Traffic has been blocked from the Arboretum up to Ablewell Street. Reason: Accident involving a vehicle crossing the central reservation. Police have launched an investigation after shots were fired and a car was torched in what police believe was a 'targeted attack' in Walsall. 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. "The fire that involved two cars and a property was extinguished quickly by crews at the scene.". . Thank you for your patience, please have a safe journey. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was killed in an attack in Walsall town centre early on Saturday morning. The matter was adjourned and Delaney, of Lydney Close, Willenhall, was remanded in custody to be sentenced on March 30 in Stafford. Videos posted on social media showed flames leaping from two cars which had reportedly been deliberately set on fire. Lanes three and four were closed due to the crash. 1 day ago 1d. UPDATE: Incident is a road traffic collision Two lanes currently closed Heavy congestion 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. Updated 15:08, 13 JUL 2021. A murder investigation has been launched after a man was killed in an attack in Walsall town centre early on Saturday morning. 3h. "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. Our live coverage on today's incident has now ended. According to West Midlands Roads, this was due to a "police incident" and National Highways confirmed it involved the Central Motorway Police Group. When you've made your choice, hit Save Changes button at the bottom. Delays of 50 minutes are still being reported two hours after the crash on the M6. A 24-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man's body was discovered at a house. The victim, aged in his 20s, was set upon by a group of men . Drivers will face delays of about 50 minutes above their usual journey times on the M6 northbound. A banned motorist dragged a Walsall police officer along the road with his hand stuck in a car window. "We have two ambulances, a paramedic officer and Warwickshire and Northamptonshire air ambulance at the scene. Please allow extra time for your journey. We invited students from secondary schools across Walsall to an open day at Bloxwich Police Station to offer them the chance to learn more about policing. Facebook. The property is 'in need of modernisation' - but is a steal at the price. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. A banned motorist dragged a Walsall police officer along the road with his hand stuck in a car window. Posted. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Wednesbury from the BBC. An update on travel website Inrix says: "Very slow traffic due to earlier accident on M6 Northbound at J9 A461 Wood Green Road (Wednesbury). This is a live blog and we will bring you updates as we get them. Latest news and updates from the West Midlands, Harry and Meghan told to 'vacate' Frogmore Cottage, Explosive found in check-in luggage at US airport, Human error to blame for train crash - Greek PM, Fungus case forces Jack Daniels to halt construction, Rare Jurassic-era bug found at Arkansas Walmart, Dozens of girls treated after new Iran poisonings. Police have closed Darlaston Road between Woden Road West and Bilston Road. Get the latest news, entertainment, and top stories about Brownhills from the BBC . Lanes three and four (of four) are closed.". It has a selection of our most popular articles, reporting on life in and around the area and keeping you up to date on everything from the latest on coronavirus to all you need to know about crime, education and traffic and travel. Drivers are now delayed by 15 minutes after a crash on the M6 three hours ago. The property is 'in need of modernisation' - but is a steal at the price. The shell of a burnout car was located within the cordon, with its paint completely stripped. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the day's top stories sent directly to you. Police incident and crime scene on Cobden Street, Walsall involving burnt-out vehicles. pic.twitter.com/LRscqhZRaJ. Read about our approach to external linking. A crash closed two lanes of the M6 between Wednesbury and Walsall and led to delays of 60 minutes. There are other newsletters available if you want them as well. The force said the arrested man is understood to be known to the victim and the incident is believed to be "domestic-related". Do not use Facebook to report crime or contact West Midlands Police. Travel time is 35 minutes. "Traffic appears to be using Lichfield Street and Bridge Street to divert.". Carol's mystery man - who she is engaged to - has been revealed today. Man seriously injured in Walsall crash as police seal off Union Street for investigation A man was seriously injured after he was struck by a car in Walsall, leavng the scene sealed off for. #ClearedWM The collision has cleared but delays still remain as part of the aftermath of the incident pic.twitter.com/loEzAaSQGv. West Midlands Police said the occupants of a 4x4 torched their car and fled. Loose Women star, who welcomed Belle earlier this month and Rose on her 32nd birthday last October, posted the adorable snap on Instagram. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Birmingham & Black Country. A picture from the scene revealed forensics were present investigating the incident. 8 hours ago 3 days ago 3d. As with the M6, travellers were being urged to allow extra time for their journeys. Posted. Moments later shots were fired from another vehicle before the occupants of the 4x4 set fire to their vehicle and made off. 5 A two-week-old baby boy has died after a. Stay abreast with the very latest from the region with our Black Country Email Updates. The following traffic incidents and congestion for Walsall have been reported by Highways England, Traffic Scotland, Traffic Wales or Transport for London (TfL) in the last two hours: ACCIDENT Location: The M6 northbound at junction J10 (Walsall) . There are delays of 60 minutes above normal travel times on approach. Walsall Police @WalsallPolice Do NOT use Twitter to report crime. Police warning as cyclist injured by trap wire. Here you'll see the latest updates and news including appeals to help find suspects and missing persons. "Officers attended and supported the fire and ambulance . Members of the public were told to be aware that access to the area would be restricted. A man has been taken to hospital after he suffered gunshot injuries in a residential Walsall street. Subscribe to our newsletter to get the day's top stories sent directly to you. 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. UPDATE: Incident is a road traffic collision Two lanes currently closed Heavy congestion Consider taking alternative routes Allow extra time for your journey#PlanAhead pic.twitter.com/yLO6aJtD4k. Delays building in both directions. 8h. The blaze spread to the VW Golf and to a nearby house. Horrific v Oprah Flash Senior Reporter. "Violence like this on our streets is not acceptable. All lanes have been re-opened. Attribution. Delays are also back along the M5 to Junction 3 A456 (Quinton) as traffic struggles to join the M6. Travel time is 50 minutes. 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. The RAC revealed that diesel drivers are still charged an extra 20p over the owners of petrol cars. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. 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. Police will be using section 60 powers across Walsall today to give officers the ability to stop and search people without the need for specific grounds. Armed police at the scene where cars caught fire. Armed officers were sent to Cobden Street in Palfrey along with firefighters and ambulances at around 1pm. Medics discovered four patients including a man who had suffered gunshot injuries. "Travel time is 30 minutes. Attribution. Police officer to run half marathon for Arthur . "One ambulance and a paramedic officer were sent to the scene where, on arrival, crews discovered one car had been involved in a collision. 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. Warning issued to any driver in UK filling up with petrol or diesel in next 14 days. Subscribe to one or all notification sources from this one place. (Image: @PandCNHW) Police have closed a major junction just outside of Walsall town centre following a serious collision. 2023 BBC. Status: Currently Active. Police said the occupants of the 4x4 then set the car on fire and fled the scene. 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The scene of a serious crash is still cordoned off following the incident at around 10am this morning (July 13). 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. An Inrix traffic update reads: "Lower Rushall Street in both directions closed, queueing traffic due to accident from A4148 Broadway North (Arboretum Traffic Lights) to Ablewell Street. 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. Insp Jon-Paul Kyffin, of Walsall Police, said: Well have extra officers in Walsall town centre today to offer reassurance. Officers were seen knocking doors, and forensic teams dressed in white overalls were also seen probing the incident. Once you're there, put your email address where it says at the top, then tick the Black Country Live Email updates box. Police are still on scene and our photographer has said he can see two 'burnt-out' cars inside the large cordon. Stoke & Staffordshire. Warning issued to any driver in UK filling up with petrol or diesel in next 14 days. A police incident has shut part of Walsall town centre The victim of an armed gang attack in Walsall town centre has been formally named. Anyone who might have witnessed the incident or recorded it on dashcam footage is being urged to contact police. "Congestion to J6 A38(M) (Spaghetti Junction) and on the other side back to J10A M54 due to onlookers. A West Midlands Fire Service spokesman said: "We can confirm that four crews attended just after 1pm today. Hartlepool United 3-3 Walsall . Air ambulance at the scene of a 4x4 torched their car and fled the scene. `` a. You for your patience, please have a safe journey incident has ended. 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