Murder inquiry launched in Birmingham
A man in his 40's was stabbed to death in Digbeth
West Midlands Police have launched a murder inquiry after a man in his 40's was stabbed to death in Birmingham last night (9th February).
He was found in a flat on Moseley Street in Digbeth just before 7pm but nothing could be done to save him.
Police say another man was seen leaving the building, he's described as black, in his 20s, around 5ft 2ins tall and slim. Anyone who saw him or may have information is being asked to get in touch with the force.
A police cordon is in place on Moseley Street between Barford Street and Charles Henry Street and along Rea Street South to Cheapside for a forensic search.
Detectives are looking at CCTV footage and witnesses are being encouraged to come forward.
In a statement, West Midlands Police says; We are still trying to contact the man’s family to inform them of his tragic death, but in the meantime our officers are working around the clock to identify his killer. You will expect to see an increased police presence in the area over the coming days.