Man arrested in connection with 13-year-old boy's murder in Oldbury

A 13-year-old boy was stabbed to death in Oldbury on Thursday.

Author: Molly HookingsPublished 2nd Sep 2024

A man in his 40s has been arrested in connection with the murder of a 13-year-old boy in Oldbury.

The boy, who hasn't been named yet, was stabbed in a house on Lovett Avenue at around 4pm last Thursday (29 Aug).

Two teenagers were arrested yesterday on suspicion of murder. The man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. All three remain in police custody.

West Midlands Police said: "We have a team of detectives investigating exactly what happened during this tragic incident, and our appeal for witnesses continues.

"We still really need to hear from anyone who was in Lovett Avenue and the surrounding roads or streets from 3.30pm onwards on 29 August.

"If you were there and heard or saw anything unusual that you think may help the investigation, it’s vital you get in touch.

"We have been carrying out CCTV enquiries in the area, but also need to hear from anyone with dash cam, doorbell, CCTV or phone footage that might help the investigation.

"Anyone with information has been asked to get in touch via Live Chat or 101, quoting log 3204 of 29/8/24.

"Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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