North Wales Police Appeal for Mother After Newborn Baby Found on Shoreline
North Wales Police have issued an appeal for the mother of a newborn baby whose body was discovered on the Menai Strait shoreline near Siliwen Road in Bangor on Sunday. Authorities, including Fiona Giraud of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, have expressed significant concern for the mother's health and urged her to contact them, noting she may be extremely vulnerable.
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According to BBC UK, the body of a newborn baby was located along a shoreline in north Wales. North Wales Police have requested that the mother, who may be described as "extremely vulnerable," come forward. A member of the public discovered the body on the Menai Strait shoreline near Siliwen Road in Bangor on Sunday shortly before 17:00 BST.
During a press conference, Fiona Giraud, the director of midwifery and women's services for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board, made a direct appeal to the mother. She stated that the immediate priority is for the mother's health, safety, and wellbeing, acknowledging that she might be feeling overwhelmed, frightened, or uncertain about the next steps. Giraud indicated that the force has real concerns regarding the mother's health, noting that she might be hesitant to seek necessary support due to fear of identification.
She addressed the possibility that the mother might feel isolated or unable to discuss the events that occurred. Giraud emphasized that while the full circumstances of the baby's death are not yet known, the immediate priority is locating the mother, ensuring her safety, and guaranteeing she receives any required medical attention and support. She personally asked for contact, advising that she could speak with a healthcare professional, approach a police officer, or go to a police station.
Det Sgt Kelly Wynne mentioned that the police were worried the mother might not be in a position to reach out for assistance. Wynne also appealed to the baby's father, as well as the mother's family, friends, neighbors, or colleagues for any relevant information. Wynne stated that while coming forward is difficult, inaction is not an option. The force also requested contact from anyone who might have information regarding a woman or girl who may have been pregnant or whose behavior has been unusual or out of character over the preceding months, including withdrawal from social ties.
A post-mortem examination is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon. The police advised that residents in Bangor might observe an increased police presence over the coming days as the investigation proceeds. Anyone possessing information is urged to call 101 and reference Operation Melex. Furthermore, a Major Incident Public Portal, external (MIPP), has been established for individuals to directly contact the police with information that could aid the enquiries.
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