A Halloween celebration turned to horror in Birmingham when a 15-year-old boy was brutally stabbed in a park, leaving him fighting for his life in hospital.
The violent attack occurred on Monday evening in Pype Hayes Park, Castle Vale, shattering what should have been a night of festive fun. Emergency services rushed to the scene following multiple distressed calls from witnesses.
Critical Condition After Park Assault
West Midlands Police confirmed the teenage victim sustained serious injuries in the incident and was transported to hospital where he remains in a critical but stable condition. Medical staff continue to monitor his progress closely.
Detectives have launched an urgent investigation into the stabbing, with officers conducting door-to-door enquiries and reviewing CCTV footage from the area. The park remained cordoned off throughout Tuesday as forensic teams scoured the scene for evidence.
Community in Shock After Halloween Violence
Local residents expressed their horror at the attack occurring in a popular family area. One neighbour, who asked to remain anonymous, described the scene as "chaotic" with "screams and panic" echoing through the park.
Another resident told reporters: "This is supposed to be a family area. To have this happen on Halloween, when children should be enjoying themselves, is absolutely terrifying."
Police Appeal for Witnesses
West Midlands Police have made a direct appeal to the public for information. A spokesperson stated: "We're urging anyone who was in Pype Hayes Park around 8pm on Monday evening to come forward. Any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial to our investigation."
Officers are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the park or surrounding areas in the hours leading up to the attack.
Growing Concern Over Youth Violence
This latest incident has reignited concerns about knife crime among young people in the region. Community leaders are calling for increased youth engagement programmes and preventative measures to tackle the root causes of such violence.
Local councillors have promised to work closely with police and community groups to address safety concerns in the area and provide support for affected families.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact West Midlands Police immediately, quoting reference number 1234 of 31 October.
