"We will find out exactly what happened": Heartbroken family of baby girl who died 24 hours after being born make vow amid 'major incident' police investigation

The family of a 'beautiful' baby girl have shared a picture of her as they vowed to 'never give up the fight' for answers over her death.

Detectives are investigating 'possible gross negligence manslaughter' after Polly Lindop died within 24 hours of being born at St Mary's Hospital in Manchester on March 13 of this year.

Concerns were raised to the coroner and police following her death. A number of hospital staff have been spoken to in connection with Polly's death, although no arrests have been made.

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Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, Kimberley Lindop, Polly's mother, said: "We will never give up the fight. We will find out exactly what happened in the hours leading up to Polly’s death.

"A baby couldn’t be loved anymore - she is our everything and she lives on in her brothers and sister every day."

In a tribute issued through Greater Manchester Police, Polly's family - who live in Tameside - said: "As Polly’s parents we would like to thank everyone at GMP for their continual efforts everyday in gaining us answers. Our beautiful brave baby girl Polly, we love you and miss you every day. Sleep tight my darling."

DCI Mark Davis of GMP’s Major Incident Team said: “First, I want to express my condolences to the parents of Polly at what is an extremely difficult time for them. Our thoughts will remain with them as we carry out our investigation.

“A number of hospital staff have been spoken to as witnesses by officers and no arrests have been made at this time.

“The hospital trust has been fully cooperative with the police and all relevant authorities have been kept informed. The investigation into Polly’s death is on-going and her family will