Overview
- West Midlands Police say two boys aged 14 and 15 were attacked with a machete outside Boss Mart 3 on Stratford Road in Shirley at about 9pm on February 7.
- Both victims remain in hospital, and officers now confirm one has sustained life-changing injuries; a third 15-year-old was punched and did not require hospital treatment.
- A 14-year-old was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and has been bailed pending further enquiries, and a 12-year-old was arrested on Sunday on the same suspicion.
- Detectives continue to investigate, have increased patrols in the area for reassurance, and are appealing for dashcam or mobile footage from witnesses.
- Local business owner Maan Al Naif of Cleopatra's Kitchen reported washing blood from outside his restaurant and said the violence has left him considering relocation.