Toddler dies after ‘incident’ at childcare centre near Darwin

Toddler dies after ‘incident’ at childcare centre near Darwin
Police are investigating the sudden demise of a toddler after an incident at a childcare centre close to Darwin.

Paramedics had been initially known as to a childcare centre in Humpty Doo on Thursday final week.

The toddler was taken to Royal Darwin Hospital in a vital situation. The woman died two days later, Northern Territory Police confirmed.

A little girl died two days after an incident at a childcare centre in Humpty Doo in Darwin.
Slightly woman died two days after an incident at a childcare centre in Humpty Doo close to Darwin. (9News)

”Northern Territory Police are investigating after the unexpected death of a toddler in Darwin on Saturday 2 September 2023,” police stated.

In an e-mail to oldsters of different youngsters, the centre’s director stated an investigation was underway.

“The incident is still being investigated and the cause is still unknown, no other children or objects were involved,” the e-mail stated.

“… we can assure families there is no identifiable risk to any children in the service and again we can reassure families that the safety of your children is always our highest priority.

Northern Territory Acting Chief Minister Nicole Manison.
Northern Territory Acting Chief Minister Nicole Manison. (9News)

“Our hearts are heavy, and our ideas are with the household and buddies right now.”

NT Acting Chief Minister Nicole Manison spoke about the tragedy earlier today.

“At the second our precedence is ensuring that this grieving household will get the time and the area they want whereas these necessary processes additionally occur,” she stated.

Source: www.9news.com.au