A newborn baby was found dead; half of its body got burned
CAGAYAN – Authorities are investigating the abandonment and death of a newborn baby found with half of its body burned in Barangay San Jose. According to the authorities, they are investigating seven persons of interest in connection with the case.
Police Captain Jackielyn Urian, Deputy Chief of Police of PNP Baggao, stated that the body of the male infant was found in a garbage can by the owner of a boarding house on April 26. The owner said that before finding the baby’s body, he saw someone burning a trash can in their compound.
The next day, while cleaning the compound, he discovered the baby’s body. At first, he thought it was a doll, but upon closer inspection, he realized it was a newborn baby.
This tragic incident has raised concerns about the prevalence of baby abandonment and the need for more support and education for new parents. Abandoning a child, especially in dangerous conditions, can lead to severe consequences, including death.
In many countries, there are laws and resources available to support parents who feel unable to care for their newborns. These resources include safe havens, where parents can drop off their babies anonymously and safely without fear of prosecution. Additionally, counseling services and financial assistance can help alleviate some of the pressures that new parents may face.
The discovery of this abandoned newborn baby with a burned body which was reported by balita.net is a heartbreaking reminder of the need for better support and education for new parents, as well as the consequences of abandoning a child in unsafe conditions. It is important to continue to raise awareness of this issue and provide resources to support parents in need.
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