Baby's Remains Discovered in Greater Manchester Field

Police launch sensitive investigation after dog walker finds infant's body near Salford green space.

The remains of a baby, referred to by police as 'Baby A,' were found by a dog walker near Ashtons Field in Little Hulton, Salford, on Wednesday afternoon.
Greater Manchester Police have initiated an investigation to determine the identity, ethnicity, and gender of the baby, as well as the circumstances of their death.
A post-mortem examination is scheduled within the next two days to gather further information about how the baby died and how long the remains had been in the area.
Police are urging anyone with information, no matter how minor, to come forward, particularly regarding sightings near the area in recent days or knowledge of the baby's parents.
The discovery has prompted an increased police presence in the local community, with officers working alongside partner agencies to address the sensitive nature of the case.