London Baby Death: Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Murder
Tragedy struck in central London when an 18-day-old baby girl fell from a residential property, resulting in her untimely demise. The Metropolitan police were quickly notified and attended the scene on Horseferry Road in Westminster.
The newborn was rushed to the hospital where she was pronounced dead. A 43-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and taken into police custody. The Metropolitan police have since released a statement, expressing their deepest condolences to the baby's family.
According to Met DCI Alison Foxwell, the death of an infant is always a tragic occurrence, and the police are making urgent inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The police believe the incident occurred within a domestic context and are appealing for anyone with information to come forward.
The London ambulance service treated the baby at the scene before transporting her to a major trauma centre. The police have since cordoned off Great Peter Street, and forensics officers are working to gather evidence from the scene.
The Metropolitan police are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact them immediately. The community is in shock following this tragic event, and the police are working tirelessly to ensure that justice is served.
