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Heartbreak at Legoland: Baby's Critical Condition Sparks Investigation

Child Safety - Emergency Protocols - Legoland Windsor - Theme Parks

A distressing incident at Legoland Windsor Resort leaves a baby boy in critical condition, sparking investigations and raising concerns.

Legoland Windsor Resort was struck by tragedy when a five-month-old baby suffered a cardiac arrest while queuing for the popular Lego Coastguard HQ ride. The incident, causing shock and concern among visitors, led to the baby boy being rushed to the hospital in critical condition. Detective Constable Zoe Eele from Thames Valley Police's Child Abuse Investigation Unit expressed the severity of the situation, stating they are investigating the distressing incident involving the young child.

A 27-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of neglecting the child, leading to unnecessary injury. The distressing event has left families and park staff hoping for the baby's recovery. The critical condition of the infant has raised awareness of child safety at theme parks and the importance of vigilance in such crowded and exciting environments.

This heartbreaking incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of life, especially in places meant for joy and entertainment. It highlights the need for constant supervision and caution, particularly when children are involved. The investigation into the neglect case at Legoland Windsor Resort underscores the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of all visitors, especially the most vulnerable ones like young children.

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Image courtesy of "Slough and Windsor Observer"

Statement from Legoland Windsor after baby goes into cardiac arrest (Slough and Windsor Observer)

Investigating officer Detective Constable Zoe Eele, of Thames Valley Police's Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said: "We are investigating a distressing incident ...

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Legoland Windsor arrest: Woman detained for 'neglect' after baby ... (The Independent)

The five-month-old boy is in critical condition in hospital after the incident on Thursday.

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Families were queuing for Legoland coastguard ride when baby boy ... (Daily Mail)

Theme park staff have told MailOnline they 'hope the little boy pulls through okay' after the incident near a queue for the resort's Lego Coastguard HQ ...

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Police probe Legoland 'distressing incident' as woman arrested after ... (Birmingham Live)

Very young child in critical condition in hospital as woman, 27, arrested on suspicion of neglecting a child to cause unnecessary injury.

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Baby boy suffers cardiac arrest at Legoland Windsor (Gloucestershire Live)

Investigating officer Detective Constable Zoe Eele, of the Child Abuse Investigation Unit, said: โ€œWe are investigating a distressing incident involving a very ...

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Image courtesy of "Surrey Live"

Baby suffers cardiac arrest at Legoland Windsor Resort (Surrey Live)

The incident at Legoland Windsor Resort has left a five-month-old in a critical condition in hospital.

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Legoland visitors queuing for popular ride watch in horror as baby ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The four-month-old baby boy was rushed to hospital in critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest while in the queue for the Lego Coastguard HQ ride ...

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