Police have launched an investigation after a man was shot in the face at an address in Balsall Heath, Birmingham. 

Officers were called to Edgbaston Road on Tuesday night by the ambulance service, after a man was found in cardiac arrest with life-threatening injuries.

The 21-year-old was rushed to hospital and underwent emergency surgery. He remains in a critical condition. 

A cordon remains in place to allow for a full forensic examination to take place.

Detectives have spoken to witnesses and have been going door-to-door, collecting CCTV and speaking to residents who may have seen or heard anything.

A police spokesman said: “The investigation is at an early stage and officers are keeping an open mind regarding the circumstances and motive for the incident.”