Teenager seriously injured after collision following police chase

It happened in Balsall Heath, Birmingham.

Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 19th May 2024
Last updated 19th May 2024

Police are investigating after a teenager was seriously injured in a collision in Balsall Heath.

A Nissan Micra was being pursued by officers, after failing to stop, when it clipped another vehicle on Edward Road just before 12.50pm on Friday (17 May).

A teenage passenger, thrown from the Micra, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

He remains in a stable condition and has been arrested for possession of a firearm.

A second man, 28, made off from the vehicle but was arrested nearby on suspicion of firearms offences and possession of class A drugs.

Police said the weapon recovered was live and viable.

Officers are searching for a third man, who also made off from the vehicle.

Forensic tests are being carried out on the vehicle, as well as CCTV enquiries.

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