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Tipton carjacking suspects released under investigation

Four people have been released by police after a man was attacked with a hammer in a Tipton carjacking.

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An aerial view showing Laburnum Road, running left to right past the play park, in Tipton. Photo: Google

The suspects - two men aged 18, another aged 25 and a 16-year-old boy - remain under investigation following the violent incident on Friday.

The victim was struck on his head and shoulder after being approached by three men in Laburnum Road at around 9.30pm.

After the assault, the carjackers took his keys and fled in the vehicle. The victim was not seriously injured.

Officers have been combing through CCTV as part of their investigation.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101.

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