A ONE-year-old child has died in hospital from head injuries, prompting a murder investigation.

At around 2pm on Thursday February 28, police were called by medical staff after the baby girl from Wigan was taken to hospital.

Unfortunately, despite a day of treatment from doctors, the child died yesterday.

Police are holding a 32-year-old man in custody on suspicion of murder and say he will continue to be questioned over the coming hours.

Searches and forensic work continue at a property on Fleming Court in the Shevington area of Wigan as part of enquiries.

Detective Chief Inspector Jamie Daniels, from GMP’s Major Incident Team, said: “All murder investigations are understandably upsetting but when it involves a child as young as this it’s particularly distressing for everyone involved.

“This tragic case will no doubt have an impact on all those who knew her as well as the wider community and my heart goes out to those who loved this little girl.

“We are currently trying to build a picture of what has happened in the lead up to this little girl’s death and how she has come to sustain her injuries.

“Specially trained officers continue to offer their support to loved ones at this terrible time.

“While this investigation progresses we’d encourage anyone who might have information about this death to please contact us.”

Information can be passed on to police by calling 0161 856 9171 quoting reference number 1109 of 28/02/19 or the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.