Police have launched a public appeal for information following a three-vehicle collision in Birmingham, after the occupants of one car reportedly fled the scene in broad daylight.
Incident Details: Collision at Edgbaston Junction
Emergency services were called to the junction of Icknield Port Road and Shetland Close in Edgbaston at approximately 1.20pm on Monday, January 12, 2026. The incident involved three cars.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police confirmed that while no one was reported injured, the occupants of one of the vehicles involved "made off" from the location before officers arrived. The police log number for the incident is 2666 of 12/01/26.
Emergency Response and Witness Appeal
The West Midlands Ambulance Service was also alerted by police, initially dispatching one ambulance to the scene. However, a spokeswoman stated the resource was cancelled upon arrival as it was no longer required.
Officers are now keen to trace witnesses or anyone with information, including dashcam footage, who has not yet spoken to them. Police are urging the public to contact them via Live Chat on the force website or by calling 101, quoting the relevant log number.
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation into the circumstances of the collision is ongoing. Authorities are working to establish the full sequence of events leading up to the crash and the reasons behind the occupants' departure from the scene.
This appeal underscores the importance of community assistance in helping police piece together the details of such incidents, ensuring all relevant facts are established.
