Man in critical condition after stabbing near shop in Shard End, Birmingham

An investigation has been launched following disorder in Shard End, Birmingham, last night (Monday, May 27).

Officers were called to Heath Way at 7.15pm. A man was found outside a shop with multiple stab wounds.

The 27-year-old was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious condition. 

West Midlands Police have said dection 60 powers have been authorised in the Shard End area following the disorder and will remain in place until 1.53pm today (28 May). 

A force statement read: “The extra powers enable us to stop and search people we suspect may be involved in violence, without the need to have reasonable grounds.”