A major investigation is underway after a child was found dead at a home on the Gold Coast.

Emergency services were called to a residence in Coomera around 8pm on Monday night where they found the 12-year-old girl unresponsive.

She was declared deceased a short time later.

It’s understood the girl suffered from a number of health conditions.

Queensland Police have confirmed a post-mortem will be conducted today.

A crime scene remains in place at the property and the Child Protection and Investigation Unit is investigating.

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