Murder investigation launched as boy, aged 15, dies after being stabbed
The teenager was found with stab wounds in Raglan Road, in Smethwick, at around 2.20am
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A 15-year-old boy has died after being stabbed in the early hours of Sunday morning.
The teenager was found with stab wounds in Raglan Road, in Smethwick, at around 2.20am.
He was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries and later died.
Police have launched a murder investigation.
Detective Inspector Warren Hines, of West Midlands Police, said: "Enquiries are at an early stage and officers are looking at CCTV and taking witness statements.
"Forensic investigations are ongoing at the scene.
"I would urge anyone who was around the Raglan Road area at the time please get in touch."
Those with information are urged to contact the police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.