West Midlands Police appealing for information after armed attack in Birmingham

It's after two men were found to have non life threatening injuries yesterday.

Author: Katie JonesPublished 15th Apr 2024

West Midlands Police are appealing for information after two men sustained injuries following a disorder in Birmingham yesterday (14 April).

More than half-a-dozen men - some armed with weapons - set upon the two men in Hampton Road, Aston, at around 5.45pm.

A man, in his 30s suffered a slash wound, and a second man, in his 40s, suffered a knife wound to his hand.

Both men were taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening.

Officers have arrested three men in connection with the disorder - two who were arrested on suspicion of assault, and one on suspicion of affray.

Police are reviewing CCTV and carrying out other enquiries in the area to help them identify who was responsible and why.

They have stepped up patrols and are asking for anyone who can assist their enquiries to come forward.

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