Detectives have launched a manhunt after a man in his 60s was stabbed by a group of masked men in Alum Rock, Birmingham. The victim remains in hospital following the attack, which occurred on St Saviours Road at around 11.55pm on Tuesday, July 7.
Attack Details and Victim Condition
According to West Midlands Police, the victim was assaulted by several men described as Asian and wearing masks. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after the attack, and the man was rushed to hospital. His current condition has not been disclosed, but he remains under medical care.
Detective Chief Inspector Jim Mahon, leading the investigation, stated: “We understand this is worrying for people in the area, and local officers will be remaining there to speak to anyone with concerns over the coming days. There is currently nothing to suggest any connection with any other recent incidents in the area, but we are keeping an open mind about the motivation for what has happened. Our priority right now is identifying those responsible and bringing them into custody as quickly as possible.”
Community Reaction and Safety Concerns
The attack has left local residents deeply concerned. One person commented: “Even pensioners are not safe.” Others expressed frustration with the area, noting a recent unrelated incident where a 16-year-old was shot on nearby Bowyer Road a week earlier. A resident remarked: “Alum Rock. I’m surprised [it's] such a peaceful area...” while another added: “Alum rock no surprise there.” Some directed criticism at the government, with one person alleging: “Government does not care. [The] UK has one of [the] highest crime rates in Europe.”
Police Investigation and Appeal for Information
A section of St Saviour's Road remains cordoned off as forensic and CCTV inquiries continue. Officers are speaking to potential witnesses and reviewing doorbell and dashcam footage. A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “We’re investigating after a man in his 60s was stabbed in Birmingham last night. We were called to St Saviours Road in Alum Rock, at around 11.55pm yesterday (7 July). It’s believed he had been attacked by a number of men, who were described as Asian and wearing masks. He remains in hospital today. Our investigation is at an early stage, and officers remain at the scene carrying out forensic and CCTV enquiries, and speaking to people in the area.”
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward. They are particularly keen to speak to anyone who may have dashcam or doorbell footage from the area. Witnesses can contact West Midlands Police on 101 or via Live Chat on the force’s website, quoting log 6513 of 7 July. Alternatively, Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555111.
