Driver, 19, is arrested after a car crash killed a boy, 16, and seriously injured another teen in Birmingham

A 19-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of causing death and serious injury by dangerous driving, as well as failing to provide a breath specimen. The Seat Ibiza is believed to have struck railings on Shaftmoor Lane in Acocks Green at around 8.30pm on Saturday. The 16-year-old passenger died despite the efforts of paramedics.

A second teenage passenger was taken to hospital with a serious arm injury.

The 19-year-old was arrested at the scene and is still in custody for questioning.

West Midlands Police are appealing for dashcam footage, quoting log 4403 of October 17.