Authorities in Virginia have opened a demise investigation after a group member discovered a “late-term fetus” in a pond.
The Leesburg Police Department stated in a press launch {that a} group member referred to as police at roughly 4:30 p.m. Monday after they found the deceased child within the pond behind Park Gate Drive in Leesburg.
Emergency companies subsequently responded to the world, which was secured for additional investigation, which police stated was “being treated with the utmost seriousness and sensitivity.”
“This is a deeply tragic situation,” Leesburg Police Chief Thea Pirnat stated within the launch. “We urge anyone with information to come forward, not just for the sake of the investigation, but also to ensure that those in need are provided appropriate medical attention and services.”
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A deceased fetus was present in a pond in Leesburg, Virginia, on Monday. (Leesburg Police)
Police stated the physique was transported to the Workplace of the Chief Medical Examiner of Virginia for an post-mortem.
The division is urging anybody with details about this case to return ahead, emphasizing that confidentiality will probably be revered and dealt with with discretion.
In addition they stated there are sources obtainable for individuals “who may find themselves in distressing situations, including options for the safe and anonymous surrender of newborns under the Virginia Safe Haven laws.”
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Police stated the investigation “is being treated with the utmost seriousness and sensitivity.” (Leesburg Police)
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Ideas might be despatched to the Leesburg Police Division by way of its non-Emergency quantity, 703-771-4500, or its Nameless Tip Line: 703-443-TIPS (8477). They can be emailed to: [email protected].
The case stays under investigation.
