Asad Khan, 24, is wanted in connection with murder of man in his 40s early this morning
Asad Khan(Image: West Midlands Police)
Police have named and pictured a man wanted in connection with a murder in Birmingham.
Asad Khan, 24, is being sought by police who have appealed for information regarding his whereabouts.
A CCTV image and a custody photo have been shared by West Midlands Police in a bid to trace him.
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It comes after a man was found with fatal injuries in Alum Rock Road early this morning, Friday, September 5.
Officers said Asad may have shaved his head since the photos were taken.
Det insp Nick Barnes said: “We really need to hear from anyone who has any information on Khan’s whereabouts to get in touch.
Asad Khan(Image: West Midlands Police)
“If you see him or know where he is, you must not approach him, but get in touch with us immediately.”
It comes after a man in his 40s died after being found with serious injuries just after 7am today (Friday, September 5).
A spokesperson for West Midlands Police said: “We want to speak to this man in connection with a murder in Birmingham this morning.
“A man in 40s was found with serious injuries in Alum Rock Road at just after 7am today.
“Despite the best efforts of officers and paramedics nothing could be done to save him.
“Following enquiries we want to speak with 24-year-old Asad Khan in connection with the death.
“We’re releasing an image of Khan, although he’s now believed to have a shaved head.”
They added: “Anyone with information is asked to contact us either by Live Chat on our website, or by calling 101, quoting log 527 of September 5.
“Information can be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”
The appeal comes as police have a “large presence” in Erdington amid reports of a man acting suspiciously this evening.
West Midlands Fire Service said it “alongside other emergency services, was dealing with incidents in the Erdington and Perry Barr area”.