Murder investigation launched after death of child in north Belfast

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a child in north Belfast.

One person has been arrested following the incident in the Brompton Park area on Tuesday evening.

A PSNI spokesperson said: "The investigation is at an early stage and further information will be provided in due course."

SDLP Deputy Leader Nichola Mallon has said her thoughts are with the family at the centre of a major incident in North Belfast on Tuesday night.

The North Belfast MLA said:

"It is important that the PSNI are given the space and full cooperation to fully investigate this terrible incident.

“The SDLP will continue to liaise with police, those affected and the community on the ground as the situation unfolds.

"Our thoughts are with the wider family and we want to thank those residents who assisted the police at the scene tonight."

The Ambulance service said: “The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service received a 999 call at 20:16 following reports of an incident in the Ardoyne area of North Belfast.

"NIAS despatched a Rapid Response Paramedic and two emergency crews to the scene.

“Following assessment and initial treatment two patients were taken to hospital in Belfast."