Newborn Baby Found Dead in Yeovil, Woman Arrested
A shocking discovery at a Yeovil recycling centre has left the community reeling. On Wednesday, April 12, a newborn baby girl’s body was found, sparking a police investigation.
Police Called to Lufton Trading Estate
Officers responded just after 2.30pm after staff at the waste and recycling centre in Lufton Trading Estate uncovered the tragic scene. The baby was discovered at the site, prompting immediate police action.
Woman Arrested as Enquiries Continue
Police later attended a vacant property in Yeovil. A woman has been arrested on suspicion of concealing a birth. She remains in custody, receiving medical care while being interviewed under caution.
Detective Inspector Ben Lavender said: “This is a very sad and distressing incident. We don’t yet know what has happened and are treating the baby’s death as unexplained at this time, pending the results of a post-mortem examination.”
“In the meantime, it has been necessary to arrest a woman in order to interview her under caution and with the appropriate legal safeguards in place. While she is in police custody she is receiving appropriate medical support.”
“I would urge people not to speculate on the circumstances of this tragic event.”
