Police have made three arrests following a shooting on a busy Birmingham street that left one man injured.
Shooting on Stratford Road
The incident occurred near the junction of Stratford Road and Durham Road in Sparkhill, Birmingham, at approximately 7.25pm on Saturday, December 27. According to West Midlands Police, gunshots were fired in the area, prompting a significant emergency response.
Injury and Arrests
One man sustained a minor injury, which officers believe was caused by flying shrapnel. A vehicle was also damaged in the incident. Police officers arrived swiftly at the scene, where they witnessed a number of men attempting to flee.
During their immediate enquiries, officers seized a quantity of cannabis and an amount of cash. Three men, aged 23, 25, and 27, were subsequently arrested on suspicion of possession with intent to supply drugs. All three remain in police custody for questioning.
Police Appeal for Information
West Midlands Police have confirmed their investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the event and identify all those involved. A police spokesperson issued a direct appeal to the public for assistance.
"We're continuing to work to establish exactly what happened, and who was involved," the statement read. "Anyone with information is asked to contact us via Live Chat on our website, or by calling 101, and quote log 3439 of 27/12/25."
Social media footage from the evening showed multiple police vehicles and crime scene tape sealing off sections of the road, underscoring the seriousness with which authorities are treating this act of gun crime on a public street.
