Body of newborn baby discovered on Welsh shoreline
The body of a newborn baby has been discovered on a shoreline in Wales, police said.
Searches are ongoing to try and trace the mother of the infant, who was found by a member of the public near the Siliwen Road area in Bangor shortly before 5pm on Sunday, a North Wales Police spokesman said. In an appeal released by the force, Fiona Giraud, director of midwifery and women’s services for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, said: “We have real concerns for the health of the mother. “We recognise that she is likely to be extremely vulnerable. She may be fearful of seeking the support she needs through fear of identifying herself.” Making a direct appeal to the mother, she added: “First, I want you to know that our immediate concern is for your health, safety and wellbeing. We recognise that you may be feeling frightened, overwhelmed or unsure about what to do next. “You may feel you have nowhere to turn or that you cannot speak to anyone about what has happened. Please do not feel that you have to face this alone. “We don’t yet know all the circumstances surrounding your baby’s death but what is important right now is that we find you, make sure you are safe and ensure you receive any medical attention and support you may need. “I am asking you personally, to please get in touch with us. You can speak to a healthcare professional, approach a police officer or attend a police station.” Detective Sergeant Kelly Wynne said: “We are concerned the baby’s mother may not be in a position to reach out for support, so we are appealing directly to her, the father and those who may have knowledge, such as friends, family, neighbours or colleagues. “If you have any information regarding a woman or girl you think may have been pregnant or whose behaviour has been unusual or out of character over the past few months including withdrawing from friends, family or social ties, please contact us. “We appreciate coming forward is difficult, but inaction is not an option. “The mother desperately needs help. Anyone with information, we need you to do the right thing to ensure this mother gets the health support she needs. “All names received will be treated with the utmost discretion and can be eliminated as the mother without delay.” The force said a post-mortem examination was due to take place on Wednesday. Anyone with information can contact police on 101, quoting Operation Melex, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. Information can also be left on a public portal at mipp.police.uk/operation/60NWP26G07-PO1.
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