A desperate search is underway after a newborn baby girl was discovered abandoned at a railway station in Worcestershire, leaving authorities deeply concerned for both the infant and her mother's welfare.
The heartbreaking discovery was made at Kidderminster Station on Tuesday evening when railway staff heard cries coming from the platform. Emergency services were immediately alerted and the infant, believed to be less than 24 hours old, was rushed to hospital for urgent medical attention.
Urgent Appeal for Mother's Whereabouts
West Mercia Police have launched a major operation to locate the baby's mother, expressing serious concerns about her physical and mental health following childbirth. Detective Inspector Mark Walters stated: "We are extremely worried about the mother's welfare and need to ensure she receives appropriate medical care as a matter of urgency."
Police confirmed the baby girl is currently being cared for by medical professionals and is "safe and well" despite the traumatic circumstances of her discovery.
Community in Shock
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing both concern for the infant and sympathy for the mother's situation. Local councillors have described the discovery as "deeply distressing" and are urging anyone with information to come forward immediately.
Railway staff who made the initial discovery are receiving support from their employer and counselling services following the traumatic incident.
Safe Haven Options Available
Authorities have taken the opportunity to remind the public about safe alternatives for parents who feel unable to care for their newborns. In the UK, parents can safely hand over babies to hospitals, GP surgeries, or emergency service stations without fear of prosecution if the child is unharmed.
Police are urging anyone with information, particularly the mother herself or anyone who noticed a pregnant woman in the Kidderminster area recently, to contact them immediately on 101.
