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Multiple police were at the Newtown Park Apartments on Mansfield St yesterday after a sudden death was reported.
“Wellington District Police continue to make enquiries after the death of an 8-month-old baby at a Newtown address yesterday,” police said in a statement today.
“A scene examination will take place today, after which a blessing will take place.
“A post-mortem examination will also be carried out.”
The investigation was continuing with the family’s co-operation, and police had no wider concerns for safety.
Police in attendance at a sudden death at the Newtown Park Apartments in Wellington, where emergency services were called to the address just before 12pm today. Photo / Mark Mitchell
The Herald understands the block of apartments is owned by the Wellington City Council.
A spokesperson for the council said; “This is a police matter, and we, along with the landlord Te Toi Mahana, will assist them with their inquiries regarding this tragic incident. Our thoughts are with the whānau during this difficult time.”
A Te Toi Mahana Community Housing spokesperson confirmed they were assisting authorities with their inquiries.
“Our thoughts are with the whānau and community during this very difficult time.”
A Wellington Free Ambulance spokesperson referred all questions to police as the lead agency for the incident.
One police vehicle was parked outside the apartments when the Herald visited the scene on Tuesday afternoon.
Two uniformed officers could be seen leaving the scene as two detectives arrived and entered the apartment block.
Police in attendance at a sudden death at the Newtown Park Apartments in Wellington, where emergency services were called to the address just before 12pm today. Photo / Mark Mitchell
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