Tragedy as boy, 11, dies at home after ‘unexplained incident’ as police launch urgent investigation

A SCHOOLBOY has died at home after an ‘unexplained incident’ as police launched an urgent investigation.

Emergency services were called to Greenset Close in Lancaster on March 2 after reports of a sudden event dead.

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An 11-year-old boy was found unconscious by ambulance personnel.

Lancashire Constabulary was asked to attend the scene North West Ambulance service shortly after 12:00.

Unfortunately, the child was transferred to Hopital where he was later pronounced dead.

Police have now started an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Citizens who think they can help the police are asked to contact us.

The young person’s family is aware and is supported by the police.

A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: “We were called by the ambulance service at 12.04am on Saturday March 2 to an address on Greenset Close in Lancaster to a report of a sudden death.

“Emergency services attended an address and found an 11-year-old boy unconscious.

“Unfortunately he was later pronounced dead. The death is currently being treated as unexplained and the coroner has been informed.

“A police investigation is underway and the boy’s family are being supported by officers and our thoughts are with the boy’s loved ones at this incredibly sad time.

“If anyone has any information they are asked to contact police on March 2 101 Log 0527.”