‘I can’t stop thinking about this. It’s heartbreaking’
Emergency services on Highsted Road(Image: Liverpool ECHO)
Tributes have poured in following the death of a pregnant woman in Kirkby this morning. Merseyside Police confirmed officers were called to a house on Highsted Road shortly before 11am on Tuesday (November 11) following reports of an urgent medical incident.
A spokesperson for the force said police received a call from the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) reporting a woman in her 40s required immediate medical attention. Officers attended the semi-detached property to support paramedics, but despite their efforts, the woman died at the scene.
Police said the woman’s family was taken to hospital with assistance from officers. Two air ambulances landed at the scene close to Headbolt Lane train station. One air ambulance is believed to have landed at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital.
Witnesses described a significant police presence throughout the morning, with several patrol cars and an ambulance parked outside the property. Officers and plain-clothed detectives were also seen entering the back garden as inquiries continued.
Emergency services on Highsted Road(Image: Liverpool ECHO)
The tragic news has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from the community.
Responding to the ECHO’s Facebook page, Susan Glover wrote: “Sending love, strength and sincere condolences to all the young lady’s family and friends.”
Sue Vermigilio said: “This is so sad. Thoughts and prayers with the family. Hope the baby is okay.”
Seher Hall said: “I can’t stop thinking about this. It’s heartbreaking. Thinking of her family and the paramedics.”
Danny Sheerin added: “Horrendous, that poor lady. Thinking of her family.”
Kathryn Isabella said: “This is such a tragedy. My heart goes out this lady’s family. So very sad.”
Cathy O Everton said: “Absolutely saddened to hear this awful news. God bless her and family.”
Mandy McAuley said: “So heartbreaking. Thinking of her family and friends at this devastating time.”
Air ambulance leaves the scene close to Highsted Road following a medical episode(Image: Liverpool ECHO)
A spokesperson for Merseyside Police said: “We can sadly confirm that a woman has passed away following a reported medical emergency in Kirkby earlier today.
“At around 10.55am today (Tuesday, November 11), we received a report from North West Ambulance Service (NWAS) that a woman aged in her 40s required urgent medical attention at a home on Highsted Road.
“The woman, who was pregnant, passed away at the scene.
“Officers attended to support NWAS and to assist with the transport of family to hospital.
“At this stage, the woman’s death is being treated as non-suspicious and her next of kin has been informed. A report will be sent to the Coroner’s Office.
“Whilst we remain at scene to establish the full circumstances, no criminal offences have been identified and no one has been arrested.
“We would discourage anyone from engaging in speculation online about the circumstances of this incident, which is unhelpful and potentially hurtful to those involved.”
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