Two more teenagers have been arrested over the serious assault of a teenager in Rubery.
The 13-year-old was attacked on Cock Hill Lane in Rubery on Monday (3rd March) by a group of other children at around 4pm.
The youngster was taken to hospital but has since been released.
West Midlands Police (WMP) are examining social media video footage showing the assault and this morning (6th March), officers arrested two boys aged 13 and 14 on suspicion of wounding with intent. They remain in custody today.
The two boys aged 13 who were arrested on Tuesday have been released on bail while the investigation continues.
WMP are actively looking for other youths as part of the investigation, and are liaising with local schools as the investigation continues.
Local officers are carrying out high-visibility patrols in the area to offer reassurance and speak to anyone with concerns.
Det Sgt Shereen Ballintine, from Birmingham CID, said: “This was an appalling attack on a young boy which has been recorded and shared on social media.
“We’d ask people to consider the impact that this has had on the family of the young boy and not to share the footage, as we work hard to identify and arrest all of those involved.
“We are also aware that some people have tried to find those involved themselves. This is not acceptable and anyone involved in threats or retaliation of any kind will also find themselves arrested.”
WMP believe the incident may have been linked to an assault at Hollywood Bowl in Rubery on Sunday afternoon (2nd March) at around 4.30pm, which they are also investigating.
Anyone with information on either incident has is asked to contact West Midlands Police on Live Chat at www.west-midlands.police.uk (8am – midnight) or to call 101 quoting 20/163531/25.
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