Stop and search powers extended in two areas of Wolverhampton after two men killed in shooting
Section 60 powers in two areas of Wolverhampton will continue tonight (Friday) and into Saturday morning after a shooting in which two men died.
West Midlands Police Police brought in the order last night (Thursday) from 6pm until 2am across parts of Whitmore Reans and Low Hill after the shooting last Friday.
It will be in place again tonight from 6pm until 2am on Saturday, giving police the power to stop and search people without the need to have reasonable grounds.
A police spokesman said: "As always, our main focus is on keeping everyone safe.
"We continue to have an increased presence in the area to offer reassurance to the local community.
"If you saw or heard anything, or have any footage which could help our investigation, call us on 101 quoting log 358 of 19 September. In an emergency dial 999."
Duaine Mills was pronounced dead at the scene in Leicester Street, Wolverhampton following the fatal attack at around 3.10am and father of three Syed Zain Ali, passed away in hospital on Wednesday.
Police launched a manhunt after the shooting and have named a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident
Maneer Khan, who is also known as 'Manny', is known to have links to the Wolverhampton area, with officers saying that they have already made 'numerous attempts' to locate and arrest him.
