BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A newborn was found dead near a dumpster in south Bakersfield and the mother was taken to a hospital early Monday morning, according to the Bakersfield Police Department.
Officers responded to the 1500 block of Panama Lane around 1:25 a.m. for the report of an unresponsive baby found near a dumpster. Medical personnel pronounced the baby dead.
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The coroner’s office will determine the cause and manner of death.
The mother of the newborn was at the scene and was taken to a nearby hospital, according to the police department.
The investigation of the newborn’s death is ongoing. Police said no arrests have been made.
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