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Birmingham mother, 31, found guilty of killing two-month-old daughter in West Bromwich

A woman has been found guilty of killing her two-month-old baby daughter in West Bromwich.

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Supporting image for story: Prolific Sandwell burglar jailed for 13 years after targeting pensioners in numerous thefts across the West Midlands
Prolific Sandwell burglar jailed for 13 years after targeting pensioners in numerous thefts across the West Midlands
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Date 94-year-old woman will be sentenced for causing death of woman by dangerous driving near Stourbridge Tesco Express
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