A woman has been arrested following the death of two children.

Police were called to a home in Stafford, Staffordshire, at around 7.30am today [October 12] by West Midlands Ambulance Service.

Two children were pronounced dead at the scene.

Their next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers.

A 43-year-old woman, from the Stafford area, has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.

Detective Inspector Kirsty Oldfield of Staffordshire Police said: "We are working hard to understand more about what happened leading up to these two children tragically losing their lives."

"We ask that people do not speculate at this stage as it is distressing for family and friends and could hinder our enquiries."

"We understand that this incident may cause concern in the local community. There is no wider threat to the public."

"A cordon is currently in place at a home on Corporation Street."

Anyone with any information that could help us with our investigation is asked to get in touch by calling 101, or via Live Chat on our website, quoting incident number 147 of 12 October.

To report anonymously, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.