Two charged following Birmingham carjacking

It happened in Harborne yesterday morning.

Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 10th Dec 2023

Police have charged two people in connection with a carjacking in Birmingham.

The pair were arrested shortly after a BMW convertible was stolen off Metchley Lane, Harborne, yesterday morning (9 December).

Zoheb Gul, aged 29, has been charged with robbery, possession of an offensive weapon, dangerous driving, disqualified driving and having no insurance.

Amina Abdullah, aged 38, has also been charged with robbery. They have both been remanded to appear before Birmingham Magistrates Court tomorrow (11 December).

Two people who were with the vehicle just before it was stolen were not seriously injured.

West Midlands Police said vehicle crime remains a priority and they "do not underestimate the inconvenience, fear and distress of having a car stolen causes."

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