West Midlands Police have confirmed that three teenagers have been charged in relation to the stabbing of another teen in Longbridge on Wednesday (13th September).
The three 16 year olds – who cannot be named for legal reasons – will appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court this morning (Friday 15th September) on charges of wounding.
West Midlands Police and Ambulance services were called just after 11am when a 18 year old lad entered nearby JobCentre Plus at the junction with Bristol Road South looking for help.
A short time later – at around 12.30-1pm – four teens were arrested in Longbridge town centre.
A 16 year old boy remains in a stable condition in hospital after receiving stab wounds to his buttock and leg in the incident.
If you have any information about this incident or have concerns that people you know are carrying knives, please call West Midlands Police on 101. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org
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