Police investigate after child seriously injured in Tauranga

Monday, 8 April 2019

Police are investigating after a child was admitted to Tauranga Hospital with serious injuries. 

The child was hospitalised on Wednesday afternoon and has since been transferred to Starship Hospital. 

Police were door knocking residents of Welcome Bay on Monday, Sunlive reported. 

A spokesperson said the cause of the child's injuries are being investigated. 

It comes during active investigations into two toddler's deaths. 

Nevaeh Jahkaya Whatukura Ager was found dead on tidal flats near Maketū in March. Police launched a homicide investigation in relation to her death. 

Days later, a 17-month-old - who was critically injured in Tauranga - died at Starship Hospital. 

Police are investigating the cause of those injuries. 

Anyone with information that could help these investigations can call Tauranga Police on 07 577 4300.

Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.