Woman arrested after girl, 10, found dead in Rowley Regis

The 33-year-old is being questioned on suspicion of murder.

Author: Kellie MaddoxPublished 4th Mar 2024
Last updated 15th Apr 2024

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a ten-year-old girl was found dead in Sandwell.

The child was found with injuries at an address in Robin Close in Rowley Regis at around 12.10pm. She was tragically confirmed dead at the scene.

A 33-year-old woman - understood to be known to the girl - has been arrested and taken into custody for questioning.

West Midlands Police said it was in the early stages of their investigation and a cordon has been put in place while enquiries continue.

Detective Inspector Dan Jarratt said: "A young girl has tragically lost her life and our thoughts are with her loved ones and all those impacted by this terrible passing.

"We know how shocking and distressing this will be for the community and we'll continue to have a police presence and offer our support in the area over the coming days.

"A suspect has been arrested and detectives are fully investigating the circumstances around this sad death."

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