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Homestead police investigate child’s death found near NW Ninth Street

Homestead police are investigating after a child's body was found Saturday evening, and scanner audio suggests a 1-year-old was left in a vehicle for hours.

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Homestead police are investigating the death of a child whose body was discovered Saturday evening near Northwest Ninth Street.

Authorities have not said how the child died. Emergency scanner audio, however, indicated that a 1-year-old may have been left inside a vehicle for several hours. The source material does not confirm that account, and police have not released further details about the vehicle or the circumstances.

Residents in the area should expect a continuing investigation. Homestead police have not announced any arrests or charges. Readers can expect updates as investigators confirm the cause of death and what led to the discovery.

This story is a summary based on reporting by CBS News Miami. Read the original for full details.

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