Full Breakdown
Three Men Admit Conspiracy to Firearm Attack in West Midlands
8/19/2026, 9:55:07 PM
Shooting Plot and Guilty Pleas
In the early hours of a March night, shots were fired at a residential address on Talke Road in the Bescot area of Walsall. West Midlands Police reported the gunfire occurred at around 4 a.m. and that no one was injured. Detectives later linked the incident to three young men—Mohammed Khan, Junaid Shabir and Haider Shabir (23)—who had conspired to possess a firearm with the intent to cause fear of violence. After initially entering not-guilty pleas, the three changed their pleas to guilty on the first day of their trial at Wolverhampton Crown Court in August, admitting the conspiracy charge. Sentencing has been deferred to a later date.
Background and Investigation
The shooting followed an earlier altercation between the same individuals earlier that month, prompting a police investigation that uncovered the planning and coordination among the trio. Detectives concluded that the three had jointly arranged the attack, leading to the charge of conspiracy to possess a firearm.
Key Individuals
- Mohammed Khan – 20 years old, participant in the conspiracy.
- Junaid Shabir – 21 years old, participant in the conspiracy.
- Haider Shabir – 23 years old, participant in the conspiracy.
Timeline
- Mid-March 2024 – Gunfire reported on Talke Road; police respond and begin investigation.
- Early August 2024 – Trial scheduled at Wolverhampton Crown Court; defendants initially plead not guilty.
- Mid-August 2024 – Defendants enter guilty pleas to conspiracy to possess a firearm; sentencing pending.
Official Statements & Responses
West Midlands Police confirmed the incident occurred at approximately 4 a.m. and emphasized that, despite the gunfire, no injuries were reported. The police investigation identified the three suspects and linked them to the earlier altercation, leading to the conspiracy charge. The court’s acceptance of the guilty pleas reflects the defendants’ acknowledgment of their role in planning the firearm attack.
