Seventh arrest in Willenhall shooting on Temple Road, all released on bail

A 27-year-old man was arrested on Saturday on suspicion of firearm possession after shots were fired in Willenhall. Six others were held for affray; all seven have been bailed.

Seven arrested after shots fired on Willenhall street

A seventh man has been detained in connection with a shooting on Temple Road, Willenhall, bbc.com reports. The 27-year-old was arrested on Saturday evening on suspicion of possession of a firearm, following the disturbance that broke out at around 17:45 BST on Friday.

Six other men had previously been arrested on suspicion of affray as part of the same investigation. One person sustained injuries during the incident, though West Midlands Police said nobody is believed to have suffered gunshot wounds.

All seven men have since been released on bail with conditions while enquiries continue.

Temporary Chief Inspector Kate Tromans, of Walsall Police, said the force understood "the real concern that this violent incident has caused in the community." She added that officers would increase their visibility in the area over the coming days "to reassure the community and give people the chance to talk to us."

Tromans confirmed that the Major Crime Unit is working to establish the full circumstances of the incident and bring all those involved into custody.

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