Deceased Newborn Found Alongside Road in Memphis

Police in Memphis, Tennessee are searching for answers after a newborn was found deceased alongside the road on Sunday, March 6.

According to officers, they found the deceased newborn in the 4000 block of Raleigh-LaGrange Road. The newborn appeared to be full term and was wrapped in a blanket before being placed in a bag according to the Associated Press.

Officers have yet to release any further information, but are actively investigating this tragic discovery. The Memphis Police Department are treating this investigation as a homicide according to a Facebook post.

No arrests have been made, but police are urging the public to please come forward with any information they might have. Anyone with information is urged to call Crime Stoppers at 528-CASH to keep your identity totally anonymous. Members of the public are also able to submit tips on the Crime Stoppers Memphis website.