Second teenager dies in Handsworth crash after car fails to stop for police

The incident happened shortly after 2am

Author: Alice SmithPublished 19th Dec 2024
Last updated 19th Dec 2024

A second teenager's died following a collision this morning in Handsworth.

The 16-year-old was in a car that failed to stop for police before hitting a tree in Grove Lane this morning.

A 17-year-old was the first to be pronounced dead this morning.

Four other teenagers were taken to hospital, including the 16-year-old.

Police have confirmed he's sadly died while the three others are being treated for their injuries.

Emergency services remain at the scene.

Meanwhile the IOPC's investigating the role of West Midlands Police in the incident.

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