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Murder investigation launched after man shot dead near Birmingham City Hospital

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The shooting happened on Western Road, near the hospital
The shooting happened on Western Road, near the hospital. Picture: Google Maps

By Will Taylor

A murder investigation has been launched after a fatal shooting near Birmingham's City Hospital.

West Midlands Police said officers were sent to an industrial premises nearby at about 5.30pm on Tuesday, where a 31-year-old man was found dead.

Another male has been taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Detectives said their investigation was still in the early stages and the area had been cordoned off for forensic examination.