Child who died in Great Wyrley named

Investigation into death continues as police treat case as unexplained.

Author: Hannah RichardsonPublished 7th Oct 2026
Last updated 8th Oct 2026

The child who died in Great Wyrley has been identified as three-month-old Lacey May Oxford.

Emergency services, including the West Midlands Ambulance Service, received a report of a child in cardiac arrest at 8.45am on Saturday 5th September.

Lacey was pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts from emergency responders.

Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Lacey's death, which is currently classified as unexplained.

The four individuals previously arrested in connection with the investigation remain on conditional police bail.

Authorities are urging patience and will provide updates on the investigation as new information becomes available.

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