Boy, 17, arrested after fatal stabbing outside Smethwick mosque remains in custody
An investigation into the death of a man from stab wounds is ongoing as police continue to question a suspect.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested by West Midlands Police after 18-year-old Zeshan Afzal was discovered with serious stab wounds following disorder on Oldbury Road just before 9pm on February 20 and was pronounced dead a short time later.
The force said that as part of the investigation, the 17-year-old had been arrested and currently remained in custody for questioning.
A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: "As part of our investigation, we have now arrested a 17-year-old boy on suspicion of murder. He remains in custody for questioning.
"Our enquires are continuing and we urge anyone who has not yet spoken to us to come forward.
"You can submit mobile phone or dash cam footage here: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/20HQ25B64-PO1
"You can also contact us on 101 quoting log number 4896 of 20 February. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 55511."
