Woman, 37, charged with murder after boy, 4, found dead inside home
A WOMAN has been charged with the murder of a four-year-old boy found dead in a house last week.
Police rushed to a house in Maidenhead, Berkshire at around 6.30pm last Tuesday.
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Akanksha Adivarekar, 37, was arrested on suspicion of murder and has now been charged.
She is due to appear at Reading Magistrates' Court today.
The boy's family have been informed of his death and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Detective Inspector Rob Underhill, of the Major Crime Unit, said at the time: 'This is an exceptionally tragic incident, in which a young boy has tragically passed away.
'Although formal identification has not yet taken place, the boy's next of kin are aware and my thoughts, and the thoughts of all of us at Thames Valley Police, are with them at this extremely difficult time.
'There is a scene-watch in place at the address while the investigation continues.
'We are still in the very early stages of this investigation and have made an arrest in connection with this incident."
He added: 'I recognise the concern this will cause in the local community. However, we are confident that there is no wider risk to the community and thank you for your patience as our officers continue their work.
'The scene-watch is likely to remain in place for some time, and I would urge anybody who has any concerns to please speak to any of our officers at the scene.'
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