TWO people have been arrested on suspicion of murder over the death of a two-year-old girl in Houghton-le-Spring.
The child passed away in hospital days after allegedly suffering head injuries, with the tragedy now being treated as murder.
Officers from Northumbria Police re-arrested two suspects yesterday who had initially been held on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent in connection with the young girl’s death.
The man in his 20s and a woman in her 30s have since been questioned on suspicion of murder before being released on bail.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: “We can confirm our enquiries remain ongoing following the tragic death of a two-year-old girl from the Houghton-le-Spring area last month.
“As part of our ongoing investigation, we re-arrested a man in his 20s and a woman in her 30s yesterday, both on suspicion of murder.
“They have since been bailed pending further enquiries. Our thoughts continue to be with the girl’s family and all of those affected by this tragedy.
“We would ask everyone to avoid speculation both online and in the community.”;;
