Murder probe cops find body of second teenager and gun following fatal shooting

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The body of a teenager has been found by detectives at a murder scene just five days after the fatal shooting of a 16-year-old boy.

West Midlands Police said the "tragic development" saw officers find the body and a gun on land next to a canal in the Ladywood area of Birmingham on Friday, November 10.The force said in a statement: "The body was found at around 10.30am today by officers who were carrying out searches as part of the investigation into the death of a teenager who was shot at an address in Lighthorne Avenue, Ladywood, last Sunday."The body found today, on land next to a canal on Lighthorne Avenue, is believed to be that of a 17-year-old boy."The discovery is being linked to the murder of the 16-year-old."At this time we are not looking for anyone else as part of our investigation into the death of the 17-year-old.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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