Police probe after child dies in woodland
Emergency services were called to Strawberry Lane at 08:45 BST on Saturday.
A police investigation has been initiated after the unexplained death of a child in woodland, according to Staffordshire Police. Emergency services were alerted to reports of a child in cardiac arrest on land near Strawberry Lane, Cheslyn Hay, Staffordshire, on Saturday morning. Despite the arrival of an air ambulance, the child was pronounced dead by paramedics shortly after.
The force has not disclosed the age of the child or any additional information and is treating the death as unexplained. Police have closed nearby roads throughout the day as they carry out their investigation, and officers are expected to remain at the scene throughout the evening. District councillor Robert Duncan expressed his condolences to the community, stating that he would provide updates once he has confirmed details and requested that residents refrain from speculation, allowing the family and responders the privacy and respect they require.
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