Three arrests after BBC investigation into criminal network on High Street
BBC • 11/27/2025 • Last cited 11/27/2025
Summary
Two Iranian men and a British man have been arrested following raids in Birmingham and the West Midlands as part of a BBC investigation into a criminal network operating on High Street. The arrests are linked to allegations of organized crime, although further details on the specific charges have not been disclosed.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
48 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
8
Tier (0-10)
BBC
0
Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score47/100
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Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Moderate trust (8/20 pts)
Consensus: Single source - no independent confirmation yet
Age: 48 days - proven survivor
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