Police investigating after man dies in Birmingham hit-and-run
Police are appealing for information and are looking for a driver after a man sadly died after an incident in Birmingham on Sunday night (February 9).
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Officers were called to Audley Road in Stechford at around 9.10pm after a car struck a man.
The man was treated at the scene, but despite the best efforts of ambulance colleagues he died.
The driver failed to stop at the scene and enquiries are ongoing to trace them.
Detective Sergeant Rich Evans from the Serious Collision Investigation Team, said: “Enquiries are underway to trace the driver, but I would urge them to do the right thing and hand themselves in.
“We are carrying out CCTV enquiries in the area. Audley Road, Flaxley Road and Iron Lane will remain closed for most of this morning.
“We’re appealing for witnesses and for anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage, from around the area to come forward.”
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said: “When ambulance staff arrived at the incident they found a pedestrian, a man, in a critical condition.
"Sadly, despite their best efforts, nothing could be done to save him, and the man was confirmed deceased on scene a short time later.”
If you have any information, you can get in touch with West Midlands Police by calling 101 quoting log 3687 of 9 February.
