Lichfield

Sprite is slowly learning to trust through her new family after her rescue from shocking conditions.

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Carl Bishop, from Tamworth, says there was an emotional reunion with the man a few days later.

Francis Barber was closely associated with Samuel Johnson and lived at his townhouse for four years.

Some in the West Midlands welcome the move that is due to come into force in Nottingham and Stafford.

Lewis Davison, from Lichfield, is jailed for two years and two months after images were reported.

Billy Allison, 36, is accused of murdering Matthew O'Gara, who died after an alleged assault.