Woman arrested on suspicion of murder after two children found dead

A 43-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the deaths of two children.

Emergency services were called to a home in Corporation Street, Stafford, at about 07:30 BST, where the two children were pronounced dead.

Staffordshire Police confirmed a woman from the Stafford area had been arrested and remained in custody.

"We are working hard to understand more about what happened leading up to these two children tragically losing their lives," said Det Insp Kirsty Oldfield.

She added: "We ask that people do not speculate at this stage as it is distressing for family and friends and could hinder our inquiries."

Officers were called to the home by West Midlands Ambulance service.

The children's next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers, the force said.

The ages of the children have not yet been confirmed and a cordon remains in place at the home.

"We understand that this incident may cause concern in the local community," added Det Insp Oldfield.

"There is no threat to the wider public."

Paramedics were sent to the property at 07:26, where the two children were discovered, the ambulance service confirmed.

"Sadly, it quickly became apparent nothing could be done to save them and they were confirmed dead at the scene," a spokesperson said.

Anyone with information that could help with the investigation is asked to contact Staffordshire Police.