Two arrested over murder of man in Kings Heath

A man and woman are being questioned on suspicion of murder.

Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 27th Apr 2023
Last updated 27th Apr 2023

Police have arrested two people for murder after a man was stabbed to death in Kings Heath.

The 33-year-old was attacked on High Street, near the junction with Queensbridge Road, just before 2.25am yesterday (26 April).

Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he sadly died of his injuries.

Today (27 April), a 20-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder and are currently in custody.

Detectives investigating the murder are appealing for anyone who was in the Kings Heath, High Street area between 1.30am and 3am to come forward.

If anyone was driving by during these hours and have dashcam footage, officers are urging them to get in touch.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting log number 255 26/04/23

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