Two Men Stabbed in Wolverhampton Disorder as Police Enforce Stop-and-Search Powers

Two men were stabbed in a violent disorder on Wolverhampton Road in Heath Town, leading to multiple arrests and the implementation of enhanced police powers. The victims, a 16-year-old and a 17-year-old who were hospitalized, and two others—a 17-year-old boy and a 30-year-old man—were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and remain in custody. Following the incident, West Midlands Police enacted Section 60 stop-and-search powers in the Heath Town area, allowing officers to stop and search individuals without reasonable suspicion, in effect from 7pm on May 14 until 7am on May 15. Police have stated they are not seeking anyone further in connection with the incident but continue investigations to establish the exact circumstances. Local authorities have increased patrols to reassure the community and urged anyone with information to come forward via police or Crimestoppers anonymously. The police emphasized their focus on public safety amid concerns raised by the violent event.