A baby boy is in a critical condition in hospital following a serious incident at a property in Cambridgeshire, with two people now under arrest.
Police and Ambulance Response to St John's Chase
Cambridgeshire Police were called by the ambulance service at approximately 11am on Saturday, January 3. The emergency call related to an address on St John's Chase in the town of March. Upon arrival, officers discovered paramedics treating an infant who was described as being in a serious, life-threatening state.
The baby received immediate medical attention at the scene before being transported urgently to hospital. Authorities have confirmed that the child remains in a critical condition as of the latest update.
Two Local Residents Arrested on Serious Charges
Following the initial response, police arrested two individuals in connection with the incident. A 25-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man, both from March, were taken into custody.
They have been arrested on suspicion of two separate offences:
- Grievous bodily harm (GBH)
- Possession of Class B and C drugs
The arrests highlight the dual nature of the ongoing investigation, which is examining both the welfare of the child and potential drug-related activity at the property.
Ongoing Investigation and Critical Condition
The primary focus for authorities remains the wellbeing of the infant, who continues to receive specialist care. Police have not released further details regarding the circumstances that led to the baby's condition, as inquiries are at an early stage.
The investigation is being handled by Cambridgeshire Police, who are likely to be conducting forensic examinations and speaking to neighbours as part of their work. The force has appealed for any relevant information from the public, though a formal statement may follow as the situation develops.
Cases involving grievous bodily harm, especially where a very young child is the alleged victim, are treated with the utmost severity by UK law enforcement. The addition of drug possession charges suggests a broader line of enquiry for detectives working on this distressing case in March.
