Gunshots fired in Smethwick - police appeal for witnesses

West Midlands Police are appealing for witnesses after gunshots were fired on Monday night (February 7).

Officers believe the gun was fired by a man who was chasing another man on Windmill Crescent, Smethwick, just before 9pm.

No one has come forward with injuries, but they believe someone was hurt and they are specifically urging that person to contact them so that they can check they are OK.

Police are currently trawling CCTV for more information and speaking to witnesses while a forensic examination is continuing.

What have the investigating officers said about the incident in their own words?

Detective Inspector Jackie Nicholson, from our force CID, said: “Our primary concern is to make sure that anyone who may have been injured is okay and receiving any medical treatment they need.

“Guns have no place on our streets and we want to find those responsible for using them.

“I’d ask anyone with any information to please get in touch.”

How do I contact police if I have information?

You can contact police via live chat on their website. Please click on: West Midlands Police. Or call 101.

Alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 – you tell them what you know, not who you are. Please quote log 4180 of 7 February.

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