A YOUNG boy died after being found floating in a pond at his family home in Castleford, police said.

The 23-month-old boy was taken to hospital after being found in the garden pond yesterday.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said the incident was being investigated.

Inspector Mick Starkey said: "A 23-month-old baby boy from the Castleford area was earlier today found floating in the pond at the family home.

"The child was taken to Pinderfields Hospital at 1.25pm today where he was pronounced dead.

"Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic death and are keeping an open mind.

"The media are asked to allow the family to grieve in peace while inquiries continue."

He added that no further details were being released last night.