Two arrested over child's death in Southend
Police were called out to a property in Shoeburyness on Monday
Two people have been arrested following the death of a child in Southend.
Just before 8am on Monday (12 October) police responded to a call from ambulance service colleagues regarding concerns for the welfare of a child in Eagle Way, Shoeburyness.
Upon arrival, the officers discovered the child had suffered injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 24-year-old man from Rayleigh and a 26-year-old woman from Shoeburyness have been arrested and released on bail while investigations continue.
Police have assured the public there is no wider risk.