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		</div><p>Detectives have launched a murder investigation after a man died and seven people were injured in stabbings in Birmingham city centre.</p>
<p>West Midlands police declared a major incident after officers were called to reports of a knife attack in the early hours of Sunday, with further stabbings than being reported.</p>
<p>The force said in a statement: “We can now confirm that we’ve launched a murder investigation following the events in Birmingham city centre overnight.</p>
<p>“A man has tragically died. Another man and a woman have suffered serious injuries and five others have also been injured, although their injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.</p>
<p>“We believe the incidents, which took place between 12.30am and 2.20am, are linked and we’re doing all we can to find whoever was responsible.”</p>
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<p>The force said it was at scenes across the city, including Livery Street, Irving Street and Hurst Street.</p>
<p>It urged witnesses or people who have CCTV or mobile phone footage to contact police.</p>
<p>Chief Superintendent Steve Graham, who is responsible for policing in Birmingham, said: “The events during the early hours of this morning are tragic, shocking and understandably frightening.</p>
<p>“Please be assured that we are doing absolutely everything we can to find whoever was responsible and try to understand what exactly happened.</p>
<p>“We have well-rehearsed plans for dealing with major incidents. Your safety is always our priority and that’s why you’ll see an increase in officers on the streets.</p>
<p>“In the meantime, we’d ask anyone who’s in the city to remain vigilant and report anything suspicious to us.”</p>
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<p>The West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner David Jamieson said: “Last night’s events are truly terrible and have shocked the people of Birmingham, the West Midlands and the country.</p>
<p>“My first thoughts are with the victims and their families at this time.</p>
<p>“I have every faith in West Midlands Police, who are working extremely quickly on this investigation.</p>
<p>“My thanks also go to the ambulance and hospital staff who are working around the clock to help those who have been injured.”</p>
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