Tragic abandonment of newborn among a pile of garbage in Bacolod being investigated by the police

Tragic abandonment of newborn among a pile of garbage in Bacolod being investigated by the police

• A lifeless newborn infant was discovered by a waste collector on Tuesday afternoon, July 22, in Purok Makiangayon, Barangay Punta Taytay, Bacolod City

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• The tragic discovery revealed the newborn's body inside a cooking pot, still bearing its umbilical cord, suggesting it was a very recent birth

• Police Station 9 has initiated a thorough investigation to identify the individual(s) responsible for abandoning the infant, examining the scene for clues and interviewing residents

• The disturbing act of abandonment has sent shockwaves through the local community, prompting authorities to work diligently to bring justice for the innocent life lost

A lifeless newborn was tragically discovered discarded among a pile of garbage in Purok Makiangayon, Barangay Punta Taytay, Bacolod City, on Tuesday afternoon, July 22.

Tragic abandonment of newborn among a pile of garbage in Bacolod being investigated by the police
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The heartbreaking find has prompted a police investigation into the identity of the infant and the circumstances surrounding its abandonment.

According to initial reports from Police Station 9, the deceased infant was found by a waste collector who was routinely sorting through trash beside a garbage bin.

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The newborn's body was reportedly found inside a cooking pot, with its umbilical cord still attached, indicating it may have been recently born.

The discovery sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting a deeply disturbing act of abandonment.

Authorities have immediately launched an in-depth investigation to identify the individual or individuals responsible for leaving the infant in such a desolate manner.

Investigators are meticulously examining the scene for any clues that could lead them to the perpetrator, including sifting through the surrounding refuse for potential evidence and interviewing residents in the vicinity.

Police Station 9 personnel are also coordinating with barangay officials and local health centers to gather any information that might shed light on the infant's origin.

They are exploring all possible angles, including reviewing any available security camera footage from nearby establishments or homes that could have captured movements related to the incident.

The primary objective of the investigation is to determine who abandoned the newborn and the reasons behind this tragic act.

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The incident serves as a grim reminder of societal issues that can lead to such desperate measures. Local social welfare departments are often involved in cases of infant abandonment, offering support and resources to address underlying factors.

In this instance, the immediate focus remains on the criminal aspect of the abandonment, as authorities work tirelessly to bring justice for the innocent life lost.

The community of Purok Makiangayon, along with the broader Bacolod City populace, awaits answers as the police continue their rigorous probe into this deeply distressing case.

News, photos, or videos that arouse the interest of netizens would often go viral on social media, due to the attention netizens give them. These viral posts appeal to the emotions of netizens, and in rare cases, this could also happen to ordinary people, making them very relatable stories.

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