Ohio Town Considers Expanding Safe Haven Boxes After Infant Found Dead in Garbage Truck
TL;DR
Police are investigating the death of a newborn girl found in a garbage truck in Plain City, Ohio. The baby's umbilical cord was still attached, and a preliminary autopsy showed she was female, but the cause of death is still unknown. Police are reviewing video footage and seeking information about the mother's health, as they suspect the baby was born without professional healthcare assistance. DNA analysis has been ordered, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Plain City police.
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