Boy dies falling from Sheffield hotel window

A young boy has died falling from a hotel window in Sheffield.

Emergency services were called to the OYO Sheffield Metropolitan Hotel in Blonk Street at about 14:30 BST.

South Yorkshire Police said the boy, who has not been formally identified, is believed to be under 10. The force said his family was being supported by officers.

A spokesperson said officers were working to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.

The force added the NCP car park behind the 111-bed hotel had been closed and people have been advised to avoid the area.

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