The mother of a 10-year-old girl found dead at her home in Rowley Regis, Sandwell, West Midlands, has been charged with her murder.
Jaskirat Kaur, also known as Jasmine Kang, has been charged with the murder of her daughter Shay Kang.
The 33-year-old was arrested on Monday after police discovered Shay’s body at an address in Robin Close.
She is expected to appear before Wolverhampton Magistrates' Court later today.
Shay Kang, from Rowley Regis in Sandwell, was found dead at her home on Monday
WEST MIDLANDS POLICEA cordon remains in place at the end-of-terrace house while police inquiries continue, and a post-mortem examination will be carried out in due course to establish the cause of death.
Detective Inspector Dan Jarratt, who is leading the investigation, said: “Our thoughts remain with Shay’s family and friends.
“Her tragic death has had a profound impact on those who knew her as well as the wider community.
“We ask that they are left to grieve in private as our inquiries continue.”
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Emergency services were called to Robin Close on Monday
PAShay was a pupil at Brickhouse Primary School, which paid tribute to the “bright” child through West Midlands Police yesterday.
They said: “Our school is deeply saddened by the tragic death of one of our children.
“Shay was a bright, happy, fun-loving child who was well liked by all, and she will be very sadly missed by everyone.
“School is the heart of the community and we have already begun working with our children and staff to support them following this devastating news.”
Soft toys and flowers left at the scene
PAFlowers, cards, notes and toys have been left at the scene.
A person wrote: “You will be so missed by everyone, rest easy princess.”
Another added: “Shay you will be forever missed and always in our thoughts.”