Armed police called after man suffers gun shot wound in Great Barr

A man was shot in Great Barr prompting armed police to arrive to help make an arrest.

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Police were called to Aldridge Road, pictured, following the shooting. Picture: Google

Paramedics were called to treat the victim who suffered a gun shot wound to his arm.

An armed response team joined officers in Aldridge Road at around 9am today following the shooting.

They attended a house following reports a man had been injured.

A 39-year-old man was taken to hospital for treatment to the minor arm injury.

A pellet gun was recovered from the address and a 27-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of wounding.

Anyone with information is asked to call West Midlands Police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.