Man dead and seven treated for ‘effects of carbon monoxide’ in Bloxwich

A man has died and seven people have been treated for the suspected effects of carbon monoxide poisoning at a takeaway.

Emergency crews were sent to a shop in Cresswell Crescent, Bloxwich, West Midlands, on Friday night after concerns were raised over the welfare of a man.

A man in his 50s was confirmed dead at the scene with seven others, including emergency service workers, treated at the scene and at hospital, West Midlands Police said.

A small number of nearby properties were temporarily evacuated but occupants have since been able to return, the force added.

Officers said they were now working with the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to establish the circumstances of what happened.

Walsall councillor Michael Coulson said people were allowed back into their homes at about 03:00 BST after tests were completed and nearby shops were open on Saturday.