Two arrested after toddler dies in Thornaby

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Author: Micky WelchPublished 15th Sep 2025

Officers were called to Hartington Close in Thornaby at around 4.20pm on Saturday 13th September following concerns for the welfare of a two-year-old child.

The child was taken to hospital where she very sadly passed away.

Her death is currently being treated as unexplained and detectives have launched an investigation.

A 25-year-old woman and a 21-year-old man have been arrested in connection with the child’s death and they are being questioned.

Enquiries are ongoing.

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