, visit the West Midlands Police website - west-midlands.police.uk/contact-us/. The crash caused "significant infrastructure damage" to the central reservations leading to a "complex recovery, clean-up and repair operation," it added. Do not use Facebook to report crime or contact West Midlands Police. "Anyone with information is asked to contact us via Live Chat or call 101 quoting log number 1039 of September 10. As floral tributes at the scene grew, police said their investigation was progressing, although there were no reports of any arrests. We were told it was a big gun, it happened at around 10.30am down by the Lloyds Bank.". M&S introducing important UK-wide change affecting thousands. "He received treatment on scene before being conveyed on blue lights to Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham for further care.". Walsall, leavng the scene sealed off for hours. 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"Once complete the lorry will be righted and then recovered. Police in Walsall have been granted extra powers to stop and search people without the need for specific grounds today after the man died. The Brownhills local policing team worked with Staffordshire Police and other key partners from Walsall local authority to seize five bikes, including one from the canal which the 19-year-old rider lost control of! 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They said: Our kind-hearted and much-loved son, brother and grandson. He was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead just before 3am. Taken away too soon, sleep tight brother. "There has been lots of police walking along the street.". If you see him, do not approach him but ring 999. Stephenson was remanded in custody following the brief video hearing. READ MORE: Teen arrested after violent disorder sees boy knifed and cars rammed in Walsall street. Good morning. Eight-year-old girl seriously injured in Walsall car crash Crime NatWest hit with 264m fine after breaches of anti-money laundering rules Crime NatWest accepted 700,000 cash deposit at branch. Bailey Atkinson's family have asked for a planned balloon release to be cancelled and people not to gather as they try grieve in peace. Walsall Bookmark Police hunt 'dishevelled man' after girl, 13, brutally beaten in Brownhills woodland attack Staffordshire Police Bookmark Schoolgirl, 14, suffers fractured collarbone after. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the day's top stories sent directly to you. Comments. Latest News in Walsall in West Midlands, England, UK - InYourArea WS1 1DG RegisterorSign In Enter your postcodeto see newsand informationnear you How We Use Your Data Walsall Please rate this website National News Stunning Northern Lights light up Britain's skies - 'just beautiful to watch and share' 5 hours ago The family of 20-year-old Bailey Atkinson paid this tribute to their son: We respectfully ask for privacy at the moment while we grieve the loss of our beloved boy Bailey. Please avoid the area. B&M closing stores across UK as full list of locations announced. B&M closing stores across UK as full list of locations announced. Read about our approach to external linking. Officers are working in and around the High Street area, and part of the area is closed off, say WMP. The cordon is located outside a set of high rise flats, at the junction with Paddock Lane. Armed police and helicopters were deployed to St Pauls Church in Darwall Street, at about 9.40am following reports of a man waving a gun inside. We have contacted the force and as to the nature of the incident and will bring a statement as soon as we get it. A family relative is said to have suffered a shoulder injury It is located near to the Lidl store and Foundry Gym. The full impact of a sudden stratospheric warming event is said to arrive in the coming weeks. View any neighbourhood team page by using the links: Aldridge Blakenall Bloxwich Brownhills Darlaston Delves Pleck St Matthew's Willenhall Feedback1 Rate this page (1 star poor - 3 stars excellent). Around 24 hours after his death, a sea of tributes had been laid in High Street just yards from the scene. Our reporter is on the scene in Union Street, Walsall. A blue tent has been set up by Savers in the town centre. Five men arrested after spate of burglaries in Wolverhampton, Walsall and South Staffs Five men are in police custody today after a string of burglaries in Wolverhampton, Walsall and South Staffordshire overnight - with one premises being attacked using a stolen forklift truck. A little further back, a police van is parked across the tarmac and on officer was seen stood in the road. Anyone with CCTV, mobile phone footage or dashcam footage was urged not to share it on social media, but to get in touch with the force. West Midlands Police cordoned off Union Street this morning in front of a block of high rise flats. Today is the second teachers strike in Birmingham. A large part of the town centre was sealed off from Primark to Goodall Street while officers worked at the scene. Its heritage in saddle and leather making is remembered in the nickname of the towns football club, Walsall, known as the Saddlers, and for handbags which are still a favourite of Queen Elizabeth. 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Or contact officers via live chat at west-midlands.police.uk, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Ch Supt Phil Dolby, of Walsall Police, said: . Weve already recovered CCTV and continue to work at the scene today.. The victim, in his 20s, was set upon by a group of men believed to be armed with weapons on the High Street, near to Asda, just after 1.20am. The car ended up on the southbound carriageway with a lamppost underneath it, said National Highways. West Midlands. Police, paramedics and firefighters have been called to the scene. Sally made the admission on Monday's programme. The resident, a woman, who lives in a flat in the nearby tower block, said: "I heard police sirens at around 3am this morning. He was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead just before 3am. West Midlands Police said armed units and the police helicopter were drafted in after the worrying alert from . Walsall Aldridge Bloxwich Brownhills Darlaston Pelsall Streetly Willenhall Willenhall Driver admits dragging Walsall police officer down street as he tried to arrest him A banned motorist. Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. The man was treated by paramedics at the scene at around 2.52am before he was taken to a major trauma centre. A major manhunt remains under way after a man 'waved a gun' inside a Walsall church. Kate Middleton and Prince William beam as they break cover after Harry and Meghan's eviction from Frogmore Cottage. Weve already recovered CCTV and continue to work at the scene today.. A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: "We were called shortly after 3am today to a lorry crash at Junction 10 of the M6 at Walsall. The cordon spans for about 200 yards on Union Street. #UPDATE | We're currently investigating an incident that happened in #Walsall town centre earlier this morning.We have officers working in the High Street area, and part of the area is closed off.We'll issue more information shortly. Dike double beats Boro to end Baggies' bad run. A group of men set upon the victim, in his 20s, with weapons on High Street, near to Asda, just after 1.20am. West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS) has provided a statement about this incident. 2 4 Show this thread Walsall Police Upon arrival, we found the driver of the lorry who is believed to have suffered a medical episode at the wheel. The case relates to an incident at the 47-year-old defendant's home in Wednesbury Road near Walsall town centre. Subscribe to one or all notification sources from this one place. Do not use Facebook to report crime or contact west Midlands police have launched enquiry... 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