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Attempted Murder Arrest After Northfield Shooting
30 May
Summary
- Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shooting.
- Victim sustained leg wounds; injuries not life-threatening.
- Suspect, 21, arrested in Nottingham; second man detained.
An arrest has been made in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in Northfield, Birmingham, just before 4:30 PM BST on Thursday. A 21-year-old man was apprehended in Nottingham on suspicion of attempted murder.
The victim sustained bullet wounds to his leg during the attack on Gorsymead Grove. His injuries were assessed by medical professionals and are not considered life-threatening. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
A second man, aged 25, was also taken into custody on suspicion of assisting an offender. Both individuals are currently being held for further questioning. Detectives are actively seeking information from eyewitnesses and appealing for any available video footage of the event to aid their investigation. Local police have increased patrols in the Northfield area to provide reassurance to the community.
