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Met Police Appeal to Find Mother Who Left Romford Hospital After Giving Birth

Detectives say the case is a safeguarding effort because the woman is extremely vulnerable.

Overview

  • Officers were alerted around 5pm on Tuesday, 30 December, after the woman left a Romford hospital shortly after giving birth.
  • The newborn remains under hospital care and is reported to be in good health.
  • The Met released CCTV stills showing her arriving visibly pregnant and later leaving, plus an additional image of her in a dark coat and white shirt.
  • She is described as in her 20s, of slim build with dark hair, last seen in a light-coloured top and patterned skirt.
  • Detective Inspector Neil Godwin says this is not a criminal investigation and urges anyone with information to call 101 quoting CAD3892/30Dec.