An 18-year-old man, Callum McLaughlin from West Bromwich, is charged in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Owen Street in Tipton on May 25. West Midlands Police report that a gun was brandished during the incident, which involved the theft of a bike from a man and woman around 10:15 PM.
Following police inquiries, McLaughlin was arrested on June 1 and faces serious charges, including robbery and possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence. He appeared in Wolverhampton Magistrates Court on June 3 and is set to appear at Wolverhampton Crown Court on July 1. This incident has raised concerns about safety in the area, sparking discussions within the community.
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