Man charged with attempted murder after shooting in Alum Rock Birmingham

A man’s been charged with attempted murder after a shooting in Birmingham.

Allahdittah Munir-Humza, aged 21, was appearing at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (July 6) charged with attempted murder, possessing an offensive weapon with intention to endanger life and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.

It follows a shooting on Burney Lane, Alum Rock, on June 27, shortly after midnight where a man was shot in the chest. The man’s injuries were not life-threatening and he is recovering.

Two other men, aged 21 and 18 have been released on bail while police enquiries continue.

A statement from West Midlands Police, read: “We have increased patrols in the area to offer reassurance as our investigations continue into the incident which we understand will cause shock and concern in the community. “Operation Target sees West Midlands Police taking a defiant stand against a range of serious and organised crime offences – from drug dealing and burglary to cyber crime and fraud.

“Officers will be using local intelligence, seizing goods, carrying out warrants and targeting offenders as part of Op Target’s ongoing crackdown against serious and organised crime.”