Two Men Seriously Hurt in Bartley Green Shooting
Police launch probe after a violent attack in Bartley Green left two men badly injured on Wednesday, August 28. West Midlands Police rushed to Clapgate Lane around 5:40pm, where paramedics were already treating a 48-year-old man with a gunshot wound.
Victims in Hospital with Serious Injuries
The 48-year-old victim was swiftly taken to hospital in serious condition. Meanwhile, a second man, believed to have been hurt in the same incident, arrived at hospital with a fractured skull. He remains in stable condition.
CCTV Enquiries Ongoing as Police Appeal for Witnesses
The exact scene of the attack is still unconfirmed. Officers are reviewing CCTV footage to pinpoint the location. West Midlands Police are urging anyone who was near Clapgate Lane around 5pm to come forward.
“Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial in piecing together the events that led to these serious injuries,” said a West Midlands Police spokesperson.
Community Urged to Stay Alert and Report Information
Residents and passersby with information are encouraged to contact police via the Live Chat on the West Midlands Police website or call 101 quoting log 3404 of August 28. The investigation is in its early stages, and authorities continue to appeal for the public’s help.
