A murder investigation has been launched after police discovered the body of a 10-year-old girl. Officers said the child was found with injuries in Rowley Regis, West Midlands – inside an address on Robin Close.
Officers have since confirmed a 33-year-old woman, believed to be known to the girl, has been taken into custody for questioning.
A police cordon remains in place where locals have gathered to leave tributes to the girl.
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.”
