Two teenagers charged following “extreme violence” during Solihull robbery attack

Police have charged two teenagers with wounding and robbery after two other teenagers were attacked in Solihull.

The attacks took place in September and December 2023, as well as last month, say police.

The two boys, both aged 17, were arrested from their home addresses yesterday (1 February) and charged with wounding and robbery.

They were remanded to appear at Birmingham Magistrates Court today (2 February). Both victims suffered fractures to their face.

Detective Inspector Mark Heard from Solihull Police, said: “Extreme violence was used during these attacks that has left the victims with mental and physical trauma.

“There is no place for violence in our borough and we are committed to ensuring young people who visit or go to school or college here can do so in safety.”