15-year-old arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after Walsall stabbing

A 16-year-old is recovering in hospital after the attack

Author: Owen ArandsPublished 20th Sep 2026

Two teenagers have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a 16-year-old boy was stabbed in Walsall.

Police were called to Stoney Lane in Bloxwich at just after 8.50pm on Friday 19th September.

The boy was taken to hospital with serious injuries, although they are not believed to be life-threatening.

Officers detained an 18-year-old man a short time later on suspicion of attempted murder.

A 15-year-old boy was also arrested earlier today in connection with what happened.

Both remain in custody for questioning.

West Midlands Police said they are working to establish the full circumstances, and there will be increased patrols in the area to provide reassurance.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police via Live Chat on their website, or by calling 101, quoting log 4645 of 19/9/26.

People can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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