Police cars rammed by robbery suspect and other news updates

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Police seek attack suspect

West Midlands Police are asking for help in finding a man wanted in relation to a series of assaults on random people across the Black Country.

Jardel Faure is believed to have been part of a three strong group who attacked at least five people on the evening of 21st October this year.

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Robbery suspect rams into police cars in Birmingham city centre

Police cars were rammed in a dangerous chase which took place near crowds in Birmingham city centre.

The driver was spotted in a cloned car in the city after allegedly using the vehicle in a robbery. Knives and a ‘large amount’ of class A drugs were uncovered from the vehicle.

UB40 founder member AstroUB40 founder member Astro
UB40 founder member Astro

Tributes to UB40 Astro

Celebrities have paid tribute following the death of Handsworth born musician Terence Wilson. Better known as Astro by fans, the UB40 star passed away tragically after a short illness at 64 years old. Birmingham musician “Apache Indian” called him a “true inspiration”.

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