Police have issued an urgent appeal after a newborn baby was found dead in Weston-super-Mare.
Avon and Somerset police were called at 8.50am today (December 12) after a member of the public found the boy's body in a private garden in Victoria Quadrant.
DCI Mike Buck said: “This is a very sad and distressing incident. We’re extremely concerned for the welfare of the mother of this child and need to trace her as soon as possible.
"We’re treating the baby’s death as unexplained at this time.
"I’m specifically appealing to people in Weston-super-Mare. Have you suspected somebody you know is heavily pregnant, but may not have been willing to disclose this?
"That person might have a connection with Victoria Quadrant? Their behaviour might have changed in the last 24 hours?
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"You can contact us in complete confidence. Our priority right now is to find the mother of this child and support her, so please do the right thing.”
Amanda Braund, of North Somerset Children’s Services, made a direct appeal to the mother.
She said: "I can’t imagine what you’re going through but we want to help you.
"We have specially trained professionals who can support you and make sure you get the medical attention you need.
"Please get in touch with the police by calling 999 or your nearest hospital.”
If you can help police find the mother, please call 999.
If you have any other information which could help, please call 101.
The reference number for this incident, which you can give to the call handler, is 5220278654.
