A stabbing in Birmingham led to a large group gathering at a hospital, forcing a lockdown amid false social media reports.
The stabbing occurred on Pretoria Road in Bordesley Green, Birmingham, around 3:30 PM. The injured boy was rushed to Heartlands Hospital and is now in stable condition.
A large group later gathered at the hospital, forcing it to “lockdown.” Police think this gathering relates to the stabbing.
Police say some social media reports are false. They confirmed that ambulances were not raided and patients could still get to Birmingham hospitals. These rumors create problems for caregivers.
The police spoke to officers, hospital staff, and ambulance officials, who all stated the rumors are untrue. They are still looking for the stabber, and detectives are working in the area.
After the stabbing, people held a vigil condemning knife crime in Bordesley Green. You can share information with the police online using Live Chat on their website and quote 20/146551/25. You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111; they will not ask for your name.