Crime & Safety

Pittsburgh-Area Police Probing Death Of 17-Month Old Child

Allegheny County police are investigating the unexpected death of a 17-month--old child in the Pittsburgh area.

WEST MIFFLIN, PA — Allegheny County Police are investigating the death of a 17-month-old boy who was found unresponsive Wednesday.

The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office is attempting to determine the cause of death, police said.

First responders arrived at the scene Wednesday and the child was taken to an area hospital where he was pronounced dead.

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Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the County Police Tip Line 1-833-ALL-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous.

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