Armed police called as man attacked in Willenhall home by gang carrying weapons
A gang brandishing weapons attacked a man at a house in Willenhall today, prompting armed police to be scrambled.
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Police were called to Bilston Lane at around 12.40am. They said the victim was taken to hospital, but later discharged.
Nothing was reported as being stolen. Armed officers were among those sent to the scene.
West Midlands Police spokeswoman Sarah Buxton said: "Six men were arrested near the property on suspicion of aggravated burglary. All six remain in police custody where they are helping officers with their inquiries."
Twitter users gave their accounts of the drama:
