Inquiry into child's death in Christchurch

Police are investigating the death of a child in central Christchurch this morning.

Emergency services were called to a property in Fitzgerald Ave at 5.30am.

Detective Inspector Darryl Sweeney said the incident was ''an unfortunate event for all involved''.

"The police team have been working through this sad event overnight and it has been difficult for those attending."

Police are liaising with the coroner.

"The immediate family are being supported and the investigation will continue in the coming days," Det Insp Sweeney added.

"Until the wider family are advised, no further information is available."

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