Tag Archives: Accident

Cyclist hurt in Brownhills incident

Posted on September 16, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

Earlier this evening (Tuesday, 16th September 2014) there appears to have been an accident involving a cyclist on the Chester Road, Shire Oak, between the Friezland Lane junction and Anchor Bridge.

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Hednesford Road hit and run: police issue full statement

Posted on August 10, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

At 12:50am, Sunday 10th August 2014, there was a hit and run incident in Brownhills West, in which a white van hit two men on the pavement – West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses.

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Incident in Brownhills West in the early hours?

Posted on August 10, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

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Car accident in Brownhills on Saturday afternoon

Posted on July 21, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

There’s been some interest in a car accident that occurred on Saturday afternoon in Brownhills – official detail is scant and somewhat contradictory, but yesterday evening I spotted this press release from West Midlands Ambulance Service (WMAS).
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Did anyone see a car accident in Ogley Road on Saturday, please?

Posted on June 30, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

I’ve just had this enquiry in from long time reader and friend of the blog Scott Littleton – who’s had a bit of bad luck last weekend – It seems that on Saturday afternoon last (28th June 2014) a mystery car collided with Scott’s and fled the scene.

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Motorcyclist seriously hurt in Brownhills Accident

Posted on June 17, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

There’s been a nasty accident in Brownhills during rush hour this evening (17th June 2014), when a car and motorcycle were in collision at the junction of Chase Road and an industrial estate access road.
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Signatures still required on pedestrian crossings for Shire Oak petition

Posted on April 24, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

I’m running this request again for signatures to the online petition for pedestrian crossings in Shire Oak following the sad death of Jack Garrington – if you haven’t signed, please do.

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Please sign the petition requesting pedestrian crossings for Shire Oak

Posted on April 15, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

Since the tragic, awful death of 12 year old Jack Garrington on the Chester Road, Shire Oak last Thursday, 10th April 2014, many Brownhills folk and parents of kids attending Shire Oak from further afield have not only paid tribute to Jack, but also want to join together to improve road safety in the area.

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Pedestrian Crossings for Shire Oak – a campaign in memory of Jack Garrington

Posted on April 12, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

Following the tragic, heart-rending death of 12 year old Jack Garrington on the Chester Road, Shire Oak on Thursday, Brownhills has been in a state of shock – many locals have paid tribute to the young lad, floral tributes have been laid at the scene and it’s fair to say that a perceptible air of sadness has prevailed locally.
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Child dies in Brownhills Road accident – police statement

Posted on April 10, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

This afternoon, Thursday 10th April 2014, there’s been a serious accident involving a child and a lorry in Brownhills – sadly, the 12 year old involved has died at the scene.
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Road accident in Brownhills now

Posted on April 10, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

This afternoon, Thursday 10th April 2014, there’s been aserious accident involving a child and a lorry in Brownhills.

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Jamey Coleman hit and run – police appeal for further information

Posted on April 10, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

West Midlands Police continue their enquiries into the tragic death of local lad Jamey Coleman, who died following a hit and run accident at the junction of the A5 Watling Street and The Parade in the the early hours of Sunday, March 30th, 2014.
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Brownhills fatal hit run – Police issue statement

Posted on March 31, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

Following the fatal hit and run incident at the junction of the a5 Watling Street and The Parade in the the early hours of Sunday, March 30th, 2014, there has been huge interest and sympathy from the community – West midlands Police issued the following statement a few minutes ago…
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Fatal hit and run in Brownhills – appeal for help

Posted on March 30, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

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Accentuate the positive

Posted on February 21, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

It’s good to see that local cyclist, railwayman and blogger Aiden McHaffie has recently had some success in bringing to resolution a case of bad HGV driving, as recorded in a bike cam YouTube video.
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Police appeal for witnesses to fatal road collision in Walsall Wood

Posted on January 24, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

This sad news released just now from Walsall Police – sadly, the gentleman involved in the accident this morning in Walsall Wood has died.
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OAP fighting for life after Walsall Wood car accident

Posted on January 24, 2014 by BrownhillsBob

There’s been a nasty accident in Walsall Wood this morning, when an elderly gentleman was hit by a car in the High Street – the 86 year old is currently fighting for life after the incident just before 6am.
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A fit of Peake?

Posted on October 27, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

I had this one in a couple of days ago from Peter ‘Pedro’ Cutler, who continues his dogged research into local mining history, and the relationship between those above ground and those whose labours they depended upon beneath them.
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Police car crash in Brownhills this morning

Posted on October 26, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

There was a car accident this morning on the Pelsall Road, Brownhills, just on the east side of Highbridge near the Council Depot – formerly the Edward Rose Plant.
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Motorcyclist dies in Brownhills accident

Posted on October 7, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

Sad news spotted on Twitter and Facebook this evening – it seems a motorcyclist in his twenties died at the scene following a collision with a lorry near the Rising Sun island on the A5, Brownhills.

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Motorbike accident in Brownhills?

Posted on September 30, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

From reports on Twitter and Facebook, it seems there’s been a nasty accident in Brownhills near the Anchor Bridge Junction tonight (30th September 2013), between a car and a motorbike.
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One for the researchers here – Jeffrey Roberts. Can you help?

Posted on May 26, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

Here’s an intriguing thing from reader and local war historian Graeme Clarke, who readers may recall turned up the fascinating tale of ‘Walt’ Ruth Bagley, apparently from Walsall Wood.
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Private investigations

Posted on April 6, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

David Evans has had access in recent weeks to lots of material from the Norton Canes Historical Society – one of the things he found was a wonderful 1975 report into the Grove Pit Disaster.
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The curious incident of the crash in the night-time

Posted on February 24, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

Does anyone know what crashed up on the Rising Sun Island, Brownhills West, presumably on the night/morning of 23-24th February 2013?
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Never trust the ground beneath your feet

Posted on February 16, 2013 by BrownhillsBob

Over the last week, an incident of major proportions has occurred in the UK, at Hatfield, near Doncaster. It has gone largely under reported in the media, which is a scandal. This is a significant and worrying event, and is of interest to anyone interested in mining, industrial waste, spoil heaps, physical geography and geology.
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Selfish idiots

Posted on December 27, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

Readers will be well aware that on Christmas Day this year, there was a very nasty crash on the M6 between junctions 14 and 15. This crash caused the death of two young children and an adult travelling in the car. This resulted in the understandable closure of the motorway for some time.
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Things that went bump in the night

Posted on October 31, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

I’ve long held the belief that if you’re looking for someone in a crowded place, the best thing to do is stand patiently in the same place, and eventually they’ll walk past you. So I’m finding it is with local … Continue reading →

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An unimaginable hell

Posted on July 18, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

Peter ‘Pedro’ Cutler has been continuing his diligent work of researching the history of the Harrison Company and Family, looking into the darkest corners of the mining industry in Brownhills and its surrounds over a century ago. Peter is particularly … Continue reading →

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A request from Aiden MacHaffie

Posted on June 10, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

You’ll no doubt remember the story of Aiden MacHaffie, the unfortunate cyclist and parter of fellow blogger Linda Mason. Aiden, you’ll recall, had a nasty accident in Birmingham which wasn’t his fault. Aiden and Linda were thoroughly let down by … Continue reading →

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Resolution for Aiden

Posted on May 17, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

I’m pleased to say that the sad case of Aiden McHaffie, covered here several times, seems to have reached a satisfactory resolution with apologies and other remedial action from West Midlands Police. Aiden himself wrote about it on his blog last … Continue reading →

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Still no justice from Aiden: Protect your arse and serve nobody

Posted on May 12, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

I note with some concern that fellow cyclists Aiden Mchaffee and Linda Mason are still struggling to get any action out of West Midlands Police following Aiden’s dreadful accident in Birmingham last March. Aiden has been regularly blogging events, and regular … Continue reading →

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Friezand Lane crash: Express & Star reporting at it’s best

Posted on April 27, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

Following yesterday’s dreadful crash in Friezland Lane, Brownhills, the story has started to make the local news sites. I note with some amusement that the Express & Star reporter, although apparently being able to find the site of the crash … Continue reading →

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Freizland Lane accident: Statement from West Midlands Ambulance Service

Posted on April 26, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

I’ve just received this update from West Midlands Ambulance service. Thursday 26th April – 9.00pm – Suzie Fothergill. Six teenagers have been injured following a road traffic collision in Brownhills this afternoon. West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to the … Continue reading →

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Cycling safety: Justice for Aiden, plus Linda on Radio WM

Posted on April 25, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

Just a quick note to point out that Aiden McHaffie, the keen cyclist currently nursing a broken wing after being involved in an accident in Birmingham, seems to be receiving some justice at last. On Monday, I offered my opinion … Continue reading →

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Accident on the A5, Watling Street in Brownhills yesterday

Posted on April 16, 2012 by BrownhillsBob

It seems that yesterday morning, a motorcyclist was involved in a collision with a car at the Parade Junction in Brownhills. It is apparent that the rider was attending the Chasewater Transport Show. I know lots of you are seeking … Continue reading →

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Road traffic incident in Brownhills High Street last night?

Posted on November 6, 2011 by BrownhillsBob

Apparently, there was a road traffic incident in Brownhills High Street last night (5th Novvember 2011) at around 9pm. Most of the details I have are due to social media – Twatter and Facebook are invaluable at times like this. … Continue reading →

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Tragic crash on the A5 last night

Posted on June 18, 2011 by BrownhillsBob

Last night (Friday, 17th June 2011) there was a bad accident at the junction of the B5011 Chase Road and the A5 watling Street in Newtown, Brownhills. The accident was between a heavy goods vehicle and a Kia Ri0, two … Continue reading →

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From Walsall Express & Star – Runaway car hits pensioner on scooter

Posted on October 9, 2010 by BrownhillsBob

Crikey, nasty. Could have been much, much worse, however, so I guess we should be thankful for that. My best wishes to the unfortunate lady concerned. Here’s wishing her a speedy recovery, and take care.   A pensioner escaped major … Continue reading →

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Remembrance

Posted on October 3, 2010 by BrownhillsBob

I was pleased to see today that there were loads of flowers on the Grove Pit Memorial in Brownhills Cemetery. It’s nice to see so many people remember those lost men, and marked their passing so lovingly. We shall never … Continue reading →

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Was yer ferther a miner?

Posted on September 23, 2010 by BrownhillsBob

I had a lovely email from Janet Whittaker, who regular readers will remember asked last week about the grave of her grandfather, John Bernard Whittaker. John died in the Grove Pit Disaster in 1930, and Janet, her family having moved … Continue reading →

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John Bernard Whittaker, rest in peace.

Posted on September 20, 2010 by BrownhillsBob

Further to yesterday’s enquiry from Janet Whittaker, and my subsequent blog post, this evening I went to see if I could find the resting place of John Whittaker, Janet’s grandfather, tragically lost along with 13 other miners in the Grove … Continue reading →

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The Grove Pit Disaster Mining Memorial, Brownhills Cemetery

Posted on September 19, 2010 by BrownhillsBob

I’ve had an enquiry from Janet Whittaker, granddaughter of John Whittaker, who died in the Grove Pit Disaster in 1930. Janet had this to say: I came accross your website whilst looking for a site for Walsall Wood Cemertary as … Continue reading →

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