Two men arrested after Smethwick shooting

The pair are being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder.

Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 7th Dec 2023

Police have arrested two men on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a shooting in Smethwick.

On 23 October, a man in his 20s was dropped off by a vehicle at Birmingham City Hospital in the early hours of the morning with a leg injury.

His injuries were not life threatening. Police believe the shooting took place on Cape Hill in Smethwick.

Officers have now arrested two men, aged 22 and 25, on suspicion of attempted murder.

They both remain in custody for questioning.

West Midlands Police said it takes "a hard-lined approach in the fight against suspected serious and organised crime activity. "

Officers are using local intelligence, seizing goods, carrying out warrants and targeting offenders.

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