Birmingham headlines 14 August: Man shot on Bridge Street in Wednesbury
West Midlands Police are investigating after a man was shot in Wednesbury in the early hours on Sunday. The victim, in his 30s, has potentially life-changing injuries, and was dropped off at hospital by a Mercedes at around 4am.
Police have seized two guns and ammunition in a car in Selly Oak. Officers said that they stopped a car travelling along Dawlish Road last Wednesday evening. A pistol and ammunition were found within the vehicle, and a sawn-off shotgun was found at an address. Four people have been charged.
NFL legend Tom Brady received a hero's welcome in Birmingham during his visit to St Andrew's to watch his first game as the club's new part owner. The sporting icon appeared to enjoy his reception at The Roost in Small Heath before his new club kicked off against Leeds United.
