03/07/2014

Man Killed In Birmingham Shooting

A man has been shot dead in Birmingham, West Midlands Police have confirmed.

Two other men are being treated in hospital for injuries sustained in the same incident, which happened at around 19:30 on Wednesday on Stratford Road, Sparkbrook.

It is understood that one of the injured men suffered a gunshot wound, while the second suffered stab injuries.

The road remains closed.

A major investigation is underway.

(CVS/MH)

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