Woman stabbed in neck in 'unprovoked attack' in Birmingham city centre

A woman is in a critical condition after being stabbed in the neck in an "unprovoked attack" in Birmingham city centre.

A man in his 20s has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after the attack on Friday night.

West Midlands Police said officers were called to Smallbrook Queensway shortly before 21:00 GMT.

A woman in her 30s suffered a serious neck injury and is in hospital in a critical condition, the force said.

It said a man was arrested close to the scene and remained in custody.

Officers are currently carrying out inquiries in the area.

"We believe this was an unprovoked attack and are working to understand why it happened," said Det Insp James Nix.

"We will have officers in the area today to continue our investigation and provide reassurance.

"We are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with this incident."

The force has appealed for witnesses, and urged anyone who knows more to contact 101.