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Newborn Found in Auburn Bin: Police Seek Mother
31 Aug
Summary
- Baby boy's body discovered in Auburn rubbish bin on Monday.
- Police are urgently seeking the mother, expressing serious welfare concerns.
- Investigation launched with appeals for witnesses and footage.
Police in Sydney's south-west are investigating the discovery of a newborn baby boy's body. The infant was found in a rubbish bin on Harrow Road in Auburn on Monday morning. Emergency services were alerted around 11:20 AM AEST, and officers confirmed the discovery of the newborn.
A crime scene has been established as detectives work to understand the circumstances surrounding the tragic find. Authorities have expressed significant concern for the baby's mother and are making a public appeal for her to attend the nearest hospital to receive immediate medical attention.
Investigators are urging anyone who was in the Auburn area on Monday morning, or who may have dashcam or mobile footage, to come forward. Information can be provided to Auburn police station or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
