Teen charged with attempted murder after Wolverhampton hammer attack
A teenager has been charged with attempted murder after a claw-hammer attack that left a 17-year-old in a critical condition.
Two 17-year-olds handed themselves into police and were arrested following the incident in Wolverhampton city centre on Thursday.
One of them has been charged with attempted murder and will appear at Walsall Magistrates Court tomorrow.
The other teen has been released on bail pending police investigations.
The 17-year-old victim remains in a critical condition in hospital after he suffered serious head injuries in the attack, which happened in the Bilston Street underpass at around 8pm.
Detective Sergeant Chris Jones from West Midlands Police CID said he is still appealing for people to come forward with information.
"We understand there was an argument that ended with a man being attacked.
"He sustained serious head injuries and underwent emergency surgery on Thursday but remains in a critical condition.
“Our officers have been able to secure vital evidence and witness accounts.
"At present we understand this was a targeted attack, but believe there are more people that have information about what happened and why."
Anyone with information is urged to call Wolverhampton Force CID department on 101 ext. 871 3325.
