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Man attacked with hammer in West Bromwich's High Street

Police are studying CCTV footage after a man was hit with a hammer in the centre of West Bromwich.

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High Street, in West Bromwich. Photo: Google Maps

Officers were called to the town's High Street following reports the 32-year-old man was attacked with a hammer.

He suffered injuries to his head and received treatment in hospital. He has since been discharged.

A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: "CCTV footage from the area is being examined and our investigations continue."

The attack is believed to have unfolded at around 5pm on Thursday, October 29.

Anyone with information is urged to call West Midlands Police on 101, quoting crime number 20SW/265097M/20.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or at crimestoppers-uk.org

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