Two women have been arrested after a man was left with serious injuries following a stabbing in a Birmingham street this afternoon.
Incident Details and Arrests
Police were called to City Road at its junction with Portland Road in Edgbaston shortly after 12pm on Monday, December 15. They received reports that a man had been stabbed. Emergency services, including West Midlands Ambulance Service, arrived at the scene just before 12.10pm.
Paramedics provided urgent trauma care to the male victim, who had sustained what were described as potentially serious injuries. He was subsequently taken to hospital for further treatment. The age of the victim has not been disclosed by authorities.
Following the incident, officers arrested two women on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. The suspects, aged 18 and 19, were taken into police custody where they remain as enquiries continue.
Police Investigation and Appeal
In an official statement, West Midlands Police indicated that the individuals involved in the altercation are thought to have been known to each other. This detail suggests the attack was not a random act of violence.
The force has launched a full investigation and is appealing for information from the public. A spokesperson said: "Witnesses or people with information should ring us on 101 quoting log number 2064 of December 15. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111."
Context of Knife Crime in Birmingham
This serious assault adds to ongoing concerns about knife crime in the West Midlands region. The incident occurred in broad daylight on a residential street, highlighting the persistent challenge faced by communities and law enforcement.
Local reports and investigations have previously explored the complex drivers of youth violence and the accessibility of weapons. Today's arrest of two young women also brings a particular focus to the involvement of females in serious violent crime.
The police response involved multiple units, including a MERIT trauma team, demonstrating the severity with which such incidents are treated. The investigation is ongoing, with officers likely to be conducting CCTV reviews and house-to-house enquiries in the Edgbaston area.
