Toddler falls to death from sixth-floor flat

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an 18-month-old baby fell from a sixthfloor window.

Officers were called to Barkerend Road, Bradford, on Saturday afternoon after witnesses reported a child lying on the ground with life-threatening injuries.

Detective Superintendent Nick Wallen said: “Those who witnessed this incident will have been deeply traumatised by what they saw.

“A 23-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the baby’s fall and she is currently receiving medical assessment in custody.” Police have appealed for more witnesses.