"We've arrested a teenage boy after three others were attacked in Shirley. We were called to the Stratford Road in Shirley at around 9pm yesterday. Two boys, aged 15 and 14, were taken to hospital with injuries which we believe were caused by a machete. Their injuries are not life-threatening but both remain in hospital for treatment. Another teenage boy, aged 15, was also assaulted after being punched but did not go to hospital, the statement continued."
"West Midlands Police arrested a 14-year-old on suspicion of attempted murder, who has since been bailed pending further enquiries. A 12-year-old boy was arrested on Sunday on suspicion of attempted murder. Following the first arrest, police warned that they believed the attack was targeted and announced they would have extra officers in the area over the weekend to provide reassurance to the community."
Two teenage boys, aged 15 and 14, were attacked outside a shop on Stratford Road in Shirley at about 9pm and were taken to hospital with injuries. One report said one boy has life-changing injuries, while a police statement said the injuries were not life-threatening but both remained in hospital for treatment. Another 15-year-old was punched and did not go to hospital. West Midlands Police arrested a 14-year-old and a 12-year-old on suspicion of attempted murder; one 14-year-old was reported bailed and another 14-year-old was reported held on suspicion of wounding with intent. The shop owner locked the door to protect others. Police said they believed the attack was targeted, increased officer patrols in the area and appealed for witnesses and information as enquiries continue.
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