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WARNING: Some readers may find the images below upsetting. A Birmingham grandfather was repeatedly punched, kicked and cut with a saw after being attacked in his own bed by intruders. The shaken 65-year-old victim has agreed to release images of some of his injuries as West Midlands Police appeal for help in tracking down those responsible.
Family members performing last rites for a father-of-eight and a much-loved member of the local community, all while wearing face masks and standing separately from one another. This was the heartbreaking scene today during the funeral service of an elderly Muslim man from Birmingham, who died only days ago after contracting coronavirus.
A much-loved grandfather from Birmingham has died after contracting coronavirus, his family have announced. Afsar Hussain, 86, from Saltley is believed to have passed away in the early hours today (March 21) after a short battle with the COVID-19 virus.