GUNSHOTS were fired in Smethwick last night as police believe a man has been shot.
The incident happened in Windmill Crescent just before 9pm last night (Monday February 7).
Police say a man with a shotgun was chasing another man and they believe he was shot, but has not come forward for treatment.
They are examining CCTV and have put out an appeal for the injured man to contact them as well as any witnesses.
A check of local hospitals has not identified the victim.
A spokesman said: "We believe a man was being chased by another man with a shotgun.
"A dark-coloured vehicle was also seen in the area.
"We believe someone may have been injured but no victims have come forward.
"So, if you were in Windmill Crescent or Windmill Lane just before 9pm, and saw anything please contact us.
"An investigation is ongoing including a CCTV trawl, speaking to witnesses and a forensic examination of the scene.
"We’re urging anyone with any information and who has not yet spoken to us – or anyone who has dashcam footage – to get in touch.
"We’re also asking the person who may have been injured to contact us so we can make sure they are okay.
"We have checked local hospitals but would urge anyone who may be aware that someone they know has been injured to contact us."
Detective Inspector Jackie Nicholson, from force CID, said: “Our primary concern is to make sure that anyone who may have been injured is okay and receiving any medical treatment they need.
“Guns have no place on our streets and we want to find those responsible for using them.
“I’d ask anyone with any information to please get in touch.”
Call police on 101. Quote log 4180 of 7 February.
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