Tragic Death of Toddler Alfie Lamb Under Suspicious Circumstances in Croydon
Detectives from the Homicide and Major Crime Command are probing the suspicious death of three-year-old Alfie Lamb in Croydon. Police were called to Adams Way at 7.29pm on 1 February 2018 after the London Ambulance Service reported an unresponsive child.
Heartbreaking Emergency Response
At the scene, Alfie was found in cardiac arrest. He was rushed to a central London hospital but tragically was pronounced dead on 4 February.
Investigation and Arrests
The little boy’s death is being treated as suspicious following a post-mortem that began on 7 February at St Thomas’ Hospital. Three people were arrested on 28 February in connection with the case: a 23-year-old woman, an 18-year-old woman, and a 25-year-old man.
Charges were made on 27 May and 30 May:
- The 23-year-old woman faces charges of ill-treatment of a child under the Children and Young Persons Act 1933 and perverting the course of justice.
- The 18-year-old woman has been charged with perverting the course of justice.
- The 25-year-old man was charged by postal requisition with perverting the course of justice.
Ongoing Inquiry and Appeal for Witnesses
Detective Chief Inspector Simon Harding leads the investigation. Police continue to piece together the full circumstances surrounding Alfie’s death.
Anyone with information is urged to contact officers at 020 8721 4205 immediately.
