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San Bernardino Police Seek Public's Help to Find Mother After Newborn Found Deceased on City Sidewalk

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Published on December 16, 2024
San Bernardino Police Seek Public's Help to Find Mother After Newborn Found Deceased on City SidewalkSource: Google Street View

The San Bernardino Police Department is requesting assistance from the public following the tragic discovery of a deceased newborn found on a city sidewalk. According to NBC Los Angeles, the infant was located on North I' Street, near Rialto Avenue and the 215 Freeway on December 3. Authorities are intensively searching for the mother as part of their ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the baby's death.

Found wrapped in female clothing and in an early stage of decomposition, the baby boy's cause of death has yet to be determined, revealed in a statement obtained by ABC7. Adjacent to the baby was a blue reusable grocery bag, which, as per Detective Chavez with the San Bernardino Police Department, is believed to have been used to transport the child to the location.

Emphasizing a critical concern for the mother's well-being, the San Bernardino Police have publicly reached out, indicating a need for her to access support services and medical attention. Police statements reported by FOX LA, implore the community to come forward with any potentially helpful information regarding the incident or the mother's identity.

In efforts to resolve this heartbreaking episode, Detective Chavez is actively encouraging anyone with knowledge to get in contact, as noted by FOX LA interview. Contact can be made directly to the detective at 909-384-6537. Alternatively, for those preferring confidentiality, anonymous tips are welcome at 1-800-78-CRIME or through the online option at wetip.com.