Baby found in Sheffield house died from stab wounds, police say

2 Sep 2026 • 2:26 AM MYT
The Independent
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Baby found in Sheffield house died from stab wounds, police say

  • A murder investigation has been launched after a newborn baby girl was found dead at a property in the Wincobank area of Sheffield on Sunday morning.
  • South Yorkshire Police confirmed that a forensic post-mortem examination established the infant died as a result of stab wounds.
  • Seven people aged between 15 and 38 were initially arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery.
  • Two of the suspects, aged 26 and 37, have since been released on bail while police have obtained a warrant to extend custody for the remaining five individuals.
  • Detective Chief Inspector Tom Woodward described the tragedy as deeply distressing and stated that officers are pursuing every line of inquiry to secure justice.

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