Police in Lye dismantled a chop shop, arrested a man, and recovered stolen vehicles on Jan. 18, 2026.

Police in Lye, West Midlands, uncovered a chop shop on January 18, 2026, after spotting a suspicious vehicle during a patrol. Multiple stolen cars from the Midlands and surrounding areas were found partially dismantled, with engines and parts missing. A 46-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of handling stolen goods and released on bail. The operation was led by the Project Guardian taskforce, focused on reducing youth violence. Authorities are seeking public information through 101, online chat, or Crimestoppers, referencing incident number 1259.