Woman released without charge after newborn baby found dead on Melbourne ... - ABC Online

Updated March 07, 2014 00:18:10

Homicide detectives are investigating the death of a newborn baby after police found the infant's body on a footpath in St Albans in Melbourne's west.

Police made the grim discovery in Ruth Street after a family member reported the death about 3pm on Wednesday afternoon.

Police arrived at a St Alban's property and found the infant's body on a nearby path.

Authorities said the exact circumstances surrounding the death are unknown.

Police said an 18-year-old St Albans woman was assisting their inquiries and an autopsy was set to be performed last night.

Anyone who has seen anything unusual in the area in the past week is urged to contact police, or can call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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First posted March 07, 2014 00:00:27