WANTED: James Liddle
James Frederick Liddle, from Atherstone, was released on license on the 1st September after being sentenced to 8 weeks in prison after an assault. He has been recalled to prison after breaching his license conditions.
Anyone who has any information as to his whereabouts is asked to get in touch with Warwickshire Police on 101.
WANTED: James Liddle
John David Blakeman, currently of no fixed abode, was arrested at 11.35pm Thursday (27th August) by armed officers on Long Road, Atherstone.
He has been remanded in custody and will appear at Leamington Magistrates Court tomorrow morning (Saturday 29th August).
The report was made to police at 9.30pm out of concern for the man’s welfare and no other members of the public were put at risk. No shots were fired but distraction devices were used to allow officers to detain the man. An imitation firearm was recovered.
The incident happened shortly before 16.30hrs on Sunday, April 5, in Meadow Street, Atherstone.
The officer suffered a slight injury to his arm and was taken to A&E to be checked over.
Stewart John Gee, aged 21, of Oversetts Road, Swadlincote, Derbyshire was charged with possession of an air weapon whilst committing a schedule one offence.
He appeared at Leamington Magistrates’ Court on Monday April 6, where he was bailed to appear at crown court on July 27, 2015.
The second person arrested, an 18 year old man, was released with no further police action.
Detective Inspector Neil Reader said: “This is a popular, well-attended and long-established event, however this year, CCTV footage of the game has revealed an increased level of violence, which raises concerns for public safety. We would like to hear from anyone who attended the game this year and considers that they were a victim of assault “off the ball”.
Anyone who wishes to report an assault, or who witnessed one, is asked to contact Detective Inspector Reader at Nuneaton CID on 02476 641111. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org
Michael Parker is 48 years old and has not been seen since 3pm on Sunday 7 December 2014 at when he was dropped at his home address in Atherstone town centre by a family member.
He is described as white, 5’8’’ tall and of medium build. He wears glasses and has brown hair which is grey to the sides and is worn with a parting to the centre. Michael is normally clean shaven and has both arms tattooed from the wrist to the shoulder.
He is believed to have been wearing a black jacket and blue jeans with trainers when he was last seen.
Police are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare.
Officers are asking people to report any sightings of a man matching his description to Warwickshire Police on the non-emergency number 101.
Alternatively, please remember that Crimestoppers can also be called anonymously on 0800 555 111 if you have information you’d like to pass on without identifying yourself.
The collision involved a white transit van and a blue and white Suzuki motorcycle, which were both travelling in the direction of the M42.
The motorcycle rider, a 46-year-old man, sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The rider has not been formerly named at this time and Tamworth Informed ask you respect families privacy by not naming them. Our thoughts are with their family and friends.
The driver of the van, a 36-year-old man, was arrested and released on bail until Sunday 7 December.
An ambulance, a rapid response vehicle and a paramedic officer attended the scene.
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokesman said: “Crews arrived to find a motorcycle and a lorry that had been in a collision.
“Unfortunately, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save the motorcyclist and sadly he was confirmed dead at the scene.
“The driver of the lorry was uninjured in the crash but was checked over by medics for the effects of shock. He didn’t require further treatment.”
Police are seeking any witnesses to the incident or who saw the vehicles prior to the collision. Police would also like to speak to the driver or occupants of a small to medium sized car, which was in the area at the time of the collision.
To give information, please contact PC Steve Jones of the Operational Police Unit in Rugby on 01926 415415 extension 3890.
Stagecoach Midlands has been working closely with businesses in and around Birch Coppice to identify new routes and service times to better match their shift patterns.
The new Service 767 which was introduced from Saturday October 11th, operating between Tamworth and Nuneaton via Birch Coppice and Atherstone provides a very early morning and evening service Mondays to Saturdays which leaves Tamworth Town Centre at 423am.
A Sunday service is also introduced in the early morning and evening, again providing links between Tamworth and Nuneaton via Birch Coppice. There are also some amendments in peak hours to the Mondays to Saturdays existing service 766, with journeys being extended to Nuneaton from Atherstone.
Together these improvements mean that residents of Tamworth without access to a car will be able to seek employment at Birch Coppice and at employers along the route, with the confidence that transport will be available seven days a week. Existing employees at Birch Coppice and local companies in Tamworth and elsewhere along the route will be able to choose to leave the car or bike at home and take the bus.
Birch Coppice is a major employment site, with over 15 medium and large businesses, employing over 4,500 people, including online food retailer Ocado, the automotive parts company Eurocarparts and package delivery firm UPS. Further expansion is expected over the next few years creating even more job opportunities in an already flourishing North Warwickshire economy.
Steve Burd, Managing Director Stagecoach Midlands, said’: “We see a great opportunity to link people living in the Nuneaton, Atherstone and Tamworth areas with the considerable employment opportunities at Birch Coppice.
“The launch of our improved service 766 timetable and new service 767 on 11th October follows considerable consultation with major employers at Birch Coppice, Job Centre Plus, North Warwickshire Borough Council and Warwickshire County Council.
“We sincerely hope that these efforts by all concerned will enable a significant number of people to secure new employment, as well as enabling existing staff at Birch Coppice to travel to and from work in a more environmentally friendly manner.”
Councillor Ray Sweet, North Warwickshire Borough Council member representing Baddesley and Grendon, said: “We have been working hard for about 18 months to encourage an extended bus service, so this is a great development for North Warwickshire.
“The new timetable is specifically geared up to cover shift work and that can only be a big plus for people working at Birch Coppice and for anyone in the surrounding towns and villages who is looking for employment. We look forward to hearing about the success of the new route.“
West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to Watling Street, Witherley, shortly after 7am this morning and sent an ambulance, a community paramedic and a paramedic area support officer to the scene. An off-duty community paramedic was also on scene to offer additional support.
The car which struck the pedestrian - image thanks to WMAS
A West Midlands Ambulance Service man said: “Crews arrived to find a pedestrian, a man in his 30s, lying unconscious on the road and a car that had suffered significant damage to the windscreen and roof in the collision.
“The man, who remained unconscious throughout, was assessed by ambulance staff and treated for a serious head injury, a broken left leg and suspected fractures to his pelvis and spine.
“He was fully immobilised with the use of a neck collar, pelvic splint and scoop stretcher before being transported on alert to the major trauma centre at University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire.
“Emergency medical treatment continued en-route to the hospital but unfortunately the man’s injuries are deemed to be extremely serious.
“The driver of the car was uninjured in the incident.”
They made off in a white Seat Ibiza from the rear of the Atherstone Leisure Centre. The offenders then collected a second vehicle in a nearby lane, which was a white Audi Q7.
Police have released images of a third man who they wish to speak to in connection with the incident.
Detective Inspector Neil Reader said: “This is an appalling act of violence towards well respected members of the business community in North Warwickshire. The use of a firearm in any crime raises fears and clearly presents a very real perception of violence. I seek to reassure all communities that crimes involving firearms within Warwickshire are extremely rare.
“My team have worked tirelessly to investigate this offence and the apprehension of two offenders and charges that followed is a credit to them and the involvement of the community. I am seeking further information from anyone that has any information regarding the third person, as identified in the still image, with the ‘Henleys’ top on. I am also appealing for further information relating to any sightings of the Seat Ibiza, and a white Audi Q7 within the Atherstone area near to the time of the incident”
If anyone has any information they can contact Nuneaton CID on 02476641111 or Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via their website: www.crimestoppers-uk.org”
The Borough Council’s Community Projects Officer, Lori Harvey and Kelly Clarke from Second Chance, which runs the Foodbank, spent the day in the Co-op chatting to people about the scheme and promoting the Co-op as a new collection point.
L-R, Sharon Lockett from Co-op, Lori Harvey from North Warwickshire Borough Council; Kelly Clarke from Second Chance and Sue Blower from Co-op
Since April 2013, the Foodbank has provided 1,562 food parcels to residents in North Warwickshire and it also supports 15 community groups including community cafes, cooking clubs and school breakfast clubs. Since December 2013, 5,417 breakfasts have been served up to school students, thanks to items supplied from the Foodbank.
Lori commented on the success of the event: “ I was honestly astonished at the generosity of local people. Most people donated items on the list such as tins of soup, meat, fish or vegetables, bread, coffee and sugar. Others gave us special items such as cakes, which they said were for treats – a lovely thought.
“I’m hoping more people will donate at the Co-op now they know more about our Foodbank scheme.”
James Knight, Manager at the Co-op added: “As an ethical retailer, Central England Co-operative is working with the Borough Council and 2nd Chance to offer a Foodbank Collection Point for customers to donate food in our Co-operative in Atherstone.
“We held a dedicated Foodbank Collection day where volunteers from the Borough Council, Second Chance and other local organisations collected food in store and gave advice and information. We’d like to thank our generous customers for their donations.”
Donations for the Foodbank are welcome at either of the Atherstone Co-op stores on Long Street.
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