Tragic Shay Kang, 10, found dead at Rowley Regis home is seen playing at school in heartbreaking pic
A 10-YEAR-OLD was pictured beaming while playing at school before she was allegedly murdered at home.
Shay Kang was found fighting for her life in Rowley Regis, West Midlands yesterday.
Despite medics’ best efforts, the 10-year-old could not be saved – seeing police quickly launch a murder probe.
A 33-year-old woman, understood by police to be known to the girl, was arrested and taken into custody for questioning on suspicion of murder.
Flowers, notes, cards and toys have been placed at the entrance to Robin Close, where the girl was found “with injuries” at about 12.10pm.
Shay attended nearby Brickhouse Primary School.
In a statement, the school said: “Our school is deeply saddened by the tragic death of one of our children.
“Shay was a bright, happy, fun-loving child who was well liked by all, and she will be very sadly missed by everyone.
“School is the heart of the community and we have already begun working with our children and staff to support them following this devastating news.
Det Insp Dan Jarratt, leading the investigation, said: “A young girl has tragically lost her life and our thoughts are with her loved ones and all those impacted by this terrible passing. We are working hard to establish what happened and our investigation has made good progress.
“The community has understandably been left shocked by what’s happened, and we’ll continue to have a police presence and offer our support in the area over the coming days.”