Death of child sparks HSE inquiry

The HSE is to launch a “comprehensive review” of its involvement with the family of eight-year-old Anthony Ward, who was found dead in his home in North Cork yesterday morning.

An autopsy to be carried out today on the body of the boy is expected to conclude he died of asphyxiation.

In a statement last night, the HSE South said: “As with all serious incidents such as this, the HSE has committed to a comprehensive review of the involvement of HSE services with the family.”