Two teenagers were taken to hospital after their car overturned during a police pursuit in Birmingham on Thursday.

The crash happened about 4.40am in Barrows Lane, Sheldon. A 19-year-old youth was taken to hospital where his condition was described as serious.

The other youth, who is aged 17, was said to be in a stable condition.

West Midlands Police said the car had been followed by a short period before it over-turned. An investigation is under way.