A MURDER investigation is underway after a young man suffered fatal stab wounds in Smith's Wood late last night (Friday).
Police were called to Arran Way at just after 11.15pm following reports that a man had been attacked.
A 24-year-old, described as having critical injuries, was discovered at the scene.
Despite the best efforts of paramedics, he was confirmed dead a short time later. He has yet to have been named by the authorities.
The area around Auckland Drive remains cordoned off this morning as police investigations continue.
Det Insp Michelle Allen, from the force’s homicide team, said: "A man has sadly lost his life and we are working hard to establish the circumstances around what happened.
"The investigation is in its early stages, and we're keen to hear from anyone who can help us piece together the circumstances leading up to the attack.
"If you were in Arran Way at the time, please contact us as you may have vital information about what happened."
Residents reported a flurry of activity on the estate last night, with rumours on social media that someone had been stabbed. Official confirmation came from West Midlands Police this morning.
The incident follows mounting concern about knife crime in the region and nationwide, although offences in Solihull are still far less frequent than elsewhere in the force area.
Anyone with information about last night's events should call officers on 101.
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