A 35-year-old man has been charged after a nine-year-old girl from West Yorkshire was found injured at the Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath and later died in hospital. The child and four others were taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee. Police say the suspect, who was known to the girl, will appear at Dundee Sheriff Court and no other suspects are being sought. Family members camping nearby are receiving specialist support while enquiries continue.
Man Charged After Nine-Year-Old Girl Dies Following Incident At Arbroath Industrial Estate
Police were called to reports of a child being injured while camping in Arbroath [BBC]
A 35-year-old man has been charged after a nine-year-old girl was found injured on the Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath and later died in hospital.
Police were called to the industrial estate shortly after midnight on Sunday after reports that the child, who was from West Yorkshire, had been discovered injured. She and four other people were taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee; the girl later died of her injuries.
Officers arrested a 35-year-old man who was known to the child. He has been charged and is scheduled to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Wednesday. Police say they are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident.
Detective Inspector Mike Ness, of Police Scotland's major investigation team, said the girl's family, who had been camping in the area, are being supported by specialist officers.
“Our thoughts remain with those affected by these events,” Det Insp Mike Ness said. “A police presence will remain in the area while our enquiries continue.”
Police have not provided further details while enquiries remain active. Local residents with information are asked to contact Police Scotland to assist the investigation.
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