A 16-year-old boy has been seriously wounded in a stabbing incident in Bordesley Green, prompting a major police investigation.
Violent Attack in Pretoria Road
The attack occurred on Pretoria Road around 3:30 PM on Saturday (February 15). Emergency services rushed to the scene following multiple 999 calls reporting a knife attack.
West Midlands Police officers arrived to find the teenage victim suffering from severe stab wounds. Paramedics stabilised him at the scene before he was rushed to hospital, where medical staff have confirmed his condition is stable.
Hospital Disturbance Linked to Attack
Shortly after the stabbing, police were alerted to a disorder at a Birmingham hospital, believed to be connected to the incident. Authorities quickly heightened security measures to protect staff and patients.
Police Appeal for Information
West Midlands Police are conducting extensive enquiries into the attack, urging witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.
The force released a statement saying:
“We are aware of an increase in knife-related crime in the region and are actively working to bring those responsible for this violent attack to justice.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact police via Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk or call 101, quoting log 2746 of 15 February.
To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
This is a developing story, and further updates will follow as the investigation continues.
