Urgent Search for Newborn Baby Missing in Freezing London Streets
Detectives are urgently calling on the public to help find a newborn baby believed to be sleeping rough in subzero temperatures. The tiny tot, barely a week old, went missing alongside parents Constance Marten, 35, and Mark Gordon, 48.
Last Seen Buying Camping Gear Near Whitechapel
On Saturday 7 January, the family was spotted at an Argos on Whitechapel Road, E1, at 6:19 pm. Mark paid in cash for two large bags containing a blue two-man tent, two sleeping bags and pillows, leaving the store at 6:40 pm.
The trio wandered the Whitechapel Road area for three hours. They tried unsuccessfully to hail black cabs before fleeing on foot. Their last confirmed sighting was at 10 pm walking along Brick Lane towards Bethnal Green Road, with Mark often leading the way.
Police Fear Baby Left Exposed to Deadly Cold
“We are very worried that this newborn, less than a week old, has been forced to endure freezing temperatures, possibly camping outdoors,” said Detective Superintendent Lewis Basford, leading the investigation.
“No child should suffer such life-threatening conditions. It’s critical anyone with info contacts us immediately, whether recent or older sightings. Every detail matters.”
The family might be hiding among homeless communities in London or camping in isolated rural areas. Police urge everyone to stay alert, especially in wastelands or parks.
Mysterious Timeline: From Car Fire in Bolton to Whitechapel
- 5 January: Police called to a car fire on the M61 near Farnworth, Bolton. Occupants Constance and Mark were not inside.
- It’s believed most of their belongings were lost in the blaze. Constance had just given birth but had not seen medical help.
- The couple walked away from the motorway and reportedly took taxis through Liverpool and Harwich.
- Witnesses saw them with the baby in Harwich on 7 January and in Colchester soon after.
- Essex Police found them near East Ham Station on 7 January.
- On 7 January evening, they took a taxi to Whitechapel, arriving around 6:14 pm, carrying an orange bag and pram, with heads and faces covered, shoes wrapped in white plastic bags.
That’s the last known trace of the family.
How to Help Find the Missing Family
If you have any information, call the incident room on 020 7175 0785 immediately.
For anonymous tips, contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. They never ask for your identity and don’t track devices.
Time is of the essence – a newborn’s life could be at risk. Keep your eyes peeled and report anything suspicious today.
