Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after shots fired in Smethwick

A 21-year-old man has been arrested after shots were fired at the Avenue Bar on Rolfe Street in Smethwick.

Author: Molly HookingsPublished 8th Jul 2024

A 21-year-old man is being questioned on suspicion of attempted murder after shots were fired at a restaurant in Smethwick.

Three people were injured at the Avenue Bar on Rolfe Street when it happened in the early hours of 17 June.

The suspect was arrested following a tip-off.

A another man - a 23-year-old - was previously arrested but has since been bailed.

West Midlands Police say they're keen to speak to anyone who has any information about what happened. They say people can call 101 and quote '412 of 17 June'.