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A murder investigation has been launched after a man in his 40s was found with stab wounds in a flat in Digbeth.

The victim died at the scene on Moseley Street just before 7pm on Wednesday (February 9).

West Midlands Police said “nothing could be done to save him”.

They added that another man was seen leaving the building.

He is described as black, in his 20s, around 5ft 2ins tall and slim.

Police seal off streets around Moseley Street in Digbeth following a murder

Police said: “We are keen to hear from anyone who saw him and may have any further information.”

Officers are carrying out forensic searches and have sealed off the area on Moseley Street between Barford Street and Charles Henry Street and along Rea Street South to Cheapside.

They are also checking CCTV in the area and said there will be an increased presence in the area over the coming days.

West Midlands Police investigate murder in a flat on Moseley Street in Digbeth

Officers said: “We have been speaking to a number of witnesses but we would like to hear from anyone who knows something and has not yet spoken to us.

“We are still trying to contact the man’s family to inform them of his tragic death, but in the meantime our officers are working around the clock to identify his killer.”

If you have any information that could help the investigation please contact police by clicking on: West Midlands Police and go to the Live Chat or call 101.

If you have information but want to remain anonymous, please call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 quoting log 3822 of 9/2.

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Digbeth: man found stabbed to death in a flat