The 'exceptionally tragic' death of a young boy in Bracknell had led to a 25-year-old man being arrested in a murder inquiry. 

Officers were called to a property in Priestwood Square, Bracknell, on Wednesday morning (November 21) by South Central Ambulance Service, who had responded to a report that a young boy had sustained serious injuries at the address.

The boy was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to hospital, where, tragically, he died on Friday morning. 

Following an initial investigation, Thames Valley Police’s Major Crime Unit have now launched a murder inquiry.

A 25-year-old man from the town was arrested on suspicion of murder on Thursday, November 22.

He has since been released on conditional police bail pending further enquiries.

There is a police scene-watch in place at the address and is likely to be present for some time while the investigation continues, according to Thames Valley Police. 

Detective Superintendent Andy Howard, of Thames Valley Police, said: “This is an exceptionally tragic incident, in which a young boy has sustained serious injuries and has subsequently tragically passed away in hospital.

“Although formal identification has not yet taken place, the boy’s next of kin are aware and my thoughts, and the thoughts of all of us at Thames Valley Police, are with them at this extremely difficult time.

“We are still in the very early stages of this investigation and have made an arrest in connection with this incident. The person arrested has subsequently been released on conditional police bail to enable the investigation team to undertake further enquiries.

“Naturally, incidents such as this are tragic events and I recognise the concern this will cause in the local community. However, we are confident that there is no wider risk to the community.

“I would also ask anybody who believes that they may have any information that may assist this investigation to contact Thames Valley Police by calling us on 101 or reporting online, quoting reference 43240561782.

“Alternatively, if you don’t wish to speak directly with police, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”