Murder arrest of woman after death of two children

Murder arrest of woman after death of two children

A tragic incident unfolded in Corporation Street, Stafford, where two children were found dead and a 43-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder. The woman, from the Stafford area, is currently in custody as Staffordshire Police continues their investigation into the heartbreaking incident.

Emergency services responded to the scene around 07:30 BST following a call to the home on Corporation Street. The two children were tragically pronounced dead upon arrival. Det Insp Kirsty Oldfield expressed the police’s commitment to understanding the events leading up to the children’s deaths, urging the public not to speculate during this sensitive time.

Det Insp Oldfield also mentioned that the family and friends of the deceased children should not be subjected to further distress caused by unfounded speculations. The West Midlands Ambulance service called the police to the home where the children were found, prompting the investigation that is currently underway. The authorities have informed the children’s next of kin and are providing them with the necessary support.

As the investigation continues, details such as the ages of the children have not yet been disclosed. However, a cordoned area remains in place around the home in Corporation Street as police conduct their inquiries. Despite the tragic nature of the incident, Det Insp Oldfield assured the local community that there is no wider threat to public safety

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