15-year-old stabbed in park in Great Barr
Police tell us the teenager's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
Last updated 18th Mar 2025
Police are investigating after a 15-year-old boy was stabbed in Turnberry Park in Great Barr.
It happened shortly after 4pm yesterday.
The teenager was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital with serious injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening.
Insp Claire Jones, who oversees policing in the Perry Barr constituency, said: "We know how much concern this incident has caused in the area, and will be putting extra patrols in place to offer reassurance to residents.
"We have officers working with schools in the area, and are listening to their concerns.
"I would urge witnesses or people with information to get in touch with us as soon as possible so we can identify and arrest those responsible."