TWO toddlers were rushed to hospital after police attended a home following concerns for their welfare.
A woman, 23, and a man, 25, have been arrested on suspicion of neglect but since released on bail.
Police visited the house on Dennis Estate, Kirton, Lincolnshire on Wednesday after concerns for the welfare of the children, aged 1 and 2.
Detective Inspector Claire Rimmer, who is leading the investigation, said: “As part of our investigation we need to complete a significant number of inquiries.
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“While these are happening, we have released the two people who were arrested on bail, with conditions.
“This is a complex investigation and I ask people not to speculate around the facts as it could lead to evidence being undermined and affect our investigation, which I know no-one would wish for.
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“The most important people in this investigation are two children, who have a right to anonymity and the best care anyone can give.”
A spokesperson for Lincolnshire Police said: “Officers attended an address on Dennis Estate, Kirton on Wednesday 8 July following concerns for the welfare of children at the address.
“Two children, aged 1 and 2 years, were taken to hospital for medical treatment and remain at hospital at this stage.
“Two people, a woman aged 23 and a man aged 25 were arrested on suspicion of neglect.
“They have been bailed with conditions while our investigation is ongoing.”
