Overview
- West Midlands Police are searching for 17-year-old Oumar Traore, named as wanted over the killing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama on Hutton Road on November 16.
- Police say they made several attempts to arrest Traore and urge the public not to approach him; sightings should be reported via 999, with information also accepted by Crimestoppers.
- Section 60 powers covered parts of Handsworth Wood and nearby areas from Monday afternoon until 7am Tuesday, with extra officers deployed for visibility and reassurance.
- A forensic cordon and blue tent remain at the scene more than 48 hours after the stabbing, with some businesses within the tape and residents escorted to their homes.
- Homicide detectives describe the incident as a violent street attack and say specialist officers are supporting the victim’s family as inquiries continue.