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Newborn baby's death investigated as 'possible manslaughter'

The parents of a baby girl who died within 24 hours of being born have vowed to "never give up the fight" for answers.

Polly Lindop's death is being investigated as possible gross negligence manslaughter, police officers have confirmed. Polly died at St Mary's Hospital in Manchester on March 13.

Concerns were raised to the coroner and police following her death. A number of hospital staff have been spoken to in connection with Polly's death, although no arrests have been made, the MEN reports.

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Polly's mother Kimberley Lindop said: "We will never give up the fight. We will find out exactly what happened in the hours leading up to Polly’s death. A baby couldn’t be loved anymore - she is our everything and she lives on in her brothers and sister every day."

In a tribute issued through Greater Manchester Police (GMP), Polly's family said: "As Polly's parents we would like to thank everyone at GMP for their continual efforts every day in gaining us answers. Our beautiful brave baby girl Polly, we love you and miss you every day. Sleep tight my darling."

Detective Chief Inspector Mark Davis said: "First, I want to express my condolences to the parents of Polly at what is an extremely difficult time for them. Our thoughts will remain with them as we carry out our investigation.

"A number of hospital staff have been spoken to as witnesses by officers and no arrests have been made at this time. The hospital trust has been fully co-operative with the police and all relevant authorities have been kept informed.

"The investigation into Polly's death is ongoing and her family will continue to be kept updated in relation to any significant developments."

A spokesman for Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust said: "GMP are investigating an incident that happened in March 2023. Our thoughts continue to be with the family and we are co-operating fully with the police investigation."

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