
A man has been charged with the murder of his father after officers were called to an address on Wensleydale Road by paramedics, who were treating a man for serious injuries, on Tuesday.
42 year old Garey Mitchell, of Wensleydale Road, Great Barr, is due to appear before Birmingham Magistrates Court.
A post-mortem has confirmed the 86-year-old victim - who has today been named as Sebert Mitchell by police - died as a result of head injuries and stab wounds to the neck.
Mr Mitchell senior was treated by medical staff but despite their best efforts he sadly died at the scene.
Police officials have confirmed the investigation is ongoing as the motive behind the assault is still unknown.