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Newborn baby found dead on side of Memphis road; search on for mother

The baby was found wrapped in a towel in a bag on Raleigh-LaGrange Road on Sunday. It appeared to be full term.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis police are looking into the death of a newborn baby who was found on the side of the road on Sunday.

According to the Memphis Police Department, the baby was found wrapped in a towel in a bag in the 4000 block of Raleigh-LaGrange Road. Police said it appeared to be full term. 

No arrest has been made.

The search is on for the baby's mother, who police believe may be in medical distress and needs help. Investigators are asking for help in finding the mother to verify her health and well-being.

Police ask anyone with information to come forward by calling Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH. Tips can also be submitted anonymously by clicking here

If an arrest is made, you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

Homicide Investigation 4000 Block of Raleigh-LaGrange Road Report #2203002296ME MEMPHIS, TN – On Sunday, March 6,...

Posted by Memphis Police Department est.1827 on Monday, March 7, 2022

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