Police Arrest Teenager Following Shopping Centre Altercation
West Midlands Police have made an arrest following a serious incident at the Merry Hill shopping centre in Dudley. A 17-year-old boy sustained an injury, described as a small cut to the back, from a weapon believed to be a machete.
The altercation occurred on Friday, November 28, at around 3:30pm. According to police reports, the incident involved two groups, with one group chasing the other through the busy shopping centre.
Suspect in Custody as Police Appeal for Footage
In a significant development, officers arrested a 16-year-old boy on the evening of November 29."The suspect was held at around 5pm on suspicion of wounding with intent," a police statement confirmed. The arrested individual remains in custody for questioning.
Authorities have revealed that they received multiple calls from concerned members of the public who were present at the centre during the incident. Police are now urgently appealing for anyone with mobile phone footage or any other information to come forward.
Reassurance Patrols Stepped Up in the Area
In response to the attack, West Midlands Police has stepped up patrols in and around the Merry Hill centre over the weekend. The increased police presence is intended to offer reassurance to the public and to speak with anyone who has concerns.
Despite the alarming nature of the weapon involved, the victim's injury was reported as a small cut that required medical attention. Anyone with information is asked to contact West Midlands Police via Live Chat on their website or by calling 101, quoting log number 3541 of 28/11/25.
