Arrests following disorder in Bordesley Green

Four men and a teenage boy have been arrested after trouble outside the Clumsy Swan pub.

The Clumsy Swan pub
Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 9th Aug 2024
Last updated 9th Aug 2024

Police have arrested four men and a teenage boy on suspicion of violent disorder linked to a gathering in Bordesley Green.

Four men, one aged 28, two aged 23, one aged 22 and a 16-year-old boy were arrested this morning.

They were taken into custody on suspicion of violent disorder which took place the Clumsy Swan pub on Stoney Lane on Monday (5 August).

All five are in custody as we continue with our enquiries.

Chief Superintendent Richard North, commander at Birmingham LPA said: “We have made a number of arrests for violent disorder following the gathering on Monday night and we continue to work hard to arrest others.

“We want to reassure you that anyone participating in any criminality on our streets will be dealt with robustly."

A 46-year-old man has also been charged with possessing an offensive weapon during the Bordesley Green gathering.

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