Sutton Coldfield Shooting Victim in Critical Condition as Police Hunt Gunman
A young man is fighting for his life in hospital following a targeted shooting in Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham. The incident occurred on Mount View just before 11.30pm on Saturday, January 31, leaving the victim, a man in his 20s, with serious gunshot wounds.
Police Response and Investigation
West Midlands Police have confirmed that the victim is in a critical condition and that no arrests have been made as inquiries continue. Officers attended the scene shortly after reports of shots being fired and have been carrying out searches in multiple locations to gather evidence.
In a statement, police emphasised that this is believed to be an isolated incident, with officers providing reassurance in the local area. They are keen to hear from anyone who was in the vicinity at the time and may have witnessed the event.
Emergency Services at the Scene
West Midlands Ambulance Service was called to Mount View at 11.24pm on Saturday. An ambulance, two paramedic officers, and a trauma team responded, finding a man with serious injuries. He received advanced trauma care at the scene before being conveyed under blue light conditions to hospital for further emergency treatment.
Appeal for Information
Police are urging the public to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation. If you have details, you can contact them by calling 101 and quoting crime reference number 20/132275/26.
The community remains on edge as authorities work diligently to apprehend those responsible for this violent act.
