Body of newborn baby girl found in London bin as man and woman arrested

The man, 26, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder, child neglect and concealment of a birth.

The 29-year-old woman was also arrested on suspicion of child destruction.

Both of the suspects were released on bail pending further enquiries but the crime scene remains in place.

Scotland Yard was called at 2.06pm on July 8 after a woman who had given birth presented at hospital.

Officers later attended a residential address in Taviton Street, Camden.

The baby's body was found in a container outside the address following a search of the premises.

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Detective Chief Inspector Neil John, leading the investigation, said: “We have carried out a range of enquiries since the body of a newborn baby girl was recovered on Monday.

“Following forensic examination, we can now confirm that the baby was delivered full-term inside a residential address and her remains were later recovered by officers from a refuse container outside the building at Taviton Street.

“This is a terribly sad and upsetting case for everyone involved and I would like to thank local residents for their patience as we continue with our enquiries and urge anyone with information to get in touch.”

Local policing Detective Chief Inspector Sarb Kaur added: “I would like to reassure the public that this was an isolated incident and while the passing of the baby is deeply upsetting, there is no wider risk to the community.

“Officers will remain at the scene while enquiries continue and any local residents with concerns can speak with those officers or contact their local neighbourhoods team.”

The Metropolitan Police is urging anyone with information relating to the incident to call 101, quoting 4897/8JUL.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous members of the public who could help the investigation have been told to call the independent charity Crimestoppers.

Crimestoppers can be contacted on 0800 555 111 or by visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.