Tragedy in Houghton-le-Spring: two people suspected of murder after death of 2-year-old girl
Two individuals have been apprehended on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of a two-year-old girl in Houghton-le-Spring.
The child died in the hospital days after allegedly sustaining head injuries at home on Easter Monday, and the incident is now being investigated as a murder.
Officers from Northumbria Police re-arrested two suspects yesterday who had initially been held on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent in connection with the young girl’s death.
The man in his 20s and a woman in her 30s have since been questioned on suspicion of murder before being released on bail.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "We can confirm our enquiries remain ongoing following the tragic death of a two-year-old girl from the Houghton-le-Spring area last month.
"As part of our ongoing investigation, we re-arrested a man in his 20s and a woman in her 30s yesterday, both on suspicion of murder.
"They have since been bailed pending further enquiries. Our thoughts continue to be with the girl’s family and all of those affected by this tragedy.
"We would ask everyone to avoid speculation both online and in the community."
Northumbria cops said they received a "report of concern" for the two-year-old in Houghton-le-Spring on April 21.
The girl was taken to hospital but tragically died on April 24.
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