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Woman fighting for life after ‘unprovoked attack’

West Midlands Police were called after reports of a stabbing (stock photo)
West Midlands Police were called after reports of a stabbing (stock photo) (PA)
  • A woman in her 30s is in critical condition after being stabbed in the neck in Birmingham.
  • The incident occurred on Smallbrook Queensway shortly before 9pm on Friday.
  • West Midlands Police believe the attack was unprovoked.
  • A man in his 20s was arrested near the scene and remains in custody.
  • Officers are continuing their investigation and are not seeking any other suspects.
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