Driver arrested after child seriously hurt in crash

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The crash happened on Monyhull Hall Road, shortly before 15:30 BST on Wednesday

A child has been taken to hospital with a serious head injury after a car crash in Birmingham, police said.

Officers were called to Monyhull Hall Road, Kings Norton, shortly before 15:30 BST on Wednesday.

West Midlands Police said the driver of the car was arrested on suspicion of drug driving.

Officers have appealed for witnesses and anyone with dash-cam footage to come forward.

The BBC have contacted the force for further information.

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