Tragedy in Atherstone: Child’s Death Under Investigation | Leicester News

0:00It's September 11th. You're listening to Lester News today, AI-powered local news. I'm Corey with the story. Tratchet news out of Atherstone, where emergency services were called to Longstreet, around 11.50 a.m. on Friday, September 11th. They responded to reports of a one-year-old girl in cardiac arrest. Paramedics did everything they could, but sadly, the young child did not survive. Following the incident, police arrested a man and a woman. They are being held on suspicion of child neglect as the investigation continues. Longstreet is still partially closed, and there's a noticeable police presence in the area. Officials are asking for the community's understanding as they work through this difficult situation. Detectives are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the child's death. The arrested individuals remain in custody at this time, and authorities are urging anyone with concerns to approach the officers on the scene. This is a deeply upsetting event for the community, and the investigation is ongoing. Police will continue to be present in Atherstone to address any questions or concerns residents

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