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THE OLIFANTSHOEK police are investigating a case of child neglect after a newborn baby boy was left abandoned in a yard in Plakkerskamp.
Northern Cape police spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Sergio Kock requested assistance from the public in tracing the mother of the baby.
“On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at approximately 5am, a newborn baby boy was found covered in blankets and crying in a yard in Plakkerskamp. It is alleged the bay was left in the yard by his mother. The baby, after being examined, was taken to a place of safety,” said Kock.
“Anyone with information regarding the matter can contact Detective Constable Rhofhiwa Tshivhule on 082 302 0395 or send an anonymous SMS to 32211 or use the MySAPS app. All information will be treated confidentially.”