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Woman Held Over Bartley Green Baby’s Death

Authorities continue questioning the 37-year-old suspect in hopes of determining how the infant’s medical emergency unfolded.

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Overview

  • West Midlands Police officers were called to a Culford Drive home in Bartley Green on June 25 after reports of a baby having a medical emergency.
  • Paramedics rushed the infant to hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
  • A 37-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of child neglect and remains in custody for questioning as inquiries continue.
  • Investigators have urged the public not to speculate on the circumstances until evidence and witness statements are fully reviewed.
  • Neighbours described the cul-de-sac as a close-knit community and said they were left heartbroken by the baby’s sudden death.