Murder investigation launched after teenager stabbed to death outside Smethwick mosque
Police have launched a murder investigation after a teenager was stabbed to death outside a mosque in Smethwick yesterday (February 20).
West Midlands Police say officers were called to the scene of a disorder outside a mosque on Oldbury Road, Smethwick at just before 9pm and found an 18-year-old man with serious injuries.
The teenager, who was reportedly stabbed, tragically died. West Midlands Police said their "thoughts are with his loved ones at this devastating time."
Two other men - aged 19 and 22 - were taken to hospital although their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.
A spokesperson for the force added: "At this stage the incident is not being treated as religiously or racially aggravated but we're working to establish the full circumstances and who was involved. We're reviewing CCTV and carrying out other enquiries in the area.
"We would urge witnesses or people with information, including mobile phone or dashcam footage, to please contact us on 101 quoting log number 4896 of 20 February. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
"We understand how deeply distressing and concerning this incident is and we will have extra officers in the area over the coming days to offer reassurance to the community."
