Homicide squad investigates Grafton child's death
Police detectives are investigating the death of a five-year-old boy in Grafton. The death follows abuse claims by his parents.
Homicide detectives are helping investigate the death. A five-year-old boy died at a Grafton home in NSW on Monday morning.
Emergency services were called around 6:40am after the child was found not responding. Officers started CPR.
Paramedics arrived shortly after, but the boy could not be saved. Police are investigating claims about what happened to the boy.
He had learning difficulties. He and at least one sibling were duct-taped into sleeping bags at night.
The boy's parents are being questioned but have not been arrested. An autopsy will help show how the boy died.
The Department of Communities and Justice said the family was known to them before the death.
- Five-year-old boy in Grafton, NSW
- Age and place
- October 12, around 6:40am
- When found
- Had developmental difficulties
- Child's condition
Why it mattersThis case raises questions about child protection. It shows how authorities respond to families with welfare concerns.
AustraliaThis is a NSW child welfare case. It may prompt review of how agencies identify and respond to at-risk children in their care.
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