A murder investigation is underway after a man was shot dead in Walsall. He was killed on Well Lane, in the Blakenall area of the town this evening.
Police were called to the scene at around 5pm to reports of a shooting. There they found two men - one in his 20s who died at the scene and a second man who suffered non-life threatening injuries.
A cordon remains in place tonight on Well Lane where a forensic investigation is taking place. Earlier crowds were gathered at the scene as the community expressed shock at the shooting.
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A police helicopter was also seen hovering overhead. The road is expected to remain closed overnight.
A spokesperson for West MIdlands Police said: " We’ve launched a murder investigation following a fatal shooting in Walsall today (Monday 8 July). We received a report just before 5pm that a man had been shot in Well Lane, Walsall.
"The man, who was in his 20s, sadly died at the scene. Another man was also wounded and is receiving treatment to his injuries, which are not life-threatening.
"Officers remain on Well Lane while we conduct forensic examination of the area. We are also speaking to witnesses and reviewing CCTV.
"We understand the alarm that such incidents cause and there will be an increase in police presence around the area in coming days. Officers will be offering reassurance, so please talk to them if you have any concerns."
Anyone with information was urged to call police on 101 and quote log 3637 of 8 July. Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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