A 12-year-old boy has been charged after a brutal attack left a woman in her 60s seriously injured in Birmingham. The victim was discovered at a home on Kellett Road, police say.
Woman Hospitalised with Serious Injuries
West Midlands Police rushed to the scene just before 6:15pm on Wednesday, 18 March. The woman remains in hospital in a critical condition following the shocking assault.
Youth Faces Multiple Charges Including Sexual Assault
The unnamed 12-year-old boy now faces charges of wounding and sexual assault related to the attack. He is also charged with theft from an incident last week and intentional strangulation after a separate street confrontation with another woman last month.
The boy has been remanded in custody and is due to appear at Birmingham Youth Court on Tuesday, 24 March.
Police Ramp Up Patrols as Residents Demand Answers
West Midlands Police admit the case has stirred fear in the local community. Officers are increasing patrols in the area to provide reassurance and catch anyone else involved.
Anyone with information about suspicious activity around 18 March is urged to contact police through the Major Incident Public Portal on the West Midlands Police website or call 101 quoting log 4888 of 18 March.
