A WOMAN has been charged over the alleged murder of her baby girl.

The eight-month-old tragically died on July 13, with cops ruling her death as suspicious after tests.

Francisca Nti, 36, of Harlow, Essex, was arrested on Monday and has since been charged with murder.

The 36-year-old is being held in police custody ahead of a hearing at Chelmsford Crown Court on Thursday.

Cops are appealing for anyone who has information to contact them.

An Essex Police spokesperson said: “If you have any information relating to this investigation please get in contact with us. Please quote the crime reference number 42/110540/26.

“You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.

“If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111.”