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De Deur SAPS launches investigation after newborn body found

September 16, 2025

De Deur SAPS is investigating a case of concealment of birth following the discovery of a newborn baby girl’s body at a dumping site in Ironside on Saturday, 13 September.

The baby was found unclothed and was pronounced dead by EMS paramedics at the scene. This is a deeply disturbing incident that will not be tolerated. The investigation is ongoing, and law enforcement is committed to bringing the perpetrator to justice.

The police are urging anyone in the community with relevant information about this incident to come forward. Any information shared will be treated with confidentiality. De Deur SAPS can be contacted on 016 590 9200, or individuals can reach the investigating officer, Captain Kruger, directly on 082 319 9620.

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