One boy was brutally kicked on the ground as fights broke out around Cathedral Square
17:01, 20 Jul 2025Updated 17:29, 20 Jul 2025
Youths were seen running through Birmingham city centre as mass brawls took place.
Sick footage captured the moment thugs kicked and stamped on a teen’s head after mass brawls between schoolchildren erupted in Birmingham city centre.
Footage seen by BirminghamLive showed dozens of schoolkids running wild around Cathedral Square and in nearby streets on Friday, July 18.
Multiple fights broke out around Colmore Row, with punches and kicks flying in from all angles.
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At one stage, a lad was brutally kicked by several attackers as he lay helpless on the ground, trying to shield his face – before his head was stamped on.
Footage, shared online, also showed a gang of lads unloading vicious punches on teens cornered against a door.
West Midlands Police said two people were arrested on suspicion of robbery following the chaos.
Officers said they were aware of footage circulating on social media and vowed to track down those involved.
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A force spokesperson told BirminghamLive: “We are aware of the scenes of disorder in the city centre on Friday, July 18.
“A dispersal order was put in place and two arrests were made for robbery as we cleared the area of anti-social behaviour.
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“We are aware of footage circulating on social media and we’re carrying out an investigation to identify who was involved. This includes working closely with our partners.
“This sort of behaviour will not be tolerated.
“We will make sure those who think otherwise will be dealt with robustly.
“Anyone who can help with our investigation is asked to get in touch with us by calling 101 quoting log 3043 of July 18.”