Body of baby girl found in rubbish bin at Penang flats

Officials in George Town reported that the lifeless body of a baby girl, with the umbilical cord still attached, was discovered in a trash bin within the Farlim flats area on Thursday (Sept 28).

According to Timur Laut OCPD Asst Comm Soffian Santong, a group of cleaners made the unsettling discovery around 10am.

The authorities have subsequently transported the body to the Penang Hospital for further investigation.

ACP Soffian issued an appeal to the public, urging anyone with relevant information regarding the incident to come forward and contact the police. – Bernama