STAFFORDSHIRE Police are asking for help from the public to locate two men who are wanred in connection with the murder of 87-year-old Arthur Gumbley last year.
Staffordshire Police have said: “If you know these two men pictured, or know of their recent whereabouts, we need your help to track them down.”
Police were called to Mr Gumbley’s home address in Endwood Drive, Sutton Coldfield at 9:51pm on 21 November 2017 following a report that he had been attacked in his own home by two men demanding money.
Arthur had been punched to the face, kicked whilst on the floor and jewellery was forcibly removed causing injury to his hands and wrists. Arthur died as a result of his injuries three weeks later, on 12 December
Following an extensive investigation, police are keen to talk to Jimmy Michael Connors, 28, and Tom Joseph Ward, 17, (both pictured) about their whereabouts on the day of the incident.
Connors is described as 5ft 5ins, average build with an Irish accent. Ward, who resides in Stoke-on-Trent occasionally, is described as 5ft 8ins, average build with an Irish accent.
A number of items of property are also missing from Arthur’s home address being a Seiko Man’s watch; Ladies Gold Bracelet with gold sovereign inset; Ladies Gold Necklace and gold sovereign inset; Henry VIII Angel Gold Coin dated 1544-1547; Two rings, one Silver with a diamond shape in the middle possibly with stone inset; Gold ring similar to the Silver ring missing and Gold Sovereign held in plastic casing.
Detective Inspector Dan Ison, the senior investigating officer, said: “Both men have links throughout the country and are known to frequent the London, Birmingham, Stoke-on-Trent and Yorkshire areas. It is imperative they are caught as soon as possible and help from the public is needed to track them down.”
Police say that both men are considered violent, so please do not approach them.
If you do see them or know of their location, please call Staffordshire Police 101 or 999 in an emergency quoting incident number 828 of 21 Nov 2017 or, for guaranteed anonymity, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
You can also report anonymously and directly to Staffordshire Police using the UK Police Major Incident Public Reporting website at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/557
If you provide information that helps police to find them, you could be eligible for a Crimestoppers reward of up to £10,000.
The incident happened in Endwood Drive, Sutton Coldfield which is in the Lichfield Policing area.
Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Mr Gumbley and we urge our readers to share this information and help bring these men to justice.
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POLICE are appealing for help to identify a man who tried to trick, and then forced his way into a Tamworth pensioner’s home.
The elderly woman answered the door at her home in Parkfield Crescent on 9 December 2017 at around 9am.
A man, described as white, around 5ft 6ins to 5ft 8ins tall with a muscly physique, told her he was from the council and wanted to do some work. He is believed to be in his early 40s and was wearing black clothing.
When the woman said she couldn’t afford the work the man forced his way into the house. He left empty-handed and did not harm the woman, but said he would return when she received her pension. He left shortly afterwards, driving away in a small white van.
The EVO FIT imahe of the offender - Image thanks to Staffordshire Police
Police are keen to hear from anyone who may know who this man is, or witnessed the incident. If you have any information or please call Staffordshire Police on 101 and refer to incident number 339 of December 9.
You can also report information about crime by contacting the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
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THREE masked offenders armed with weapons, including a gun broke into a family home in Quince, Aminton yesterday.
Detectives are now investigating the incident which occurred last night, Tuesday 6 February in the residential street which is home to two primary schools.
The terrifying incident involved three offenders, one armed with a gun, one armed with an axe and the final one armed with a broken bottle.
The offenders made off from the property with a set of car keys and were seen to travel towards Woodland Road.
A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: “We were called to reports of an aggravated burglary at an address on Quince, Tamworth at around 9.45pm last night.
“Three unknown offenders gained access to the property, and after an untidy search, they took a set of vehicle keys.
“The offenders all wore face coverings, gloves and dark clothing. One wore a black padded jacket and cap, and another dark grey tracksuit bottoms.
“Although weapons were not used and no one was injured, the offenders were believed to be carrying a handgun, axe and a broken bottle.
“They fled the scene in the direction of Woodlands Road in a dark coloured hatchback, possibly a Vauxhall.
“An investigation is underway and CCTV is being reviewed.”
Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101, quoting incident 769 of February 6.
You can also report information about crime by contacting the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
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DETECTIVES are appealing for help to find the owners of distinctive watches and jewellery recovered in a search.
The property, which includes a Longines watch, Regency and Pulse watches, chains, earrings, gold tigers and a decorative bracelet were recovered during a search of a property in the West Midlands.
They are believed to have been stolen in burglaries at addresses in south Staffordshire.
While enquiries continue, detectives from Lichfield CID are working to identify property found at the address.
Detective Constable Gareth Jones, of Staffordshire Police, said: “We’re keen to speak to anyone who recognises these items or believes they can help put us in touch with the owners.”
If you can help with information please contact 01785 234533 and ask for DC Gareth Jones.
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POLICE have announced that a teenager has died following an alleged assault at McDonalads in Tamworth last month.
The teenager, named as 18-year-old Liam Roche, died in hospital following the alleged assault which took place on 22nd January.
Liam was taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital with serious head injuries, following an incident outside of McDonalds in Ventura Park, Tamworth on Monday 22 January between 10.30 and 11.30pm.
His family are receiving care and support from specially trained officers and they have asked for their privacy to be respected.
The investigation is on-going and we are working to establish the events leading up to this tragic incident.
This morning a 24-year-old male was arrested in connection with the offence and is currently helping Police with their enquiries.
READ MORE: Appeal for witnesses after serious assault in Tamworth
Tamworth Informed would like to pass on our thougths to Liam’s family and friends, along with all those affected by this incident.
If you witnessed the assault, or have any information please contact us on 101 quoting incident 136 of 22 January.
You can also report information about crime by contacting the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
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DETECTIVES are urging the public to help trace a man after an elderly woman was left with horrific injuries when she was robbed in her home.
An investigation has been launched including specialist police teams to catch the “brutal and heartless” attacker.
The 87-year-old great-grandma had to crawl to a neighbour for help after the attack on Monday morning (29 January) when the raider disconnected her phone line.
The 87-year-old great-grandma sustained extensive bruising
She didn’t initially hear the man break into her home - located just off Hillcrest Road in Wylde Green - at around 6.30am.
But the offender – who spoke with a local accent - forced her out of bed and took her around the house demanding money. He rifled through drawers stealing jewellery and other precious items.
An unusual commemorative coin was stolen - have you seen it?
A commemorative coin from Sierra Leone was taken and police are asking the public to keep a look out for the unusual item. If anyone has seen it or is offered this item for sale please contact the investigation team immediately.
DC Laura Halpin, who is leading the investigation, said: “This was a brutal and heartless attack on this lady and we are absolutely determined to catch the person responsible.
“Our teams are carrying out extensive house to house, reviewing CCTV in the local area and conducting foot patrols. Forensics and other specialist teams have been gathering evidence from the address too,
Police have released photos showing the pensioners injuries in a bid to trace the offender
but we need the local community to get on board; share our appeal and contact us with information.”
The man is described as white, around 5ft 8ins tall, aged between 18 and 25 and slim. He was wearing dark clothing and baseball hat with an orange rim.
DC Halpin added: “I’d urge people who may know who is responsible to look at the injuries of this lady and do the right thing - get in touch with us. Any information you have, no matter how small or insignificant you think it is could be vital to our investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to call West Midlands Police on 101 quoting crime number 20BE/22740V/18. Alternatively Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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POLICE in Tamworth need your help to find the man responsible for a heartless, cruel and unprovoked attack on a frail senior citizen in Tamworth on Tuesday.
CCTV footage captured an 84-year-old man being shoved out of the way at the main entrance to the Ankerside Shopping Centre in Tamworth.
Officers from Tamworth Local Policing Team have issued new CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with an assault.
The incident occurred at around 9:50am on Tuesday 30 January and so Police appealing for anyone who may be able to help identify the man to come forward.
CCTV stills taken from Ankerside Shopping Centre. Credit: Staffordshire Police
Chief Inspector Ashley Farrington, the commander for the Tamworth local policing team, said: “This is a despicable attack on an elderly gentleman who uses a stick to get around.
Fortunately, he only suffered minor injuries, but this sort of attack is never acceptable and so we are asking anyone who can help to get in touch so we can catch this bully.”
If you can identify the man shown in the video or know of his whereabouts, please call 101 quoting incident number 226 of 30 January.
You can also report information about crime by contacting the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
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STAFFORDSHIRE Fire and Rescue Service are reminding residents not to leave mirrors near windows after a fire at a care home in Rugeley.
The warning comes after a cleaner smelt burning on the first floor of the home in Chaseley Road. She raised the alarm and fire crews were called to the scene at 12:05pm on Thursday February 1.
Firefighters from Rugeley and Cannock found the fire in a first-floor bedroom. They wore four breathing apparatus and used a hose reel jet to extinguish the blaze.
Positive Pressure Ventilation (PPV) was used to clear smoke and an inspection of the room found the fire was caused by sunlight which had shone on a make-up mirror and ignited nearby curtains.
The destroyed make-up mirror and damage to the room. Credit: Staffordshire FARS
Station Manager Tim Hollingworth said: “It is very fortunate that the cleaner acted quickly when she smelt the smoke, before the alarms even activated, and the care home staff did an excellent job, working calmly and quickly, to evacuate residents.
“Crews quickly extinguished the fire and once it was safe, elderly residents were able to return to another area of the building to get out of the cold. Thankfully no one was injured but all residents were assessed by paramedics as a precaution as it was quite a shock for them having to be evacuated.
“People don’t realise that sunlight can be extremely powerful and if reflected off the surface of a mirror it can produce enough heat to ignite flammable materials.
“Always keep reflective items such as mirrors away from direct sunlight. Special care should be taken with convex and concave shaving or make-up mirrors which can magnify the sun’s rays onto combustible items such as blinds, curtains or bedding, causing them to ignite.”
For more information on home safety visit the dedicated webpage http://www.staffordshirefire.gov.uk/HomeSafety.asp or call the Service’s Community Advice Team on 0800 0241 999.
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POLICE in Tamworth need your help to find the man responsible for a heartless, cruel and unprovoked attack on a frail senior citizen in Tamworth on Tuesday.
CCTV footage captured an 84-year-old man being shoved out of the way at the main entrance to the Ankerside Shopping Centre in Tamworth.
The incident occurred at around 9:50am on Tuesday 30 January and so Police appealing for anyone who may be able to help identify the man to come forward.
Chief Inspector Ashley Farrington, the commander for the Tamworth local policing team, said: “This is a despicable attack on an elderly gentleman who uses a stick to get around.
Fortunately, he only suffered minor injuries, but this sort of attack is never acceptable and so we are asking anyone who can help to get in touch so we can catch this bully.”
If you can identify the man shown in the video or know of his whereabouts, please call 101 quoting incident number 226 of 30 January.
You can also report information about crime by contacting the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
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POLICE in Tamworth are appealing for help to identify the man pictured in connection with a burglary at The Globe pub in Lower Gungate, Tamworth on 8 December 2017.
The burglary took place between 2.20pm and 2.30pm when more than £2,000 in cash and spirits was stolen.
The man poloce would like to speak to appears to be white, but possibly mixed race. He was wearing a black cap, grey tracksuit, black jacket and carrying a JD sports bag.
If you recognise this man or have any information that could help the investigation, please call Stafforshire Police on 101 and quote incident number 444 of 8 December
You can also report information about crime by contacting the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or through their Anonymous Online Form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
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