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Murder Most Foul, the Memories of a Murder Investigator

Join retired Detective Sergeant James McManus as he tells stories of his 30+ years of policing in Birmingham. Hear as he recalls some of the most memorable cases he worked on, the interesting characters he met and the changes he encountered throughout his career after he first joined Birmingham City Police in the 1960s.

The talk will take place of our Victorian Lock-up. Some of the floors in the building are uneven, so sensible shoes should be worn.

Hot and soft drinks will be available to buy.

How to get there
The West Midlands Police Museum is located in Birmingham city centre, on Steelhouse Lane, opposite the Children’s Hospital. We are only a few minutes’ walk from Snow Hill Station and are close to the Upper Bull Street tram stop. There is no onsite parking. Parking is located nearby, both on street parking and commercial car parks.

Organised by West Midlands Police Museum

DATE & TIME

Wed 16 Sept | 6.15pm- 7.30pm

LOCATION

West Midlands Police Museum, 40 Steelhouse Lane, B4 6BJ

COST

£10

BOOKING

Booking required

ACCESS

This event is accessible for wheelchair users. The museum has an accessible entrance on the side of the building on Coleridge Passage. There is also a lift to access the basement.

Have a question?

Email our co-ordinator:
Irene.deboo@birminghammuseums.org.uk

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Your Heritage:
Your Stories: Your City
11—20 Sept 2026