Wednesbury Road in Pleck was closed off today (20 January 2022) following reports of a police incident.
Diversions were put in place after a gunman opened fire with a shotgun on the Walsall road around 3pm, before escaping in a Volkswagen Tiguan.
Two shots were reported to be fired at a man aged 32, who was hit but has not been seriously hurt, said West Midlands Police.
Please be advised that there is currently a Police incident on Wednesbury Road, Walsall at The Brown Lion Junction. The road is closed in both directions at its junction with Old Pleck Road causing some traffic congestion. Please avoid the area where possible.
— Walsall Council (@WalsallCouncil) January 20, 2022
The shooter is still on the run, though police are investigating. Local residents who have any information have been asked to contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting log number 2522 of January 20.