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Baby Born in Australian Police Station Driveway
14 Aug
Summary
- A woman unexpectedly gave birth in a police station driveway.
- A police constable delivered the baby with phone guidance.
- Mother and newborn baby Lyla are healthy and home.
In a remarkable turn of events on Tuesday, Aug. 11, a man pulled into the Browns Plains police station driveway in Queensland, Australia, seeking urgent help.
His 22-year-old partner was in active labor, with contractions just two minutes apart. Realizing they could not reach Logan Hospital in time, they stopped at the nearest police station.
Constable Jenna Ziviani, arriving back at the station, assisted with the delivery of baby Lyla. Guided by an ambulance officer over the phone, Ziviani managed the birth from the baby crowning to supporting the newborn.
Paramedics arrived shortly after Lyla's birth and transported the family to the hospital. Both mother and baby are reportedly healthy and have since returned home.
Police described the event as "meant to be," highlighting the timely arrival of the police crew, and praised the calm guidance from the phone operator.
