Boy, 14, arrested over murder of 12-year-old

A teenager has been arrested on suspicion of murder of a 12-year-old boy.

Police were called to Scribers Lane, in the Hall Green area of Birmingham at around 3pm on Tuesday (January 21) after reports of a stabbing. A boy was found with serious injuries and was rushed to hospital, but sadly died.

Officers said his family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers. They are now appealing to members of the public with any information on the incident to come forward.

In a statement, West Midlands Police said: "A boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing in Birmingham.

"The boy, 14, was arrested after a 12-year-old boy was found with serious injuries near Scribers Lane, Hall Green shortly after 3pm today (21 January).

The 12-year-old was taken to hospital, but sadly died as a result of his injuries. His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

We are continuing to appeal for any information which could help in our investigation. We have set up our Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) where members of the public can submit photos or video evidence.

Visit WMP Intranet - Home (mipp.police.uk) to access the MIPP. Anyone with any other information can call 101 or use Live Chat quoting log 3324 of 21 January."