Baby dies as police swarm home with man and woman arrested
A man and a woman have been arrested following the tragic death of a baby in Gateshead. Police were called to a property in the Deckham area on Thursday following concerns for the child's welfare raised by the ambulance service.The tot was rushed to hospital but sadly passed away a short time later. Following the tragic incident, two individuals were arrested by officers and have since been released on bail, according to Chronicle Live.A spokesperson for Northumbria Police stated: "Shortly after 1.45pm yesterday (Thursday), we received a report via the ambulance service of concern for the welfare of a baby in the Gateshead area. The baby was taken to hospital but tragically died a short time later."Our thoughts are with their loved ones at this time. We immediately launched an investigation, and two people have been arrested in connection with the report.""A man has been arrested on suspicion of causing or allowing the death of a child, and a woman has been arrested on suspicion of neglect. Both have been released on police bail pending further enquiries."The investigation is very much at an early stage, and we would ask people to avoid speculation as officers take the necessary time to establish the circumstances."Meanwhile, a woman has been taken into custody on suspicion of child neglect following an incident where a baby girl allegedly 'fell from a window' in Whitefield.Emergency services were called to Gloucester Avenue on Monday evening (May 25). An air ambulance was seen landing at the nearby Victoria Park, off Bury New Road. Both police and paramedics were present at the scene.Greater Manchester Police confirmed that a seven-month-old girl was transported to hospital. A woman was apprehended on suspicion of child neglect, according to the force. The woman's relationship to the infant and her age remain unconfirmed at the moment.The Manchester Evening News has learned that the baby reportedly fell from a window, which led to the emergency services being summoned. It is understood that her injuries are not considered life-threatening.Information can be passed on to GMP by calling 101 or reporting it online. Alternatively, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
