It has blocked off a number of shops and pubs, including Poundland, the Entertainer and B&M. READ MORE: Wolverhampton bully branded woman 'fat whale' and threatened to send naked photo in revenge porn plot, Area police boss Chief Supt Phil Dolby addressed fears of rising crime in the town, saying: "Were committed to working with partners across the borough to ensure Walsall is a safe place, and Ive been speaking to people in the community to reassure then of the steps we are taking to ensure that.". The resident, a woman, who lives in a flat in the nearby tower block, said: "I heard police sirens at around 3am this morning. Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact police on fl_collision_invest@west-midlands.pnn.police.uk or get in touch via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk between 8am . Motorists are being warned of 'severe delays' after the M6 was shut in both directions after a lorry overturned following a crash. Three cones have been placed on the road, with tape stretching between them. As police continue to hunt the killers of a man in Walsall, special stop and search powers have been implemented. Were committed to working with partners across the borough to ensure Walsall is a safe place, and Ive been speaking to people in the community to reassure then of the steps we are taking to ensure that.. This is what WMP have said: Weve been using extra powers overnight giving us the ability to stop and search people in parts of the borough without the need for the usual grounds. Loose Women star, who welcomed Belle earlier this month and Rose on her 32nd birthday last October, posted the adorable snap on Instagram. Posted: 16th February 2023 Lee Stephenson appeared at Wolverhampton Crown Court on Tuesday charged with offences of wounding and destroying property on January 23. 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The case relates to an incident at the 47-year-old defendant's home in Wednesbury Road near Walsall town centre. 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. Today, a large part of the town centre has been sealed off while officers work at the scene. Loose Women star, who welcomed Belle earlier this month and Rose on her 32nd birthday last October, posted the adorable snap on Instagram. A picture from the scene shows the road closed with a patrol car inside a cordon. 5,109 talking about this. A large part of the town centre was sealed off from Primark to Goodall Street while officers worked at the scene. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. West Midlands Police want to speak to this man. Our investigation is making progress and were following up a number of positive lines of enquiry. 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Insp Jon-Paul Kyffin, of Walsall Police, said: Well have extra officers in Walsall town centre today to offer reassurance. "Armed officers and the police helicopter attended and searched the area but the man has not yet been found. The BMW is understood to have collided with another car before hitting the boy's buggy, West Midlands Police said. "He was assessed and had sustained non-life threatening injuries. Hartlepool United 3-3 Walsall . Repairs to lamp columns and central reservation barrier are also underway but cannot be fully undertaken until the lorry has been removed.". 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He received treatment at the scene before being conveyed to Walsall Manor hospital for further assessments., UPDATE#M6 both directions within J10 #WalsallROAD CLOSED within junction due to a collision earlier.More info here: https://t.co/Srm05CeOIp90 Mins & 8 miles congestion northbound and 60 mins and 6 miles southboundLong delays also on #M5 north and #M54 east on to M6. Police officer to run half marathon for Arthur . A murder investigation has been launched after a man was fatally attacked by a gang in Walsall town centre. . A picture from the scene shows a police cordon is currently in place, sealing off part of the town centre. The force appealed for anyone with CCTV, dashcam or mobile phone footage showing what happened to get in touch, quoting log 225 of January 28. We were told it was a big gun, it happened at around 10.30am down by the Lloyds Bank.". We'll keep you updated with this blog. READ MORE: Teen arrested after violent disorder sees boy knifed and cars rammed in Walsall street. He was set upon near the town centre Asda store at around 1.20am on Saturday, January 28. "The pedestrian, a man, had been involved in a collision with a car. Detective Inspector Laura Harrison, leading the investigation, said: Its very early in the investigation, but this appears to be a targeted and vicious attack involving a group of men carrying weapons. Traffic is being diverted via the. The victim, in his 20s, was set upon by a group of men believed to be armed with. 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BBC Breakfast star Carol Kirkwood's mystery fiance unveiled as toyboy 13 years her junior. B&M closing stores across UK as full list of locations announced. "Anyone with information is asked to contact us via Live Chat or call 101 quoting log number 1039 of September 10. It is located near to a Lidl store and Foundry Gym. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Horrific video shows a 16-year-old boy having pressure applied to his torso after being attacked, Birmingham Live . Armed cops were deployed after a 999 call to Walsall's town centre. It is located near to the Lidl store and Foundry Gym. If you need to get in touch with your local police force in an emergency dial 999 or in a non emergency call 101. 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. Walsall is historically part of Staffordshire but now forms part of the Black Country. This is underway using forklift trucks. West Midlands Police said armed units and the police helicopter were drafted in after the worrying alert from . Part of Asda down to CEX is also off limits . 1 2 3 Did you find the information useful? Good morning #Saddlers 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. All lanes are now back open after work was carried out throughout the night to fix the barrier. The market area of High Street will be open again shortly, but the scene of the attack will remain sealed off while investigations continue. Weve already recovered CCTV and continue to work at the scene today.. West Midlands Fire Service sent 15 firefighters to the incident. Subscribe to one or all notification sources from this one place. We continue to support the victims family as they grieve. "The incident happened on Union Street in Walsall at 2.52am today (Thursday). The incident has resulted in part of the M6 being shut in both directions within the junction. An ambulance and paramedic officer attended the scene. 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. Police have launched a murder investigation after a man died following an attack in Walsall town centre today. Kate Middleton and Prince William beam as they break cover after Harry and Meghan's eviction from Frogmore Cottage. "I looked outside and saw police activity on the road. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Brownhills from the BBC . 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. Stacey Solomon fans warn they 'may unfollow her' after Belle and Rose snap. Pupils sing as UB40 attend special assembly. The flowers were laid after a man, said to be in his 20s, was killed by a gang wielding weapons, around 1.20am. Sally made the admission on Monday's programme. Inspector Jon-Paul Kyffin, of Walsall Police, said: Well have extra officers in Walsall town centre today to offer reassurance. Police officer to run half marathon for Arthur . Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Tributes left at the scene where police cordoned off the street. The full impact of a sudden stratospheric warming event is said to arrive in the coming weeks. Read about our approach to external linking. Were supporting the victims family at this awful time, and are working hard to identify those responsible. The articulated lorry crossed over the northbound carriageway and came to rest on its side. 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Sally made the admission on Monday's programme. What's he waiting for? "The discovery is being treated as unexplained at this moment in time, and we have referred this incident to the coroner.. Judge Michael Chambers KC adjourned the matter until March. 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