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Watch: A deliberate collision as West Mercia Police say they saw £4million worth of 'Crash for cash' fraud in a month

The force that polices Shropshire's roads say they have received nearly 1,000 reports relating to the so-called “Crash for Cash” scam - in just one month alone.

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Police hunt man, dog and car with no registration plate over report of hare coursing near the Wrekin

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More than 50 animals seized from rescue centre following concerns for welfare

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Police seize untaxed vehicle in Oswestry and issue reminder to residents: 'Fulfill your responsibilities!'

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10-year-old girl seriously injured after being hit by car in Oswestry

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Telford man, 39, denies sexual assaults on child

Pensioner who caused fatal A49 crash avoids jail after court hears her driving was careless but not dangerous

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Banned for life: Pervert teacher who worked in Shropshire kicked out of profession after agency reviews child porn evidence against him

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Man arrested in connection with 'get your delivery' QR code stickers advertising drugs around Shrewsbury

'Maybe my speedometer is broken?' Police unimpressed by driver's explanation for speeding past them at 91mph

Fatal crash near Welshpool: Two men charged with causing death by dangerous driving and failing to stop

Telford road rage driver who stamped on policeman's head causing permanent hearing loss will serve no extra jail time

Shrewsbury man who strangled, punched and spat at his partner sent to the prison cells with judge's warning ringing in his ears

Two arrested after driver dies in crash which also seriously injures child

36 drivers reported for speeding in just one week over issues on problem Whitchurch road

'Obsessive' Telford man had indecent images of children as young as three

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