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Dublin: Newborn baby's body found on beach Dublin: Newborn baby's body found on beach
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The body of a newborn baby has been found on a beach near Dublin in the Republic of Ireland.The body of a newborn baby has been found on a beach near Dublin in the Republic of Ireland.
At this stage, it is not clear whether the baby was a girl or a boy. A volunteer who was cleaning the area found the remains at Bell's Beach, Balbriggan, north of the city shortly before 10:00 local time on Saturday.
Gardaí (Irish police) said the remains of what appeared to be a baby were discovered shortly before 10:00 local time on Saturday in Balbriggan, north of the city. Gardaí (Irish police) have made an urgent appeal for the mother to come forward.
At a press conference, Sergeant Fiona Savidge said she believes the mother needs urgent medical attention.
Police said that because of the position the baby was in, and because it was partially buried they do not yet know whether it is a girl or a boy.
The baby's body has been removed to hospital and will be transferred to Dublin morgue.
The area has been cordoned off as police forensic officers carry out an investigation.The area has been cordoned off as police forensic officers carry out an investigation.
Gardaí are concerned about the well-being of the baby's mother and have asked her to come forward. Gardaí have also appealed to the public to come forward with any information.
They have also appealed to the public to come forward with any information.