Four people have been arrested as part of an ongoing attempted murder investigation after a woman and a child were struck by a car in Birmingham earlier this year.
The incident occurred on 1 February 2025 in Albert Road, Stechford, where a vehicle mounted the pavement, hitting the victims before fleeing the scene. The woman and child were both taken to hospital, where they were treated for their injuries.
Arrests Made
West Midlands Police confirmed today that two men, aged 46 and 22, and a 38-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
A fourth individual has also been detained in connection with the investigation, though their role has not yet been formally disclosed. All four are currently in police custody, where they are being questioned.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We are continuing our investigation into the shocking incident in Stechford which left a woman and child injured. These arrests are a significant development, but our enquiries remain ongoing.”
Appeal for Witnesses
The force is continuing to appeal for any witnesses, CCTV or dashcam footage from the area at the time of the incident. Detectives are especially keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the car involved before or after the collision.
Information can be passed to police by calling 101 or by using the Live Chat function on the West Midlands Police website. Quote log number 20/207458/24 when providing information.
Community Reaction
The incident, which took place in a residential area, caused shock and concern among locals. Residents described hearing a “loud bang” and seeing emergency services rush to the scene.
One neighbour, who wished to remain anonymous, said: “It was terrifying. A car speeding like that with no regard for people—especially hitting a child—it’s just horrible.”
Ongoing Investigation
Police have not yet released details on the motive behind the incident or the relationship between the suspects and victims. The investigation remains active, and updates are expected in the coming days.
Anyone with information is urged to contact West Midlands Police via 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
