Overview
- West Midlands Police said the victim, a woman in her 30s, remains in a critical condition with a serious neck injury after the Friday night attack on Smallbrook Queensway near New Street station.
- The suspect has been named as Djeison Rafael, 21, who is charged with attempted murder, two further assaults and possession of a blade, and is due before Birmingham magistrates on Monday.
- Police believe the stabbing was unprovoked and said they are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.
- Investigators opened a Major Incident Public Portal and urged witnesses to submit photos or video, with a specific appeal for anyone who saw a person acting suspiciously or knows Rafael’s movements.
- A police cordon and forensic tent remained at the scene on Saturday as officers continued inquiries and maintained a visible presence in the city centre.