Woman fights for life under police watch after girl, 9, killed in ‘unimaginable tragedy’ -

A woman is in a ‘life-threatening condition’ while under police watch in hospital after a nine-year-old girl died in an Oxfordshire village.

Two other children were hurt in the incident at a property in Middle Street, Islip, at 11.15am on Tuesday, October 21.

Police rushed there following reports three children had been assaulted inside.

The nine-year-old girl was declared dead at the scene, while a boy and a girl were taken to hospital for treatment before being discharged.

A spokesman for Thames Valley Police said: ‘A post-mortem examination has been carried out, but the cause of death remains unascertained pending further investigation.

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‘The girl’s family is being supported by specially trained family liaison officers and has requested privacy at this difficult time.’

Detective Inspector Amy Fox said the woman remained in hospital and no-one else was being sought in connection with the incident.

She said: ‘First and foremost, our deepest sympathies are with the child’s family, friends and all who knew and loved her.

‘This is an unimaginable tragedy, and we are doing everything we can to support those affected.

Police and forensics at the scene in Middle Street, Islip, Oxfordshire. October 23, 2025. // Neighbours of a girl that died sparking a police homicide investigation today (Thurs) said she lived with her mother and a sibling - a 'busy young family'. A police cordon remained in place this morning outside the house at Islip in Oxfordshire and officers have still not released her age or any details. One villager who???s been here for 25 years today said the family were renting the property. She said they were a ???busy young family??? - a mother and two children. Photo released 23/10/2025 — Police crime scene examiners at the property (Picture: Emma Trimble/SWNS)

Police & forensic officers at the scene in Islip, Oxfordshire, where an investigation is taking place following the death of a girl. October 22, 2015. // Police have launched an investigation following the death of a girl at an address in Middle Street, Islip. The girl?s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers. A scene is in place at the address and there will be an increased police presence in the area while an investigation takes place. Photo released 22/10/2025 — An investigation is taking place following the death of a girl (Picture: Tom Wren/SWNS)

Police at the scene in Islip, Oxfordshire, where an investigation is taking place following the death of a girl. October 22, 2015. // Police have launched an investigation following the death of a girl at an address in Middle Street, Islip. The girl???s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers. A scene is in place at the address and there will be an increased police presence in the area while an investigation takes place. Photo released 22/10/2025 Photo released 22/10/2025 — An aerial view of the scene in Islip, Oxfordshire (Picture: Tom Wren/SWNS)

‘A 49-year-old woman from Oxfordshire was taken to hospital in a life-threatening condition and is currently under police bed watch.

‘We are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with this incident.

‘The scene has now concluded at the property, but officers will continue to be present in the area over the weekend, and we encourage anyone with concerns or information to speak with them.

‘This remains a highly sensitive and complex investigation. I want to sincerely thank the community for their understanding and patience as we work to uncover the full circumstances.’

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