We have launched a murder investigation after a teenager was fatally stabbed at an address in Sandwell.

The 13-year-old was treated by paramedics, however, despite their best efforts the boy sadly passed away.

We have a team of detectives investigating exactly what happened during this tragic incident; and we're following active lines of enquiry to identify who was involved.

Detective Superintendent Shaun Edwards, from the force's Homicide Team, said: "It's absolutely tragic that we have lost another young life to knife crime.

"We have specialist officers who will be supporting the family of the boy.

"We have detectives working flat out to find whoever is responsible and bring them into custody as soon as possible."

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