Perry Barr police incident live as officers seal off the scene near the city’s key route

Police closed the pavement near a row of houses in Perry Barr, on one of Birmingham’s busiest commuter routes. The police cordon is currently in place in Walsall Road, opposite Tower Hill Medical Practice.

Several police vehicles were spotted at the scene. Officers carrying out inquiries were photographed.

The exact nature of the incident is not yet clear. We have contacted West Midlands Police for comment.

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Our reporter at the scene said: “There is an ongoing police incident in Walsall Road, Perry Barr this morning. The site is opposite Tower Hill Surgery.

“There is police tape over a section of houses and pavement with forensics examining a house. We have contacted West Midlands Police and will bring you their statement shortly.”

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