Crime & Courts

1-year-old dies after being found unresponsive at motel; Wichita police investigating

Wichita police are investigating after a 1-year-old was found unresponsive at a motel room and taken to the hospital before dying.
Wichita police are investigating after a 1-year-old was found unresponsive at a motel room and taken to the hospital before dying. File photo

Wichita police are investigating the death of an infant that happened early Sunday morning in south Wichita, according to police spokesman Chad Ditch.

Ditch said a 1-year-old child died around 6 a.m. at a Wichita hospital. The circumstances of the infant’s death are under investigation.

Preliminary investigation reveals that the unresponsive child was taken from the Heritage Inn located in the 4500 block of South Broadway to the hospital, Ditch said.

The incident is under investigation, and no arrests have been made.

This is a developing story. Check back on Kansas.com for updates.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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