Toddler at Centre of Manitoba Homicide Investigation Taken Away from Caregiver at Nine Months Old

Winnipeg Police Investigate Toddler's Death

Winnipeg Police are investigating the death of a toddler who was taken away from her caregiver at nine months old. The child was found unresponsive in a home in the city's North End on Tuesday, and was pronounced dead in hospital. The caregiver, a 32-year-old woman, has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder.

Investigation Ongoing

Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the child's death. They are asking anyone with information to come forward.

Manitoba Child and Family Services Involved

Manitoba Child and Family Services (CFS) was involved with the family prior to the child's death. The child was taken into care by CFS at nine months old due to concerns about her safety.

CFS Statement

In a statement, CFS said that they are "deeply saddened" by the child's death. They said that they are working with police to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.

Concerns Raised About CFS

The child's death has raised concerns about the way that CFS handles cases. Some people are questioning whether the child should have been taken away from her caregiver.

CFS Responds to Concerns

CFS has responded to the concerns by saying that they made the decision to take the child into care based on the information that was available to them at the time. They said that they are committed to protecting children and that they will continue to work to improve their services.

More Information to Come

More information is expected to be released as the investigation into the child's death continues. Stay tuned to this blog for updates.