Police investigation launched over toddler's death

Greater Manchester Police have launched a murder investigation following the death of a toddler in Greater Manchester.

Officers found two-year-old Rio Smedley unconscious in his home on Cheriton Drive, Breightmet, Bolton following reports that a child had gone into cardiac arrest.

He was rushed to Royal Bolton Hospital where he later died. A post-mortem is being carried out at Manchester Children's Hospital to ascertain the cause of death.

Smedley’s family said in tribute: “Rio was the loving son of Kirsty, brother of Ella, Grandson of Karen and Paddy, Gordon and Yvonne, nephew of Shaun and Jason.

“He will be greatly missed and the family now ask for some peace during this hard time.�

A 22-year-old man is being question by police in connection with Smedley's death, and remains in custody.