The remains of a baby were found by a passerby on a beach in Melbourne’s south-east on Wednesday afternoon.
The baby, which police believe was a newborn, was discovered on a beach near the Nepean Highway in Seaford about 4.30pm.
Officers are now investigating the circumstances surrounding the death and the identity of the infant.
Police are investigating the death of a baby in Seaford.
Police hold serious concerns for the health and welfare of the baby’s mother and are asking for her to contact police as soon as possible.
📞Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000
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In a statement, Victoria Police said they “hold serious concerns for the health and welfare of the baby’s mother” and urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
