Appeal for mother of baby to come forward
Detectives are urging the mother of the newborn baby whose body was found in the Grand Union canal to seek medical help.
Police were called at 13:19hrs on Sunday, 9 May, to the body of a newborn baby found in the Grand Union canal near to Old Oak Lane, NW10.
Officers attended with the London Ambulance Service. The baby was pronounced dead at the scene. Cordons remain in place.
An urgent investigation is under way to establish the circumstances.
Detective Inspector Sarah O’Toole, said: “We are concerned for the wellbeing and safety of the baby’s mother and are urging her to seek medical help by dialing 999 or by going to the nearest hospital.
“I’m also asking for the public to help us – the canal towpath is usually busy with walkers, runners and cyclists. Did you see anything in the last few days by the Grand Union canal near to Old Oak Lane or have you heard anything that might help us?
“If you have any information, please call 101 with reference Cad 3589/09May.”