Woman arrested after body of new-born found in a bag

A woman has been arrested after the body of a new-born baby was found in a bag in west London.

It had been left outside a church in Notting Hill last Tuesday.

A woman in her 30s, who remains in hospital, is being questioned on suspicion of concealing a birth, neglect and infanticide.

Detectives say they're open-minded around the circumstances.

Superintendent Owen Renowden said:

"We believe that the woman is the baby's mother and I am reassured that she is receiving the support she needs, while officers continue their work to understand what took place.

"I recognise that the news of this arrest may cause concern among our community, but when dealing with investigations of this nature our priority is to ensure the welfare of all involved and ensure that all lines of inquiry are fully explored.

"I appreciate the high level of attention that this investigation has received, but we politely ask for the public not to speculate."

A forensic post-mortem examination of the boy will take place later this week.

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