On Saturday 16th January, police charged a 27-year-old man with attempted murder over the incident in Tyseley, Birmingham.
Asim Hussain of Broadstone Road, Birmingham, allegedly struck a 77-year-old pensioner as he visited shops on Tynedale Road. He was remanded in custody after appearing at Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court earlier. Mr Hussain, who is also charged with possessing a knife in public, is next due to appear at Birmingham Crown Court on 15 February. Describing the events a "random attack", West Midlands Police said the victim remained in a critical condition in hospital.
