Erdington murder probe after man 'deliberately' driven at by car - BBC News
A murder inquiry begins after the man suffered fatal head injuries in Erdington, Birmingham.
The 28-year-old died after being struck by a car in Erdington, Birmingham

A man was killed when a car was deliberately driven at him in Birmingham, police say.

Police have launched a murder inquiry after the victim was found with serious head injuries on Coton Lane in Erdington shortly before 06:00 GMT.

Detectives believe the 28-year-old was deliberately hit by the car that then left the scene.

West Midlands Police have appealed for witnesses as officers piece together what happened.

"A family have lost a loved one and we need to find out what took place and who is responsible," Det Sgt Nick Barnes said.

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