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An investigation is likely to be launched into the death of a six-year-old boy in Bedfordshire, writes Clare Jerrom.

Jason Hills was found dead at his home, and his death is being treated as murder. The post-mortem results confirmed he had been strangled by ligature.

Police confirmed a man has been arrested and is in custody in hospital under supervision. The police said it was highly unlikely that the man, who is believed to be Jason’s father, would be interviewed for several days.

A social services spokesperson said it was likely that a Part 8 review would take place, but a formal decision would follow the criminal investigation.

Social services had been made aware of Jason earlier in the year, although it was decided that he was not at risk.

"We investigated the circumstances of this family following a referral in June," the spokesperson said.

"A child in need assessment was conducted, and no further action was required from a child protection point of view, at that time. Jason was not placed on the child protection register," she added.