Following the discovery of the corpse of a boy aged five in Coventry, a woman has been taken into custody on suspicion that she was involved in murder.
In Earlsdon, this afternoon the teenager was discovered suffering from fatal injuries.
Paramedics arrived on the scene to confirm that the boy had died at the spot.
An unidentified 49-year-old female was arrested under suspicion for murder. She has been placed in custody to answer questions.
Following the untimely death of a 5-year old boy on Poplar Road, an extensive police cordon has been put in place
After a 5-year-old boy was killed in Coventry, a woman has been charged with murder. (The forensic team is seen removing evidence from the bag).
Just after 5.55pm, police discovered the child suffering from serious injuries in an Earlsdon address.
He was fatally shot at the spot despite the best efforts by emergency personnel. The scene was left for the investigation by Forensic Team.
As police and forensic team continue to investigate the incident, the cordon will remain in place.
The terraced house was occupied by police officers and forensics personnel who searched the area for evidence.
Others conducted door to door enquiries, and reached out to nearby businesses in order for duplicates of the CCTV footage.
Ronan Tyrer, Coventry Police Superintendent said that it was an awful tragedy. Our thoughts and condolences go out to all who have been affected by the terrible loss.
Pictured are West Midlands Police officers, forensics, and an ambulance at Poplar Road in Earlsdon, Coventry, earlier today, after the murder of a 5-year old boy. On suspicion of murder, a 49-year old woman was arrested
Hours after discovering the body, officers, paramedics, and forensics team members were visible on Poplar Road.
The terraced home was remained by police and forensics officers throughout the evening. They searched for any evidence. Officers also conducted door-to–door inquiries and called nearby businesses to obtain copies of the CCTV footage.
“Losing a loved one, particularly if they are young, can be very painful. We know that this can cause great shock and anxiety.
“A suspect was arrested. It’s crucial that detectives have time to investigate all aspects of the death.
“We will continue to maintain a police presence in this area, and we’ll do our best for everyone during these difficult times.”
Ronan Tyrer of Coventry Police said, “This is an absolutely tragic event and our thoughts are with all the people affected by this horrible passing.” It is never easy to lose a loved one, particularly one that young. We are aware of the shock and worry this may cause. The scene was captured by the West Midlands police.
This comes days after a Coventry man aged 36 was arrested for the murder of his girlfriend.
Officers found the body of Marlene Doyle, 32, in Othello Court, Shakespeare Street, at 5:20pm last Thursday.
She was declared dead by her family, and they believed that nothing could have been done to save her.
Her partner Patryk Skupinski, 36, of Othello Court, Shakespeare Street, was charged with murder on Sunday, while his mother Hanna Skupinski, 57, of Bell Green Road, Coventry, was charged with assisting the offender.
Marlene Doyle (32), was found dead in Othello Court on Shakespeare Street by officers last Thursday at 5:20pm.
After Marlene disappeared for several days officers raised concerns and found Marlene’s body when they broke into her flat.
West Midlands Police has confirmed that her death was due to injuries to the head.
The police are asking anyone who has information to contact them. They stated that Marlene’s family was ‘devastated by this tragic news.