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Isle of Wight One-Year-Old Dies in Hospital as Two Released on Bail

Hampshire Police remain at the Newport home to gather evidence as they await further enquiries on suspects’ conditional bail.

Overview

  • The girl was airlifted from a Dairy Crest Drive address on Friday and died at Southampton General Hospital on Sunday afternoon.
  • A 31-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and released on conditional bail until November 1.
  • Officers have secured the scene in Newport for forensic examination and continued witness interviews.
  • Inspector Oly Greenhowe urged the public to stop online speculation and contact police directly with any relevant information.
  • Investigators are working with medical examiners and child protection agencies as enquiries into the circumstances of the injuries continue.