Lamar Anderson, 21, from Birmingham, has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life
A general view of the play park from George Street, Balsall Heath(Image: Google)
A man has been charged with attempted murder after an alleged shooting in Birmingham.
Lamar Anderson, 21, has also been charged with possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.
It comes after a 15-year-old boy was reportedly shot at near George Street park on Saturday, August 2.
The incident happened at around 9.40pm, police have said.
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The alleged victim suffered serious but non life-threatening injuries in the ordeal.
And now Anderson, of Birmingham is due to appear at Birmingham Crown Court on Monday, September 15.
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We have charged a man as part of our investigation into a shooting where a teenager was left with serious injuries.
“Lamar Anderson, from Birmingham, has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.
“The 21-year-old has been remanded in custody and will now appear at Birmingham Crown Court on 15 September.
“The charge follows a detailed investigation by officers after a 15-year-old boy was shot at in George Street Park, on 2 August, at 9.40pm.
“The victim has been left with serious injuries, but thankfully they are not believed to be life-threatening.”
They continued: “Anyone with any information is asked to get in touch by using the Live Chat option on our website, or calling 101 quoting crime reference number 20/330948/25.
“If you want to stay anonymous contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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