Waukesha police make arrest in death of 2-year-old girl

WAUKESHA -- City of Waukesha police have arrested a 31-year-old woman in connection to the death of a 2-year-old girl. 


Police were called to an apartment on Barstow Avenue around 10 a.m.October 6 for a child who was not breathing.


The toddler was taken to Waukesha Memorial Hospital, where she was pronounced dead. 


Investigators say the toddler had extensive injuries, but would not elaborate on the cause of death. The woman in custody is not the child's biological mother, according to police. 


Police are seeking charges for first degree reckless homicide and are considering additional charges. 


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