Mother of dead baby found in Heywood urged to come forward

Detective Constable Kelly Bragg said the welfare of the baby's mother is the main priority

The mother of a newborn baby whose body was found in woodland on Wednesday morning has been urged to contact police.

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Detective Constable Kelly Bragg of Greater Manchester Police said the baby found near Peel Lane in Heywood was a girl.

She said they were concerned for the welfare of the baby's mother and called on her to get in touch.

DC Bragg said: "Our main priority at this time is the mother as she may be in need of medical help.

"If you are the baby's mother I would ask you to get in touch either directly or through a family member or friend you can trust, to contact me on your behalf.

"We also understand it may be difficult for the baby's mother to come forward and as such we are also asking anyone who might have any information to get in touch with us."

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 07387 705768.