A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 12-year-old boy in Birmingham on Tuesday.
The victim, found with severe injuries near Scribers Lane in Hall Green shortly after 3:00 PM GMT, was taken to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
West Midlands Police have launched an appeal for information, requesting photos and video evidence related to the incident. The boy's family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Inspector Joe Davenport urged witnesses to come forward: "If you were in the area and witnessed the incident or recorded any part of it on dashcam or mobile phone, it's vital you contact us."
The attack is believed to have occurred near the railway bridge by Trittiford Mill Park, a busy area surrounded by homes, shops, and schools in Hall Green.
The latest knife crime figures, released in July 2024, reveal that the West Midlands has the highest rate of offences in England and Wales. The region has seen several high-profile incidents involving teenagers, including the conviction of two 12-year-old boys for the murder of Shawn Seesahai.
In October, Police and Crime Commissioner Simon Foster highlighted efforts to combat knife crime, including a task force led by the Home Secretary. He emphasized, "We are not complacent and never will be."
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 12-year-old boy in Birmingham on Tuesday.
The victim, found with severe injuries near Scribers Lane in Hall Green shortly after 3:00 PM GMT, was taken to the hospital but succumbed to his injuries.
West Midlands Police have launched an appeal for information, requesting photos and video evidence related to the incident. The boy's family has been informed and is being supported by specialist officers.
Detective Inspector Joe Davenport urged witnesses to come forward: "If you were in the area and witnessed the incident or recorded any part of it on dashcam or mobile phone, it's vital you contact us."
The attack is believed to have occurred near the railway bridge by Trittiford Mill Park, a busy area surrounded by homes, shops, and schools in Hall Green.
The latest knife crime figures, released in July 2024, reveal that the West Midlands has the highest rate of offences in England and Wales. The region has seen several high-profile incidents involving teenagers, including the conviction of two 12-year-old boys for the murder of Shawn Seesahai.
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