Murder investigation launched after man shot dead

A murder investigation has been launched after a man in his 20s was shot dead, police have said.

West Midlands Police said it received reports of the incident on Well Lane, Bloxwich, Walsall, just before 17:00 BST on Monday.

The man died at the scene, while another man was wounded and is receiving treatment to his injuries, which are not life-threatening.

Officers remain on the road while forensic examinations take place.

The force appealed for anyone with information to get in touch.

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