West Midlands crime rates fall but road deaths rise

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Sept, 21:59

Crime and anti-social behaviour offences have reduced across the West Midlands in the last two years.

Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster reported that crime and anti-social behaviour offences have fallen over the last two years. However, while fewer people have been killed on West Midlands roads, serious injuries from road incidents have increased. Foster said improving road safety remains a priority.

How it is being reported

• Fewer people killed on West Midlands roads - but rise in serious injuriesBirmingham World · 21 Sept, 15:21
• Fewer people killed on West Midlands roads - but rise in serious injuriesExpress & Star · 21 Sept, 15:21
• Crime rates across West Midlands fall - despite 'harsh reality' of policingBirmingham World · 21 Sept, 13:28
• Crime rates across West Midlands fall - despite 'harsh reality' of policingExpress & Star · 21 Sept, 13:28

In this story: Simon Foster · West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner · West Midlands

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