Police are hunting for answers after a 15-year-old boy was shot in Ward End Park, Birmingham, late Friday night.
Late Night Shooting Sparks Alarm
Paramedics called officers to the park near the Foxton Road entrance just before 10pm. The injured teen was rushed to the hospital with gunshot wounds but is now in a stable condition. Thankfully, his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Detectives Scramble to Track Down Shooter
The Major Crime Unit is combing through CCTV footage from the park and nearby areas. Detective Superintendent Ryan Chambers said, “This appears to be an isolated incident. We will increase police presence to support the investigation and reassure the community.”
Police Urge Witnesses to Speak Up
Officers are appealing to anyone who was near Ward End Park at the time or saw anything suspicious to come forward. Contact via Live Chat on the police website or call 101, quoting log 5589 of April 10.
