A three-month-old boy found unresponsive at a house in Seacombe earlier this week has died, it has been confirmed. 

At about midday on Sunday (November 24), police were called to a property on Percy Road to reports of concern for the child.

The infant was taken to hospital to be assessed where injuries were found to his body.

The boy received treatment in hospital but despite the efforts of medical professionals, he was sadly pronounced deceased this afternoon (Friday, November 29).

A man and woman were charged with assault following the discovery on Sunday.

Klevi Pirjani, 36, and Nivalda Santos Pirjani, 33, both of Percy Road, Seacombe were charged with causing grievous bodily harm and Section 18 wounding with intent.

They were remanded into custody and are due to appear at Liverpool Crown Court on December 23.