Man Surrenders After Brutal Homophobic Assault in Bromsgrove
A 31-year-old man handed himself in to police yesterday following a vicious attack in Bromsgrove. He’s now been arrested on suspicion of wounding and remains in custody.
Two Suspects Still on the Run
Police are hunting two Birmingham men, Sohail Khan, 24, and 21-year-old Ishaaq Ayaz. They are wanted over an assault at 4am on Sunday, 15 August, on Bromsgrove Street. The attack left one man unconscious and another with serious cuts.
Victims Targeted with Bottles After Homophobic Abuse
The victims, both men in their 30s, were attacked with bottles after being subjected to homophobic abuse shouted from a passing car. Sergeant Marc Petford from Force CID said:
“This was a brutal attack and we need to find the people responsible. We’ve had a good response to our appeal and I’m grateful for people sharing it far and wide. One man has been arrested following our appeal and I would encourage the other two to follow suit and also come and speak to us.”
Call in with Information Now
If you have any details on the whereabouts of Sohail Khan or Ishaaq Ayaz, contact West Midlands Police on 101. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111. Quote log 552 of 15 August when you call.
