Police launch an investigation after the three bodies are discovered at the home in Stoke-on-Trent
A woman and two young children have been found dead at a home.
Staffordshire Police were called to the house in Stanfields, Stoke-on-Trent, at 6.35pm on Sunday.A spokesman for the force said: "Tragically, a woman and two young children were pronounced dead at the scene.
"A man was arrested at the scene."
Police said an investigation was now under way.
Chief Superintendent Martin Evans said: "We understand the local community are both shocked and saddened by this tragic incident.
"We recognise the community's need for information, however it is important not to speculate and let our detectives conduct their detailed investigation to establish the full facts.
"Local officers will maintain a visible presence in our community to support the investigation and the local community affected."
A spokesman added: "A male was arrested by the police responding to the incident in connection with the deaths and he is speaking to detectives about this tragic incident.
"Whilst a detailed forensic examination of the scene has already commenced, it is expected that police will remain at the scene for some considerable time." SOURCE>>>SKY NEWS