Overview
- Yassin Alama, 19, was fatally stabbed on Hutton Road near the Stamford Road junction at about 5.20pm on 16 November and was pronounced dead at the scene.
- West Midlands Police say multiple attempts to arrest Oumar Traore have failed and urge the public not to approach him but to call 999 quoting log 3135 of 16 November.
- Section 60 stop-and-search powers have been authorised in Handsworth Wood and nearby areas, with additional officers patrolling overnight for public reassurance and searches.
- Ambulance crews, a MERIT trauma doctor, a critical care paramedic and an off-duty doctor attempted advanced life support but could not save the victim.
- Detectives appeal for information via Live Chat or 101, and witnesses can contact Crimestoppers anonymously as specialist officers support the victim’s family.