Man, 32, arrested after two-month-old baby dies after being rushed to hospital

A man has been arrested in relation to the death of a two-month-old baby boy.

An investigation was launched by the police after they were called to Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital in the early hours of Wednesday, June 11, following reports that the infant had sustained injuries in Aberdeenshire.

Sadly, the baby, who has not been named, passed away shortly after arriving at the hospital for treatment. The cause of death is yet to be confirmed by police.

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ThePress and Journalreported that police officers were seen keeping an eye on a property on Raemoir Road in Banchory "for days" following the incident, Daily Record reports.

Police Scotland have confirmed to the publication the arrest of a 32 year old man connection with the death. He has been released but investigations are still ongoing.

A spokesperson for Police Scotland said: "Around 12.30am on Wednesday, June 11, we were made aware of an injured two-month-old baby boy who had been taken to Royal Aberdeen Children's Hospital.

"He died a short time later. A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the death and released pending further enquiries."

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