A murder investigation has been launched after a 10-year-old girl was found dead by police in Sandwell.
A 33-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after officers discovered the child with injuries at an address in Rowley Regis on Monday.
The girl was confirmed dead at the property in Robin Close at around 12.10pm in what police called a "shocking and distressing" incident.
The 33-year-old woman, who is understood to be known to the child, has been taken into custody for questioning.
West Midlands Police said it is in the early stages of its investigation. A cordon has been put in place at the scene while inquiries continue.
Detective Inspector Dan Jarratt said: "A young girl has tragically lost her life and our thoughts are with her loved ones and all those impacted by this terrible passing.
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