Young boy found dead and woman arrested for ‘murder’ after cops swoop on home in Essex

A WOMAN has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a young boy was found dead in a housing estate.

Police swooped on the home in South Ockendon, Essex, yesterday afternoon following a concern for welfare report.

Tragically, a young boy found inside could not be saved and passed away shortly after.

A woman was taken to hospital but has since been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Essex Police confirmed they are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the horror.