Chaos exploded in Kingswinford after gunfire and a stabbing shattered the peace in the early hours. West Midlands Police swooped, arresting six men following the violent rampage on Ketley Fields just after 1am on 18 February.
Stabbing Victim Hospitalised But Stable
A 23-year-old man was found with stab wounds and rushed to hospital. Luckily, his injuries are not thought to be life-changing. In a shock twist, police also arrested him on suspicion of firearm possession.
High-Speed Chase Ends in Dramatic Arrests
Armed officers, backed by the National Police Air Service (NPAS), launched a high-speed pursuit that concluded on Oak Lane with four more arrests. Two men, aged 22 and 29, were caught hiding up in trees, while another 22-year-old was found down a well with a broken leg and taken to hospital for treatment.
Nearby, two more men, aged 23 and 33, were arrested as police closed in. All six suspects now face firearm possession charges.
Police Lock Down Area, Appeal for Information
A police cordon remains on Ketley Fields as inquiries continue. West Midlands Police have increased patrols to reassure locals still shaken by the terrifying violence.
