Woman arrested of ‘murder’ after boy, 4, found dead inside Maidenhead home
The youngster was declared dead at the scene (Picture: Peter Manning/LNP)
A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a four-year-old boy was found dead at a Maidenhead home.
The unnamed youngster was declared dead at the scene when police arrived at the home on Dunholme End around 6.30pm yesterday.
His next have kin have been informed.
Police said today a 37-year-old woman from Maidenhead has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
She remains in custody.
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Police at the scene in Cox Green (Picture: Peter Manning/LNP)
Detective Inspector Rob Underhill said: ‘This is an exceptionally tragic incident, in which a young boy has tragically passed away.
‘Although formal identification has not yet taken place, the boy’s next of kin are aware and my thoughts, and the thoughts of all of us at Thames Valley Police, are with them at this extremely difficult time.
‘We are still in the very early stages of this investigation and have made an arrest in connection with this incident.
‘I recognise the concern this will cause in the local community. However, we are confident that there is no wider risk to the community and thank you for your patience as our officers continue their work.’
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