A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing in Birmingham.
A 12-year-old boy was found with serious injuries near Scribers Lane in Hall Green shortly after 3pm yesterday.
He was taken to hospital, but sadly died as a result of his injuries, West Midlands Police said.
The victim’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
Police have called for anyone who may know something about the incident to come forward and assist with inquiries.
A Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP), where members of the public can submit photos or video evidence has been set up and can be reached at mipp.police.uk, the force added.
People can get in touch by calling 101 or live chat by quoting log 3324 of 21 January.