A 21-year-old man and a teenage boy have been charged in connection with a stabbing on a bus in Birmingham city centre, which left a man seriously injured. The incident occurred on Corporation Street, directly outside the Wetherspoon's Square Peg pub, on Tuesday, October 13, at approximately 10.30pm.
According to West Midlands Police, the victim is believed to have been "chased onto a bus" by a group before being stabbed. The man sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.
Emergency response and victim's condition
West Midlands Ambulance Service confirmed they were called at 10.30pm to reports of a stabbing on Corporation Street. A spokesperson said: "We were called at 10.30pm to reports of a stabbing on Corporation Street, Birmingham.
"Two ambulances and a MERIT (Medical Emergency Response Intervention Team) trauma doctor and critical care paramedic attended the scene."
"Upon arrival we found a man with serious injuries. He received advanced trauma care from ambulance staff at the scene before being conveyed to hospital for further treatment." The victim remains in hospital as of Thursday, October 15.
Charges and court appearance
West Midlands Police have charged Dello Alphaoumar, aged 21, of Parker Street, Edgbaston, with violent disorder. A 17-year-old boy has been charged with violent disorder, threatening a person with a blade, and possession of a hammer. Both were due to appear at Birmingham Magistrates' Court on Thursday.
Police have also released a 16-year-old boy on bail while the investigation continues. A fourth suspect is still being sought in connection with the incident.
Police appeal for information
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: "We've charged two people after a man was stabbed on a bus in Birmingham city centre. He suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains today.
"We've now charged Dello Alphaoumar, aged 21, with violent disorder, and a boy aged 17 with violent disorder, threatening a person with a blade, and possession of a hammer."
"A boy aged 16 has been released on police bail while the investigation continues. We are also searching for a fourth suspect in connection with the investigation and want to hear from anyone who saw what happened or who has footage.
"They can get in touch via 101 or Live Chat on our website, quoting log 5780 of 13 October." Police have set up a page where people can send images, video, or any other information relevant to the incident at https://mipp.police.uk/operation/20HQ26M14-PO1.
Alternatively, anyone with information can report it to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously by calling 0800 555 111.
