Overview

• Jayla-Jean Mclaren died in hospital on August 3 after being admitted with serious injuries on August 1.
• A 31-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman from Newport were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and released on conditional bail until November 1.
• Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary continue forensic and witness inquiries into the circumstances of Jayla-Jean’s injuries.
• Detective Superintendent Rod Kenny urged the public to share any relevant information directly with police and refrain from online speculation.
• Family and local residents held a vigil at Church Litten under the 'pink tree', laying flowers and releasing balloons in tribute to Jayla-Jean.