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Welcome to WMnow

WMnow is a free email messaging service from West Midlands Police.

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When you sign up you can let us know what topics you’d like to hear about – whether that’s vehicle crime, burglaries or anti-social behaviour in your neighbourhood. You can also choose to receive updates from some of our partners including the fire service, Report Fraud and your local council.

Remember to share our updates with your friends, family and neighbours to help keep our communities safe and connected.

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"I've used WMnow for many years and the emails are very clear and useful for my area - I found the updates particularly helpful during the pandemic. The emails have helped me to feel at ease and updated with what's going on around me."

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Latest West Midlands Updates

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Shirley south crime update

Monday 15th June 2026 Good evening from the Shirley Neighbourhood Policing Team, Our team are h...

West Midlands Police
15/06/2026 16:09:15

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Shirley east crime update

Good afternoon from the Shirley Neighbourhood team. Here is a snapshot of crimes from 9th June 202...

West Midlands Police
15/06/2026 15:13:02

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Shirley West Crime update

15th June 2026 Good evening from the Shirley Neighbourhood Policing Team, Our team are hard at...

West Midlands Police
15/06/2026 15:05:39

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Police Surgery Erdington High Street : Thu 18 Jun 16:00

Dear Resident, Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at an event near you. Please ta...

West Midlands Police
15/06/2026 14:31:59

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