A 14-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a 12-year-old boy was stabbed to death.

The teenager was detained after the young victim was found with serious injuries in Hall Green, Birmingham at 3pm yesterday (Tue).

Emergency services rushed to the scene on Scribers Lane and took the schoolboy to hospital.

However, the victim, who has not yet been named, could not be saved and he died as a result of his injuries.

A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: "His family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers."

"We are continuing to appeal for any information which could help in our investigation."

"We have set up our Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP) where members of the public can submit photos or video evidence."

Anyone with

information is urged to call 101 or use Live Chat quoting log 3324 of 21 January.