A 43-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a serious assault in Bloxwich that left a man in his 30s with life-threatening injuries. The victim was discovered in a critical state on Chantry Avenue in the early hours of Sunday morning, prompting an immediate emergency response.
Emergency Services Rushed to the Scene
West Midlands Police were alerted to the incident at approximately 1:30 am on Sunday, January 25th, after reports of a seriously injured male on Chantry Avenue. Paramedics and police officers swiftly attended the location, where they found the victim in a grave condition. He was promptly transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical treatment, where he remains in a serious and stable condition as of Monday morning.
Suspect Apprehended and Investigation Underway
The suspect, a 43-year-old male, was arrested on Sunday afternoon in connection with the violent assault. He is currently being held in police custody and is scheduled to be formally questioned on suspicion of attempted murder. West Midlands Police have confirmed that the arrest is directly linked to the events that unfolded on Chantry Road.
A spokesperson for the force provided an update on the ongoing investigation, stating: "We have been carrying out a range of enquiries including speaking to residents and reviewing CCTV footage from the area. Our investigation is continuing today, and local officers remain present in the neighbourhood to provide reassurance to the community."
Appeal for Information from the Public
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the assault to come forward to assist with the inquiry. Witnesses or individuals with relevant details can contact West Midlands Police by calling 101 and quoting crime reference number 20/124528/26. Alternatively, information can be submitted anonymously through the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
For those who prefer digital communication, the police also offer a live chat facility on their official website. The community's cooperation is vital as detectives work to piece together the circumstances surrounding this alarming incident in Bloxwich.
