Western Australian authorities have launched a major investigation after the tragic death of a baby in Baldivis, with police confirming they are treating the circumstances as suspicious.
The grim discovery was made at a residential property in the southern Perth suburb, prompting an immediate response from multiple police units. Major Crime Squad detectives have now taken charge of the case as they work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the infant's death.
Emergency services were called to the Baldivis home following reports of an unresponsive baby. Despite efforts from paramedics, the infant could not be revived and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have established a crime scene at the property as forensic specialists conduct a thorough examination of the premises. Investigators are speaking with family members and neighbours as part of their ongoing inquiries.
"This is an absolutely devastating situation for everyone involved," a police spokesperson stated. "We're treating this death as suspicious while we work to establish the full facts of what occurred."
The community of Baldivis has been left reeling by the tragedy, with local residents expressing their shock and sadness over the incident that has shaken the typically quiet suburb.
Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as they continue their investigation into this heartbreaking case.
