Moving tributes in memory of a toddler whose death is the subject of a murder inquiry have been left at his home.

The one-year-old, who was named locally as Charlie Roberts, died on Saturday following an incident in Darlington.

Emergency services were called to Frosterley Drive at 9am on Friday and the youngster was rushed to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle.

The boy’s death has left the community he was part of deeply shocked and upset.

Neighbours have described feeling 'sick' and are unable to sleep. 

People have left heartfelt notes and flowers as well as cuddly toys such as teddy bears and a rabbit in his memory.  

Photographs of Charlie from a Facebook account that has since been deleted show him as a happy smiling young boy.

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People have taken to social media to share their own messages of sadness and sympathy following Charlie's death.

Maureen Amos said: "Poor little baby, fly high little Angel xx"

Writing on Facebook, Sue Pringle said: "RIP little man. Such a short life. God bless and you shine like a big bright star."

Leeann Beck said: "RIP sweet and innocent little boy. Taken far to early. Absolutely heartbreaking.

"In the gates of heaven I hope your sleeping peacefully and the angels are looking after you."

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Charlie’s death was confirmed by detectives over the weekend who said a man in his 30s had been arrested on suspicion of murder.

A woman in her 40s has been arrested on suspicion of causing or allowing serious injury to a child.

Both have now been released pending further inquiry.