A ruthless knife gang from West Bromwich has been locked up following a terrifying attack that left two teenagers with life-changing injuries.
Zombie Knife Threat Sparks Violent Ambush
On 17 November last year, a teen was menaced with a terrifying zombie knife while sitting in his car on Huntington Road, West Bromwich. He was forced out of his vehicle and robbed of his wallet. The attackers then sped off in the stolen car.
The victim went to meet friends in another car on Lindsay Road, but the gang gave chase. They rammed their vehicle and attacked with machetes, stabbing two boys aged 17 and 21 in the legs. Both were rushed to hospital with severe wounds.
Police Track Down Fleeing Attackers with ANPR Cameras
The violent offenders fled but were caught after automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) cameras spotted the stolen car on Bullows Road. Officers pursued and arrested the suspects after a foot chase.
Sentences Handed Down for Knife Crime Terror
- Odin Borthwick-Melia, 19, from Clifton Avenue, Walsall, was sentenced to 12 years for wounding.
- A 17-year-old boy received six years for wounding, possession of a bladed weapon, affray, and aggravated vehicle taking.
- Three other 17-year-olds linked to affray and vehicle taking were handed 12-month youth referral orders.
Sandwell Police warned, “We take knife crime and weapon carrying seriously. If you know someone carrying a weapon, call 101 or report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
