Police Continue Search for Gunman After Teenager Shot at Ward End Park
West Midlands Police are intensifying their hunt for a gunman following a serious shooting incident at a Birmingham park that left a teenage boy with life-threatening injuries. The attack occurred at the Foxton Road entrance to Ward End Park during the evening of Friday, April 10, 2026, prompting a major emergency response and ongoing criminal investigation.
Emergency Response to Serious Shooting Incident
West Midlands Ambulance Service received emergency calls at approximately 9:53 PM reporting a shooting on Ward End Park Road in the Washwood Heath area of Birmingham. Paramedics dispatched multiple emergency vehicles including an ambulance, two paramedic officers, and a MERIT trauma doctor accompanied by a critical care paramedic to the scene.
Upon arrival, medical crews discovered a 15-year-old male victim suffering from serious gunshot wounds. The teenager received immediate emergency treatment at the location before being transported to hospital under emergency driving conditions for further medical care.
Police Investigation and Community Reassurance
The West Midlands Police Major Crime Unit has taken charge of the investigation, describing the shooting as a targeted attack rather than a random act of violence. Detective Superintendent Ryan Chambers emphasized that this appears to be an isolated incident while confirming that no arrests have been made at this stage of the investigation.
Police detectives are currently reviewing extensive CCTV footage from both within Ward End Park and the surrounding neighborhood areas, seeking crucial evidence that could lead to identifying the perpetrator. Authorities have issued a public appeal for anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
Increased Police Presence in Local Area
To address community concerns and support the criminal investigation, West Midlands Police have implemented an increased visible presence in the Ward End Park vicinity. This heightened police activity aims to both gather additional evidence and provide reassurance to local residents following the violent incident.
Detective Superintendent Chambers stated: "This appears to be an isolated incident and there will be an increased police presence in the area to assist with the investigation and reassure the community." The police force continues to work diligently to locate the individual responsible for the shooting while maintaining public safety in the affected neighborhood.
