Appeal following stabbing in Bromsgrove

We are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing in Bromsgrove on Sunday 22 January.  

At around 7pm a 15-year-old boy was assaulted and stabbed outside the KFC restaurant on Charford road, Bromsgrove. He was taken to hospital where he was treated for non-life threatening injuries.

The offender is described as a white male approximately 6ft, stocky build who at the time of the incident was wearing a grey tracksuit with the hood up and a balaclava.

The offender left the scene in an unknown vehicle, it is not known whether he was the driver or a passenger.

Inspector Richard Field said “I would like to reassure our community in Bromsgrove that we believe this to be an isolated incident and fortunately crimes of this nature are very rare.

“Over the last three months, reports of knife related crime in North Worcestershire have reduced by around half. Often intelligence led, officers conduct targeted patrols where we believe they are required, and our Safer Neighbourhood Teams continue to work closely with our partners to increase the awareness of the significant dangers of knife crime. Police initiatives, such as the Steer Clear programme,  engage directly with young people through a series of guest speakers and workshops.

“I would appeal to anyone who witnessed this incident or anyone who has any information to please come forward and speak to us. We would especially like to hear from anyone with dash-cam or ring bell footage of the incident which may help with the investigation. Please call PC Sobolewska on 07977 957767 or email [email protected] quoting incident 436i of 22 January 2023.

Alternatively information can be shared anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-org.uk

More information for young people about the stark consequences of knife crime can be found at www.fearless.org where concerns can also be reported anonymously.

Issued by JL, Corporate Communications.