Two men robbed and assaulted in Birmingham city centre with one hit by getaway car

An investigation has been launched after two people were assaulted and robbed in Birmingham yesterday (Wednesday, 16 August).

The two men were on Holloway Head in the city centre just before 7pm, when they were approached by four men. The two men, aged 45 and 34, were kicked to the ground and assaulted. A gold chain, car keys and an iPhone were stolen.

The offenders got into a grey Mini Cooper that hit the 45-year-old as the group made off. He was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition.

The car made off towards the Hagley Road.

West Midlands Police statement

DS Marc Petford from the investigation team at Birmingham Police, said: “We have spoken to witnesses who were in the area at the time and we are reviewing CCTV.

“I would urge anyone with information who has not yet spoken to us, in particular anyone with dash-cam footage to get in touch. Patrols have been stepped up in the area to offer reassurance to the local community.

“Anyone with information is asked to get in touch on Live Chat via our website quoting log 4400 of 16 August. Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Tell them what you know, not who you are.”