West Mids police investigate rape and possible linked assault
Police patrols have been stepped up in the Perry Barr area
Officers with West Midlands police are investigating a rape in Perry Barr in the early hours of Saturday morning (18 Jan).
They were to Walsall Road at 1.50am.
They also received a report of an assault after a woman sustained facial injuries on Aldridge Road.
Detectives are working to understand if the two incidents are linked.
West Midlands police say more officers were sent to the area yesterday evening - saying they understand the concern and worry that this will cause the local community.
They're continuing to support the women and our enquiries are ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact us via live chat or by calling 101 quoting log 218 and 520 of 18/1.