Doncaster toddler death: Two arrested on suspicion of murdering two-year-old boy

Police called to house after child found in cardiac arrest

Police were called to a house in Adwick, Doncaster, after a child went into cardiac arrest (Google Maps)

A man and a woman have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of a toddler in Doncaster, police have said.

Officers called to a house in the village of Adwick at 11am following reports from paramedics that a two-year-old boy was in cardiac arrest.

The child was taken to a nearby hospital, where he died on Thursday afternoon.

A man aged 36 and a woman aged 32, both from Adwick, have been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Detective Chief Inspector James Axe, of South Yorkshire Police, said: "The loss of any life is tragic, and the death of this little boy is undeniably devastating.

"Two people are in custody and we are working hard to establish the exact circumstances leading up to this child's death."

He added: "Our thoughts are with those who are affected and our specialist officers will continue to support them.

"We have a dedicated team of officers assigned to this investigation."

Temporary Detective Chief Inspector Anna Sedgwick, added: "I know a case such as this will have an impact both within the local community and more widely.

"We will have officers in the area today and encourage anyone who has any concerns, or would like to speak to someone, to approach a member of our team."

Ms Sedgwick urged people not to speculate online about what happened to the child.

She said: "I would also please ask that people are mindful of what they post on social media, particularly in relation to any speculative comments, and keep in mind the impact this could have on the boy's loved ones during this incredibly difficult and traumatic time."

Additional reporting by PA.