Police in Greater Manchester have made a direct appeal to the mother of a baby whose remains were found in a park.
A woman walking her dog at 12.30pm on Wednesday discovered the remains in the vicinity of Ashton’s Field in Little Hulton, Salford.
Detective chief inspector Charlotte Whalley from Greater Manchester Police urged the mother to come forward.
She said: “We know that this baby’s mum is somewhere out there potentially watching this, and we would appeal for anyone who may know them or had their suspicions about a pregnancy to come forward so we can find her and speak to her.
“Trained officers are ready to support her no matter what the circumstances are.
“Please contact us.
“Our priority is to find answers and to make sure the mum is safe.”
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