A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a young boy was found dead in a housing estate.
Police swooped on the house in South Ockendon, Essex, yesterday afternoon following a concern for welfare report.A woman was taken to hospital but has since been arrested on suspicion of murder.They have not released details on either the boy's age or how old the suspect is.
Detective Chief Inspector Alan Blakesley, who is leading the investigation, said: “First and foremost, this a tragic incident in which a child has lost his life, and I would please ask for the South Ockendon community – and further afield – to please refrain from speculating. “Specialist officers and staff are continuing to build a picture of the events which led up to the call to emergency services yesterday.“Officers remain in the area this morning and residents will notice a footprint throughout today and I would urge anyone with concerns or any information which they believe may be useful to our investigation to please come forward, either in person or using our other reporting mechanisms.
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