Three hurt after shots fired at restaurant

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West Midlands Police said it received a number of calls about the shooting at Avenue Bar and Restaurant

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Two men and a woman were taken to hospital after shots were fired at a venue in Smethwick.

West Midlands Police said officers were called to Avenue Bar and Restaurant on Rolfe Street at about 03:30 BST on Monday.

The male victims, one in his 20s and the other his 40s, remain in hospital with serious injuries while the injured woman has since been discharged.

The force has closed a number of roads in the area while officers investigate.

West Midlands Police said it was reviewing CCTV and carrying out other inquiries to identify who was responsible.

It also said there would be extra patrols in the area over the coming days.

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