Body of newborn baby found in west London
Officers were called to a church in Notting Hill
Last updated 26th Mar 2025
An investigation has begun after the body of a newborn baby was found in west London
Officers were called to the scene in Talbot Road in Notting Hill on Tuesday lunchtime and police are urgently appealing for the mother to come forward "for her own welfare".
The baby was declared dead at the scene.
Officers remain in the area and inquiries are ongoing to locate the baby's mother.
Some are guarding a taped cordon which blocks access to All Saints' Church on Clydesdale Road from Colville Gardens, Powys Square and Clydesdale Road.
A blue police tent is up at the scene and two forensic officers were seen walking towards it.
Scotland Yard said the baby's gender and exact age have not yet been established.
"You must feel very frightened but please let us help - we are really worried about you"
Superintendent Owen Renowden said: "This is an extremely sad and shocking matter and officers are working hard to establish the circumstances around what has taken place.
"This investigation is in the early stages and our immediate priority is to locate the baby's mother, who we believe may have very recently given birth.
"If you are the baby's mother and are reading this, please come forward to police or medical professionals.
"You must feel very frightened but please let us help - we are really worried about you and it is vitally important you get medical assistance and support.
"You can walk into any hospital, or a police station."
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact police on 101, quoting reference CAD 3431/25March.
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