Officers locate mother who abandoned new-born babyin Dartford

The mother of a new-born baby found unaccompanied outside Darent Valley Hospital on Friday 24 May, 2019 has been located. Following appeals for information, officers have been able to identify the mother who has been provided with the relevant medical support. The new-born boy continues to be taken care of. Detective Chief Inspector Matthew Talboys said: “I would like to thank all the staff and security at Darent Valley Hospital, the witnesses that provided relevant lines of enquiry and to the officers and staff who have worked tirelessly on this case. “With all partner agencies working together, all parties involved have been safeguarded and the appropriate support has been put in place.”