Three arrested after body of baby found in Ipswich

Suffolk Police has launched a murder investigation

Author: Abi SimpsonPublished 9th Dec 2023
Last updated 9th Dec 2023

Three people have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the discovery of the body of a baby in Ipswich.

Suffolk Police tells us officers were called at around 12.35pm on Saturday 9th December following reports a newborn baby had been found outside a premises on Norwich Road.

Paramedics were also called, but the baby was sadly declared dead.

The death is being treated as unexplained and is under investigation.

Two men and a female have been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident and remain in police custody for questioning.

A police cordon is in place within Norwich Road as enquiries take place.

Detective Chief Superintendent Jane Topping said: “This is a very sad and distressing incident and, at this time, our investigation into the circumstances surrounding the baby’s death is in its early stages.

“I would urge people not to speculate on social media as to the circumstances of this tragic event.”

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