Firearm, Zombie Knife Seized and Two Teens Arrested in Hockley Raid
Two teenage boys have been arrested after West Midlands Police recovered a firearm, ammunition and a zombie knife during a pre-dawn raid at a property in Shakespear Crescent, Hockley.
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Police Statement
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police confirmed:
“We have seized a firearm and arrested two teenagers after carrying out a warrant at an address in Birmingham.
Officers from our Birmingham Gangs Team carried out the operation in Shakespear Crescent, Hockley, where they recovered a firearm, ammunition, and a zombie knife.”
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Ongoing Investigation
The arrests come amid rising concern about youth involvement in gang-related activity and knife crime across the region. Police say inquiries are ongoing and further action may follow.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is urged to contact West Midlands Police via 101, or anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
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