Murder inquiry launched after man found with fatal injuries
A murder investigation has been launched after a man was found with fatal injuries in the early hours of today.
The man was found in a car on Wright Road, Saltley, Birmingham, with paramedics first on the scene, but nothing could be done to save his life.
A cordon was put in place while investigations took place, with forensic tents spotted at the scene.
A significant police presence remained as officers worked to speak with people in the area and identify any CCTV cameras that may help.
Detective Inspector Michelle Thurgood, from West Midlands Police CID, said: "We're at the early stages of this investigation and our thoughts are with the man's family.
"We are working to find out what happened and a large number of officers are at the scene and in the area to establish the facts.
"Anyone who saw anything or has dashcam, CCTV or doorbell camera footage from around the time of the incident, should please let officers at the scene know or call us on 101."
A spokesman for West Midlands Police added: "We’ve launched a murder inquiry after a man was found with fatal injuries in Wright Road, Saltley, Birmingham in the early hours of today.
"At just after 12.45am we were alerted by ambulance colleagues to a man with serious injuries in a car in the road.
"Sadly the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
"His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
"A cordon has been put in place as we carry out investigations.
"Officers have already spoken to a number of people in the area and have worked to identify CCTV cameras that may have captured what happened.
"If you can help, message us via Live Chat on our website west-midlands.police.uk or call us on 101 quoting reference number 124 of February 19.
"To stay anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."
