Please find an alternative route.". The victim, aged in his 20s, was set upon by a group of men believed to be armed with weapons on High Street, near to Asda, just after 1.20am. League Two. We currently have the road blocked from Arboretum traffic lights up to Ablewell Street due to a serious RTC. Police have launched an investigation after shots were fired and a car was torched in what police believe was a 'targeted attack' in Walsall. Were supporting the victims family at this awful time, and are working hard to identify those responsible. The property overlooking Highgate Park nea Birmingham city centre is 'in need of modernisation' - but is a steal at the price. One man was treated by paramedics after the crash but did not need to be taken to hospital. Street artists paint to celebrate 1980s . The 19-year-old was a passenger in a Seat Leon in the tragic accident in Rushall, West Midlands, just after 9pm on Friday, March 26. Traffic was eventually released at around 7:05pm once the police incident was concluded, but there was still several miles of congestion southbound and northbound. Travel website Inrix says: "Long delays and queueing traffic for seven miles due to earlier accident on M6 Northbound at J9 A461 Wood Green Road (Wednesbury). 3 days ago 3d. Hartlepool United 3-3 Walsall . Read about our approach to external linking. Police incident and crime scene on Cobden Street, Walsall involving burnt-out vehicles. 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It comes after a crash closed two lanes northbound between Junction 9 for Wednesbury and 10 for Walsall. Travellers were asked to allow extra time for their journeys. Police officer to run half marathon for Arthur . He was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead just before 3am. Seconds later shots were fired from another vehicle. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be reached anonymously on 0800 555 111. In a statement West Midlands Police said a 4x4 crashed into a stationary black VW Golf at the junction with King Street, leaving one occupant and a female pedestrian injured. Walsall west midlands police West Midlands Monday 6 June 2022, 4:58pm An area near Cuckoos Nook on Sutton Road, Walsall, has been cordoned off by West Midlands Police following the. Posted. This history is honoured at the museum, known as the Locksmiths House. The M5 junction 1 island at West Bromwich was reportedly gridlocked, leading to congestion on all approaches. Delays of about 60 minutes have been reported northbound between Wednesbury and Walsall after the crash. "Two other patients, a man and a child, were assessed for the effects of the smoke inhalation and discharged at the scene.". "Officers attended and supported the fire and ambulance . A woman has been given medical assistance at the scene of a serious crash in Walsall - just outside the town centre. Police at the scene in Lower Rushall Street, Walsall. 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Emergency services were called to Lower Rushall Street following a collision which involved a cyclist and a car. All lanes have been re-opened.". Attribution. "We are currently treating one woman - the cyclist - at the scene. Covering the M1, M4, M5, M6, M25, M40, M60, M62 and more. More information to follow. 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. Officers were seen knocking doors, and forensic teams dressed in white overalls were also seen probing the incident. More information to follow. The incident is ongoing.". Walsall 0-0 Crewe Alexandra. The property is 'in need of modernisation' - but is a steal at the price. 28/01/2023. The case relates to an incident which took place in Middle Piece Way in Willenhall town centre on February 22 last year resulting in West Midlands Police issuing an appeal to find Delaney. Premier League. As with the M6, travellers were being urged to allow extra time for their journeys. #M6 is CLOSED in BOTH directions within J10 (Walsall / Wolverhampton) due to a serious accident - Road not expected to fully re-open before 10:30 - Latest @ Roadca.ms/85. "There are delays of 60 minutes above normal travel times on approach. Police have shut down a busy junction near the town centre following a crash involving a cyclist and a car. Traffic has been blocked from the Arboretum up to Ablewell Street. Senior Multi-Media Journalist@JamieB_Star. @WMPolice are in attendance. The man facing 291 years in jail. The scene of a serious crash is still cordoned off following the incident at around 10am this morning (July 13). Email or phone: . The 51-year-old was found dead at his home on Broad Lane in Walsall A 24-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man's body was discovered at a house. Travellers were asked to allow extra time for their journeys. Members of the public were told to be aware that access to the area would be restricted. MNA Group Digital Editor at Express & Star and Shropshire Star. A spokeswoman for West Midlands Ambulance Service said: "We were called to reports of an RTC around junction 9 of the M6 Northbound near Wednesbury at 3.42pm. 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Another occupant was unhurt. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. According to West Midlands Roads, this was due to a "police incident" and National Highways confirmed it involved the Central Motorway Police Group. "Delays also back along the M5 to J2 A4123 (Oldbury) as traffic struggles to join the M6. Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. All three emergency services attended the scene on Cobden Street in Palfrey at 1.06pm this afternoon (Tuesday, May 4), after receiving reports of a house and car fire as well as a crash. #ClearedWM The collision has cleared but delays still remain as part of the aftermath of the incident pic.twitter.com/loEzAaSQGv. The property overlooking Highgate Park nea Birmingham city centre is 'in need of modernisation' - but is a steal at the price. Our live coverage on today's incident has now ended. Attribution. The fire that involved two cars and a property was extinguished quickly by crews at the scene.". Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in, Attack described by police as vicious and targetted, Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Posted. The St Matthew's Police team tweeted: "We currently have the road blocked from Arboretum traffic lights up to Ablewell Street due to a serious RTC. 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 . Facebook. For everything else get in touch via Live Chat on our website 8am - midnight or call 101 anytime. But that has not been confirmed. Read our. Armed police at the scene where cars caught fire. The aim of the day was to give them an insight into what we do and how we work alongside our partners to keep our communities safe. Lanes three and four were closed due to the crash. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the day's top stories sent directly to you. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The blaze then spread to the Golf and a nearby house. "Congestion to J6 A38(M) (Spaghetti Junction) and on the other side back to J10A M54 due to onlookers. Travel time is 30 minutes. Delays building in both directions. Video. BlackCountryLive is waiting for statements from the police and ambulance service. A post on traffic website Inrix says: "Long delays, two lanes closed and queueing traffic due to accident on M6 Northbound at J9 A461 Wood Green Road (Wednesbury). Food Hygiene Ratings Get the latest information on restaurants in your area, from food hygiene ratings to special offers and new openings. Walsall west midlands fire service Tuesday 30 March 2021, 7:47pm Yasmin Bodalbhai reports Two men have been rushed to hospital after an explosion at a house in Walsall. This is a live blog and we will bring you updates as we get them. 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 Inspector Jon-Paul Kyffin, of. Sorry, we are not accepting comments on this article. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Bloxwich from the BBC . VideoAn audacious heist that stunned Britain. The lanes have since reopened but long delays remain. Thank you for your patience, please have a safe journey. 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Officers gained entry to the house on Broad Lane, Bloxwich, following concern for the resident's welfare. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Police are still on scene and our photographer has said he can see two 'burnt-out' cars inside the large cordon. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Brownhills from the BBC . Medics are currently treating a woman - the cyclist - at the scene. Reason: Accident involving a vehicle crossing the central reservation. Id ask people planning on travelling into Walsall town centre to think about their journey today as the area around the scene on the High Street is closed while we investigate.. It comes after a crash closed two lanes northbound between Junction 9 for Wednesbury and 10 for Walsall. (Image: @PandCNHW) Police have closed a major junction just outside of Walsall town centre following a serious collision. "One patient, a man, was already out of the vehicle and was treated by ambulance staff for minor injuries but did not require hospital treatment and was discharged at the scene.". Police incident and crime scene on Cobden Street, Walsall involving burnt-out vehicles. Travel time is 15 minutes. A cordon was placed around an area near the markets hours before League Two Walsall . Remains found in Constance Marten and Mark Gordon baby search, BREAKING Remains found in the search for the two-month-old baby of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon. Videos posted on social media showed flames leaping from two cars which had reportedly been deliberately set on fire. Congestion is to Junction 6 A38(M) (Spaghetti Junction) and on the other side back to Junction 10A M54 due to onlookers. Traffic is queueing for eight miles after the crash closed two lanes between Wednesbury and Walsall earlier. 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A man, who was treated for gunshot injuries, and a woman who was treated for injuries sustained in the road traffic collision were both taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries. Loose Women star, who welcomed Belle earlier this month and Rose on her 32nd birthday last October, posted the adorable snap on Instagram. Here you'll see the latest updates and news including appeals to help find suspects and missing persons. pic.twitter.com/LRscqhZRaJ. Traffic website Inrix says: "Long delays and queueing traffic due to earlier accident on M6 Northbound at J9 A461 Wood Green Road (Wednesbury). "We sent two ambulances, three paramedic officers, the Trusts Hazardous Area Response Team and the Midlands Air Ambulance Critical Care Car to the scene. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Walsall from the BBC 5,109 talking about this. A man has been taken to hospital after he suffered gunshot injuries in a residential Walsall street. Subscribe to one or all notification sources from this one place. Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. It comes after a crash closed two lanes between Wednesbury and Walsall. Get the latest news and updates on crime in your area, from realtime alerts from your local police to monthly summaries of how crime has changed in your area and the actions police are taking to combat it. Armed officers were sent to Cobden Street in Palfrey along with firefighters and ambulances at around 1pm. The victim, aged in his 20s, was set upon by a group of men . Armed police descended on a Walsall road where two cars and a house caught fire and a man was shot on Tuesday afternoon. "Congestion to J6 A38(M) (Spaghetti Junction) and on the M5 to J1 A41 (West Bromwich) as traffic struggles to join the M6. Once you're there, put your email address where it says at the top, then tick the Black Country Live Email updates box. Police officer to run half marathon for Arthur . All three emergency services descended on Cobden Street in Palfrey at 1.06pm this afternoon (Tuesday, May 4) after a silver 4x4 crashed into a stationary black VW Golf. UPDATE: Investigation launched after man shot and cars set on fire, READ MORE: Residents 'living in fear' after man shot and car fire spreads to house. Lanes three and four (of four) are closed.". First just click on this link to our newsletter sign-up centre. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. West Midlands Police said a large part of the town centre remained sealed off on Saturday. A total of 19 firefighters extinguished a blaze involving a house and two cars on Cobden Street, this afternoon (May 4). "Travel time is 30 minutes. Posted. @WMPolice are in attendance. A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: On arrival we discovered one patient, a woman, who was the cyclist. A banned motorist dragged a Walsall police officer along the road with his hand stuck in a car window. A spokesman for West Midlands Ambulance Service has confirmed that two ambulances, a paramedic officer and Warwickshire and Northamptonshire air ambulance are currently at the scene. 2 days ago 2d. "One ambulance and a paramedic officer were sent to the scene where, on arrival, crews discovered one car had been involved in a collision. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Cannock from the BBC. MNA Group Digital Editor at Express & Star and Shropshire Star. The force said the arrested man is understood to be known to the victim and the incident is believed to be "domestic-related". Congestion to J6 A38(M) (Spaghetti Junction) and on the M5 to J1 A41 (West Bromwich) as traffic struggles to join the M6. Read about our approach to external linking. West Midlands Police said the occupants of a 4x4 torched their car and fled. Walsall Police @WalsallPolice Do NOT use Twitter to report crime. Posted. 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