A TWO-year-old boy has died following an incident in a home in the North East.

Cleveland Police has confirmed that the child has died and a 39-year-old woman found at the property with serious injuries is being treated in hospital.

Officers attended a report of a concern for safety at Upper Garth Gardens, Guisborough at 10.07am yesterday.

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Ambulance colleagues also attended the scene and the circumstances of the boy's death being treated as unexplained and detectives are investigating.

Detectives are investigating and officers remain at the scene.

Senior Investigating Officer, Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Hollingsworth said: “Our thoughts are with the boy’s family and their loss is beyond comprehension. Specially trained officers are supporting them at this time.

“We know that hearing of this incident will be upsetting for many local people and we want to reassure the community that a dedicated team of detectives are carrying out extensive enquiries. Officers remain in the local area.”

  • Anyone who believes they may have information which will assist detectives in their enquiries is asked to call 101, reference 018350.

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