Investigation underway in South El Monte infant death
An infant was found dead in South El Monte in the Whittier Narrows Recreation Area around 8 a.m. Friday.
Homicide detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department reported that the newborn boy was 7 to 9 months old, with the umbilical cord attached. A man doing community service at the park discovered the small body. Authorities continue to search for the mother who abandoned the newborn who appeared to be fully developed.
Anyone with information on the case was urged to call the Sheriff's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500.
The Baby Safe Surrender Program provides parents with the choice to legally and safely surrender their baby at any hospital or fire station across the county of Los Angeles, no questions asked. For more information visit, lacounty.gov/residents/public-safety/baby-safe-surrender-program.
