Four arrested after officers discover suspected chop shop in Birmingham

Four individuals were arrested by police in Birmingham following the discovery of a suspected chop shop, according to reports. The arrest occurred after an officer received a report of a stolen car from Solihull on Sunday, August 16. The vehicle was located inside a premises on Cato Street, Birmingham, where traffic officers apprehended four people on suspicion of handling stolen goods.

During their searches, officers found vehicles stripped of parts as well as stolen parts. Further searches at homes uncovered over a dozen car keys for suspected stolen cars.

Two men, aged 32 and 27, along with a 17-year-old boy, were arrested in connection with the alleged chop shop. The 27-year-old man was subsequently handed over to immigration officers. Two of the arrested individuals were released on bail, pending further inquiries into the investigation. The 17-year-old boy was also released on bail.

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