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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Harriette Boucher

Teenager fighting for his life after shooting in Birmingham

  • A 16-year-old boy is in a critical, life-threatening condition after being shot in Birmingham on Wednesday evening.
  • West Midlands Police responded to reports of a shooting on Bowyer Road, near St Saviours Road in Alum Rock, at 5.30pm.
  • Police have stated that the incident is not currently believed to be linked to the nearby Zia Ul Quran Masjid mosque.
  • No arrests have been made in connection with the shooting, and an investigation is at an early stage, with officers conducting forensic and CCTV enquiries.
  • Authorities are appealing for witnesses, dashcam, or doorbell footage, and local councillors have urged the public to avoid online speculation.

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Boy, 16, suffers life-threatening injuries after shooting near mosque

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