Police have arrested a woman, 25, and man, 21, after a two-year-old toddler died following a ‘welfare check’ at a home in Thornaby
A two-year-old girl died after police were called to a home for a “welfare check” as a man and woman have been arrested.
The girl sadly died in hospital as detectives probe her tragic death. Police were called to a home on Hartington Close, in Thornaby, near Middlesbrough, at around 4.20pm on Saturday for a welfare check. Cops arrested a woman, 25, and a man, 21, in connection with the child’s death and are being questioned by police.
Witnesses said investigators stayed at the property overnight on Saturday.
Forensics officers and a crime scene investigation van were pictured at the home on Sunday as the investigation into the tragic death continues, according to TeesideLive.
Forensics crews were spotted taking photographs and carrying out enquiries inside and around the property.
The toddler’s death is being treated as unexplained at this time, according to Cleveland Police.
A spokesperson for Cleveland Police, in a statement, said: “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.
“Our thoughts are with the family of the child during this very difficult time. 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.”