Detectives treating death of two year old girl in Ipswich as murder
The body of a two year old girl was found at a home in Sidegate Lane on Friday
Two people are being questioned on suspicion of the murder of a two year old girl in Ipswich.
The victim's body was discovered at a property in Sidegate Lane yesterday lunchtime.
A cordon remains in place while investigations are conducted.
A 22-year-old man from Bedfordshire and a 22-year-old woman of no fixed abode in Bury St Edmunds have been arrested on suspicion of murder.
The pair, who know the victim, are currently being questioned at Martlesham Police Investigation Centre.
Suffolk Police are not seeking any other suspects in connection with this case at this time.
Superintendent Jane Topping from Suffolk Police said:
“We are still looking to establish the exact circumstances leading to the death of this child. Our initial enquiries are underway and these will continue over the weekend.
“Clearly, such a discovery is extremely distressing for everyone concerned. We’d ask people not to speculate on social media as to the identity of the child or to the circumstances surrounding her death.”
“A highly visible presence of officers is likely to continue in the area for the next few days with reassurance patrols. These officers are available to speak to concerned members of the community. This is a fast-moving investigation and we are appealing to the local community for any information which may aid this investigation.”
Anyone who saw any suspicious behaviour in the area or has any knowledge of the incident that could help the police with their enquiries should contact Suffolk Police, quoting 37/37749/23.
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