Two bailed over death of one-year-old girl in Warwickshire

A man and a woman have been bailed following their arrest after the tragic death of a one-year-old girl in Atherstone.

Emergency services responded to the incident at around 11.50am on Friday, 11th September, where the child was reported in cardiac arrest at a home on Long Street.

Despite paramedics' efforts, the child passed away.

A 19-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man, both from Atherstone, were arrested at the scene on suspicion of child neglect and were later further arrested on suspicion of causing or allowing the death of a child.

Detective Chief Inspector Martyn Kendall from the Major Investigation Unit commented on the incident, saying: “This tragic death has understandably caused a great deal of shock and concern in the local community. The two suspects arrested have now been bailed with strict conditions. We are waiting for a post mortem which will help us shed more light on the circumstances leading up to her death.”

Detectives are actively gathering evidence and encourage anyone with information to contact Warwickshire Police. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.

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