Video news bulletin: couple face jail for death of Kemarni Watson Darby and other updates

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By Richard Gullick
Published 13th Apr 2022, 13:18 BST

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Couple face jail after child’s death

A mum and her partner are facing jail following the death of her three year old son who was found battered to death with "car crash-like injuries". The partner Nathaniel Pope was convicted of the murder, while Alicia Watson was found guilty of causing or allowing the death. Both are set to be sentenced at a later date.

Kemarni Watson Darby,Kemarni Watson Darby,
Kemarni Watson Darby,

Kings Norton burglar jailed for ten years

A burglar from Kings Norton has been jailed thanks after forensic experts identified his blood at the scene. Hamza Hoo was convicted of aggravated burglary following a break-in on Tame Road in Witton. He was sentenced to ten years and three months last Friday.

Gerry Anderson in Concert this Saturday

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Music from the TV shows of legendary producer Gerry Anderson will be celebrated in a one off concert at Birmingham's Symphony Hall this Saturday. The performance will include classics from shows such as Thunderbirds and Space: 1999, and will include specialty restored and previously unseen footage.

Stand By For Action! Gerry Anderson in Concert World Premiere at Symphony HallStand By For Action! Gerry Anderson in Concert World Premiere at Symphony Hall
Stand By For Action! Gerry Anderson in Concert World Premiere at Symphony Hall

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