Search ends for mother who allegedly left newborn baby alone on porch in London, Ont.
Posted April 11, 2025 9:31 am.
Last Updated April 12, 2025 3:05 pm.
Police have located the mother of a newborn baby boy who was discovered alone on a front porch in London, Ont.
Authorities say a concerned citizen phoned the local authorities shortly before 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 10, about a newborn baby who was left in the area of Sterling Street and Oxford Street East, north of the downtown core.
Police transported the baby boy to a local hospital for assessment and he was found to be in good condition.
According to The London Free Press, a woman who lives at the address said a note had been left with the newborn indicating that the baby boy had been born the day prior and asked to give him a good home.
Officers were initially concerned for the mother’s well-being and requested the public’s help to track her down.
“We would like to thank the public for their compassion and engagement in this situation. Thankfully, everyone is safe,” Det. Insp. Sean Travis said in an update. “As the investigation progresses, we will be limited in what information can be provided to respect the privacy of everyone involved.”
Officials say the London Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Section continue to investigate the incident.
