Man in his 30s found dead in Walsall flat fire

Tragic blaze in Wednesbury Road flat

West Midlands Police launched a probe after a man was discovered dead in a flat fire early this morning (20 Nov). Emergency crews rushed to Wednesbury Road just after 4am, but the man in his 30s was pronounced dead at the scene.

Forensics on site as cordon stays

A police cordon and road closure remain in place while experts carry out forensic exams to uncover the cause of the blaze and how the victim died.

Witnesses urged to come forward

Officers are knocking on doors nearby to gather information. Anyone with any details is urged to contact police via live chat on the West Midlands Police website or call 101, quoting log 371 of 20/11.

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