Six teenagers aged 16 to 18 have been arrested following a racially aggravated attack on a 72-year-old man in Willenhall Memorial Park near Walsall, West Midlands. The assault occurred on Sunday, 24 May around 6pm.
The victim suffered serious facial and arm injuries and was taken to hospital. He has since been discharged.
West Midlands Police confirmed that, in addition to the 72-year-old man, four other individuals were also assaulted during the incident. Due to the nature of the attack, detectives have classified it as racially motivated.
Superintendent Gareth Mason acknowledged the community’s concern about the attack and emphasised that hate crime will not be tolerated. In response, neighbourhood patrols have been increased and officers are working with local partners to provide reassurance to residents.
CCTV footage of the attack is currently being reviewed, and police are speaking to witnesses to gather further information. Anyone with relevant details is encouraged to contact West Midlands Police on 101, quoting crime reference 20/260864/26, or to report anonymously via Crimestoppers.
Originally published by UKNIP.
