Bootle nursery the place boy, 2, died in ‘medical emergency’ breaks silence on tragedy

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a Bootle nursery has finally spoken out after a two year old boy tragically died following what’s been described as a ‘medical emergency’. The nursery took to social media to confirm the devastating news of the “child’s passing” and announced it would shut its doors “for the remainder of the week”.

This sorrowful announcement comes as police have started an investigation into the death. Authorities rushed to the Early Learners Day Nursery in Bootle at 12.35pm on Tuesday, where the child was whisked away to hospital by paramedics. Tragically, the child was later pronounced dead.

The police are looking into the case, ensuring the boy’s family receives the necessary support during this tough time.

The nursery, which was awarded a ‘Good’ rating from Ofsted last year, is said to have posted a message on social media in the wake of the tragedy, stating: “Dear parents and carers, as you are aware, this afternoon a medical emergency occurred at the nursery. It is with devastating sadness that we have to inform you of a child’s passing.

“To enable everyone to process today’s tragic events, we have made the decision to close the nursery for the remainder of the week, and also to allow us to continue working with relevant agencies. We trust that you understand our decision at this difficult time and we will update you alll with further information in the coming days. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.”

In the wake of the tragedy, a gut-wrenching note was sent out to parents, according to the Liverpool Echo. It read the same as the message shared online.

Police also released a statement, as they are looking into the incident themselves. Merseyside Police confirmed in a statement: “We can confirm that an investigation is underway following reports that a two year old boy suffered a fatal medical episode at a children’s nursery in Bootle.

“He was sadly pronounced deceased at hospital and his family is being supported. An investigation has been commenced to establish the full circumstances and cause of death, which is currently being treated as unexplained.”

The incident was reported at around 12.35pm yesterday, Tuesday 14 January, at Early Learners Day Nursery, on Hawthorne Road, and the child was taken to hospital by paramedics,” reports the Mirror.

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