The protest in Erdington High Street was planned after alleged “racial attacks” on shoppers

A rally will take place on a Birmingham street after alleged racial incidents as the community calls for a “zero tolerance” approach. Members of the community will protest in Erdington High Street this weekend following allegations of “racial attacks” in the shopping area.

The protest, which is one of a number of demonstrations planned, will take place near the Sixways roundabout at 1pm on Saturday 29 June. It comes after several incidents allegedly targeting members of the African Caribbean community.

Four people – including a pregnant woman and a child – were allegedly racially abused and assaulted in a violent disturbance on 17 May. An initial demonstration was held on June 1, with over 100 people showing up to support the protest.

Read more: The second rally in Erdington High Street was organized after an alleged “racial attack” in the shopping district

A second rally took place on June 8. Now, ahead of the third demonstration, authorities are being called on to take “a zero-tolerance approach to this kind of racist behaviour”, says community activist Bishop Desmond Jaddoo, who supports victims. .

Calls have also been made for all seven Erdington MP candidates to attend the protest and explain to the community how they plan to tackle racism – alongside other issues on Erdington High Street.

In an earlier statement ahead of the second rally, West Midlands Police said: “We are aware of a demonstration due to take place on Erdington High Street this weekend and have been in contact with the organizers to understand the plans. It follows the mayhem on May 17, in which four people – a pregnant woman, another woman, a man and a teenager – were attacked.

“Our investigation into violent disorder and racially aggravated assault is progressing well and five people who have been arrested remain on bail as we continue to gather evidence. We know the attack has caused real concern locally and we are in touch with community representatives. to listen and update them.

“Our officers have been liaising with the community to listen to their concerns and the dialogue will continue.”