Detectives in Birmingham have opened a murder investigation following the fatal stabbing of a man in the Small Heath area.
Emergency Response on Swanage Road
Police and ambulance crews were called to an address on Swanage Road at 6.40pm on Saturday, December 20. Despite the efforts of emergency services, a man was pronounced dead at the scene.
Arrest Made in Connection
West Midlands Police have confirmed that a 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder. He remains in police custody for questioning as enquiries continue.
In a statement released on Sunday, a police spokesperson said the investigation is in its early stages. A cordon remains in place on Swanage Road while forensic examinations and urgent inquiries are carried out.
Appeal for Information
Officers are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them. They have asked the public to call 101, quoting incident reference 3826 of 20 December. Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the local community in Small Heath. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates are expected.
