A woman has been arrested in Coventry on suspicion of murder after a five-year-old boy was found dead.

The suspect is understood to have been known to the child, police said.

The boy was found with serious injuries at an address in Poplar Road, Earlsdon, just after 5.55pm on Tuesday.

He was confirmed dead at the scene.

The 49-year-old woman was taken into custody for questioning but officers said the investigation is at an early stage.

Coventry police said a cordon is in place in the area.

Superintendent Ronan Tyrer said: “This is an absolute tragedy and our thoughts are with all those impacted by this terrible passing.

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“The loss of any life – especially one so young – is always extremely painful and we know this will cause a lot of shock and concern.

#MURDER | We've arrested a woman on suspicion of murder after a five-year-old boy has died in Coventry today (25 January).

We discovered the child with serious injuries at an address in Poplar Road, Earlsdon, at just after 5.55pm.

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“A suspect has been arrested and it’s important we allow time for detectives to fully investigate the circumstances around the death.

“We’ll continue to have a policing presence in the area and do our best to support everyone during this difficult time.”

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