Boy, 12, rushed to hospital after being stabbed in broad daylight in horror attack as cops appeal for witnesses
A SCHOOLBOY, 12, has been stabbed in broad daylight as cops hunt his attacker.
Police responded to calls from an area near Scribers Lane in Hall Green, Birmingham, at around 3.15pm this afternoon.
Officers found a 12-year-old boy who had been stabbed around school finishing time.
Paramedics rushed the youngster to hospital and his condition is unknown at present.
An air ambulance was spotted at the scene along with several police officers.
West Midlands Police detectives are trawling CCTV from the area and have appealed for information.
Anyone who could help with the investigation has been urged to use their Major Incident Public Portal.
Detective Inspector Joe Davenport from our Major Crime Unit said: “We’re urgently reviewing CCTV and speaking to witnesses as we work to understand what happened and why, and who was responsible.
“If you were in the area at the time and saw what happened, or think you may have captured any part of what happened on dashcam or mobile phone, it’s vital you get in touch with as soon as possible.”
A spokesperson for the force said: “We have set up our Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) where members of the public can submit photos or video evidence.
“Visit Public Portal (mipp.police.uk) to access the MIPP or use the QR code below.
“Anyone with any other information can call 101 or use Live Chat quoting log 3324 of 21 January.”