Seven arrested after fireworks set off during Birmingham city-centre disorder
Seven people have been arrested after fireworks were set off dangerously during disorder in Birmingham city centre. Police say the arrests followed incidents around Stephenson Street and Corporation Street.
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Seven people aged 15 to 26 have been arrested after fireworks were set off dangerously during disorder in Birmingham city centre, West Midlands Police says.
Officers responded to pockets of disorder around Stephenson Street and Corporation Street. The seven were arrested on suspicion of offences including assault, possessing fireworks and possessing an offensive weapon. They remain in custody for questioning, the force said.
Police used Section 60 stop-and-search powers, which allow searches without officers needing reasonable grounds. Chief Superintendent Tom Boyce warned that misusing fireworks was dangerous and illegal, and could lead to arrest and criminal charges.
The force said it deployed extra officers at key locations after serious incidents in Birmingham on Bonfire Night last year. On 6 November 2025, 21 people were arrested after officers were attacked with fireworks on Dale End and Staniforth Street.
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