Four-year-old girl dies in Barking tower block fall
Metropolitan Police are investigating the circumstances but do not currently believe the incident to be suspicious.
Incident → evidence → outcomeA four-year-old girl has died following a fall from a tower block in St Paul's Road, Barking. The Metropolitan Police were alerted to the incident at 11am on Saturday, October 24. Officers attended the address alongside the London Ambulance Service.
Emergency first aid was administered at the scene. The child was transported to a major trauma centre but sadly died from her injuries, the Metropolitan Police confirmed. The force expressed its deepest sympathies to the family.
Investigation ongoing
The Metropolitan Police stated that an investigation into the circumstances of the tragic event is underway. However, at this time, the incident is not being treated as suspicious. The London Ambulance Service confirmed it sent multiple resources, including an air ambulance, to the scene.
The Met has appealed to the public for any information regarding the incident. Those with details are asked to contact police by calling 101 and quoting the reference CAD 2424/24OCT.
Questions this report answers
01What happened in St Paul's Road, Barking?
A four-year-old girl died after falling from a tower block in St Paul's Road, Barking. The Metropolitan Police were called to the scene on Saturday, October 24, and are investigating the circumstances.
02Is the incident being treated as suspicious?
The Metropolitan Police have stated that they are investigating the circumstances surrounding the fall. However, at this time, the incident is not being treated as suspicious.
03How can I provide information to the police?
The Metropolitan Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact them. You can call 101 and quote the reference CAD 2424/24OCT.
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