Five men sentenced for Grindr-related robberies in Birmingham

Five men were sentenced to nearly 80 years in prison for a series of robberies in Birmingham and Derby, where they used dating apps like Grindr to lure victims. Over £100,000 was stolen in 10 months. The group planned and executed their crimes at locations such as Golden Hillock Park. They threatened victims with weapons and stole cars, wallets, and identification documents. West Midlands Police shared details of the investigation on BBC Crimewatch, highlighting how detectives gathered evidence to secure convictions. The men were sentenced on January 13, 2025.