Toddler, 2, dies of horrific injuries after police find him unresponsive at home

25 August 2023 , 08:09

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Central Drive in Blackpool (Image: Google Streetview)

A toddler has died after being found with horrific injuries at a house in Blackpool.

The two-year-old boy was found unresponsive at the property and was rushed to hospital, where he tragically died two days later. Police revealed today that a man has now been charged in connection with the incident.

In a statement, cops said they were called by the ambulance service shortly after 11am on Saturday, August 19, to a report that a two-year-old boy had been found unresponsive at an address on Central Drive.

The child was taken to hospital by emergency crews, but he died from his injuries after a two day battle for life on Monday (August 21). Police have only just revealed details of the harrowing incident.

A man in his 30s was arrested at the house in connection with the sickening events at the house. Daniel Hardcastle, 30, of Central Drive, appeared in court on Monday (August 21) charged with wounding and was remanded into custody. Police have said they will speak to the Crown Prosecution Service about potential further charges as their investigation progresses.

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In a statement, Lancashire Constabulary said: "Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this time. A man in his 30s was arrested at the address. Daniel Hardcastle, born 10/3/93, of Central Drive, appeared before Blackpool Magistrates’ Court on Monday, August 21, charged with Section 18 wounding and was remanded into custody.

"Following the toddler’s death, we will continue our enquiries and will liaise with the Crown Prosecution Service in relation to any further charges. Anyone with information should contact police on 101 quoting log 0583 of August 19. Alternatively contact independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."

Kirstie McCrum