| Time, Date and Duration of Authority to Search 31/1/26 – 19:00pm until 01/02/26 – 03:00am |
| Area covered by Authority (Please attach any relevant maps) Credit; Google Maps |
| Details of Authorising Officer – Superintendent 4116 David Sproson, Birmingham Local Policing Area |
| Reason for Authority (Brief Summary for Publication) |
| Following a number of recent violent incidents happening in and around the area, this Section 60 has been authorised to prevent further violence and allow for searches of individuals believed to be linked to threats of violence. #We will be using Section 60 powers in parts of Birmingham this evening and overnight. These powers allow us to stop and search people without the need to have reasonable grounds. This follows recent serious incidents we’re investigating, including a firearms discharge and Section 18 wounding earlier in January. The powers will be in place in the area on the map, from 7pm today (Saturday) until 3am tomorrow morning (Sunday). As always, our main focus is on keeping everyone safe. Find out more about Stop and Search: Stop and search | West Midlands Police We’ll continue to have an increased presence in the area to offer reassurance to the local community. |
| Details of OIC (for contact or enquiries) |
| Superintendent 4116 David Sproson, Birmingham Local Policing Area Detective Chief Inspector 6435 James Mahon, Birmingham Local Policing Area |
After the Authorised Period
| Number of Stop/Searches Carried Out Under the Authority |
| Outcomes of those Stop/Searches |
