Officers arrested a 28-year-old woman in Birmingham on Saturday night after a car was struck with a hammer during a disorder incident. The arrest followed reports of a collision between two vehicles on Kendal Road at the junction of Sampson Road, just before 7pm on August 22.
According to West Midlands Police, the driver of one of the cars involved in the collision got out of their vehicle and hit the other car with a hammer. The woman was subsequently arrested on suspicion of criminal damage, possession of an offensive weapon, and a public order offence.
Police custody and ongoing enquiries
As of August 23, the woman remains in police custody. Enquiries are ongoing, and officers are appealing for anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses can contact the force via Live Chat on the West Midlands Police website or by calling 101, quoting log 3819 of 22 August.
Background and community response
The incident occurred in a residential area of Birmingham, prompting a police response to reports of disorder. The exact circumstances leading to the collision and subsequent hammer attack have not been disclosed, but authorities are investigating the sequence of events.
This arrest comes amid heightened awareness of road-related incidents in the region. Local residents have been advised to report any additional details that might assist the investigation. The police have not confirmed whether any injuries were sustained during the incident.
Next steps for the investigation
West Midlands Police are continuing their enquiries and have urged the public to provide any relevant information. The woman's identity has not been released, and no charges have been formally announced at this stage. The investigation remains active, and further updates are expected as it progresses.
