Witnesses wanted after woman shot and injured with BB gun in attempted robbery in Telford
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man shot a woman in the head with a BB gun in an attempted robbery near a town centre.
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West Mercia Police said the attempted robbery took place near Telford town centre at around 10.10pm on Sunday, July 21, when a woman was injured at Saint Quentin Gate.
Police say the woman was approached by a man near Telford International Centre and he demanded money from her. When the woman refused, the man is said to have discharged what was believed to be a blue BB gun that caused a slight injury to the woman's head.
The man then left in the direction of Hollinswood.
West Mercia Police said in a statement: "Anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have information is urged to call 01952 214624 or email dl-gcid@westmercia.police.uk, quoting incident 494i of July 21, 2024.
"Alternatively information can be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 1111."
