LEE Martin has been charged following a West Midlands Police manhunt.

Lee Martin of Trinity Road, Aston has been charged with kidnap, threats to kill, wounding with intent, false imprisonment, four counts of robbery, attempted robbery, three counts of assault, aggravated vehicle taking, four counts of possession of a bladed weapon, dangerous driving and two counts of criminal damage.

Following a media appeal, the 41-year-old was arrested on Tuesday (14 September) in Ladywood.

He was remanded to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court today.