Police granted extra time to quiz five suspects over death of baby in Sheffield - police statement in full
One of those being held is just 15
Detectives have been granted extra time to quiz five people arrested over the death of a baby girl in Sheffield.
Seven suspects were initially arrested over the death of the baby and police have today revealed that they were aged between 15 and 37 years old.
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Two of those, aged 26 and 37, have since been bailed.
A murder investigation was launched after police to a house on Holywell Heights, Wincobank, on Sunday morning.
Concerns had been raised over the welfare of a baby.
When police arrived, they located the newborn but she was pronounced dead at the scene.
South Yorkshire Police said officers are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death and have been granted a warrant for further detention for five people who remain in custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Tom Woodward, who is now leading the investigation and is the new senior investigating officer on this case, said: "Our priority from the outset of this investigation has been to secure justice for the baby girl at the centre of this heartbreaking case and we are working round the clock to ensure this is achieved.
"This investigation is complex, with many different parts which are moving fast. As we work to establish answers, we please ask that you avoid speculating around the circumstances of this tragic incident.
“Our officers as well as specialist search officers, will continue to be around the Wincobank area conducting enquiries.”
Anyone with any information should call 101, quoting incident number 993 of August 30, 2026 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.