Tragedy as boy, 11, dies at home after ‘unexplained incident’ as cops launch urgent probe
A SCHOOLBOY has died at home after an "unexplained incident" as cops launched an urgent probe.
were called to Greenset Close in Lancaster on March 2 following reports of a sudden death.
An 11-year-old boy was found unresponsive by paramedics.
Lancashire Constabulary were asked to attend the scene by North West Ambulance Service shortly after 12pm.
Sadly, the child was transferred to hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Police have now launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Members of the public who believe they may be able to help officers are urged to get in touch.
The youngster's family is aware and are being supported by the force.
A spokesperson for Lancashire Constabulary said: "We were called by the ambulance service at 12.04pm on Saturday March 2 to an address on Greenset Close in Lancaster to a report of a sudden death.
"Emergency services attended an address and found an 11-year-old boy unresponsive.
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"Sadly he was later pronounced dead. The death is currently being treated as unexplained and the coroner has been informed.
"A police investigation is ongoing and the boys family are being supported by officers and our thoughts are with the boy's loved ones at this incredibly sad time.
"If anyone has any information they are asked to contact police on 101 Log 0527 of March 2."