Three-year-old child and police officer found dead at address in Worcestershire

A three-year-old child and a serving police officer have been found dead at an address in Worcestershire, West Mercia Police said.

The force said officers attended an address in Cairndhu Drive in Kidderminster following concerns for the welfare of a man and young child.

A 39-year-old man and a three-year-old child were found dead on arrival.

BREAKING: Police say a three-year-old child and a serving West Mercia Police officer have been found dead at an address in Kidderminster.

The man was identified as a serving police officer.

Police have launched an investigation into the deaths, which are currently being treated as unexplained.

Assistant Chief Constable Rachel Jones said: “It is with great sadness that we share this news today.

“Whilst the circumstances surrounding the deaths are not fully known, this is clearly a tragic incident.

“Our deepest condolences are with the officer’s family, friends and colleagues.”