Police said the baby girl had a broken arm, which was unusual for a three-month-old. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller
A three-month-old baby suffered nine fractures, including to her ribcage, ankle and arm, police have revealed.
Detective Senior Sergeant Steve Wescott said on Thursday police were notified a three-month-old baby had been brought to hospital by her family in Hutt Valley on June 14.
"The baby girl had a broken arm, which appeared an unusual injury for such a young baby.
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"Further examination has taken place at the hospital, which has identified multiple further fractures throughout the baby's upper and lower body. Police are investigating the circumstances of how these fractures and injuries have occurred - we do not believe the injuries could have been sustained accidentally."
On Monday, Wescott said the baby had sustained nine fractures, including throughout her ribcage and a fracture to her ankle and upper arm.
"Some of these injuries occurred at different times, and Police are working tirelessly to find the truth about how the injuries were sustained.
"We do not believe that these injuries could have been accidental."
The baby's condition was improving, Wescott said but police continued to ask for anyone who knows anything to come forward.
Anyone with information was asked to contact Police via 105, quoting file number 250614/8509.
You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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