£2.5k reward for information leading to arrest of man after cop sustained head injuries in Birmingham

A £2,500 reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest of a man after a West Midlands Police officer was injured in Birmingham.

An incident, which occurred on July 3, saw two officers attempting to restrain a man on Soho Road, when one of the officers was struck with a baton by the man.

The officer suffered a head injury and the suspect left the area on an electric bike.

Now, Crimestoppers has offered a £2,500 reward for information given anonymously that leads to the arrest wanted man Mahroy Stephenson.

The 30-year-old, from Bartley Green, is wanted on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and suspicion of an earlier assault on June 21.

Alan Edwards, Regional Manager West Midlands for the charity Crimestoppers, said: “This was a serious incident in a busy part of Birmingham, and we believe someone may have information that could help. You may have seen something yourself, or heard information from someone else since the incident happened.

“If you know where Mahroy Stephenson is, or have information about his movements, please tell Crimestoppers anonymously. We don’t need your name, and you won’t have to speak to police. We simply want to make it possible for people to speak up safely and anonymously.”

To contact Crimestoppers anonymously visit the website or call 0800 555 111 with the reference CS2607-20863.

The reward will only be payable for information passed directly to Crimestoppers and not to the police. A reward code must be asked for when calling the charity.

If you contact them via the website, the ‘Keep in contact’ facility must be used, and a reward code must be requested on your initial contact.