The body of a newborn baby was discovered on a shoreline in Bangor, north Wales, near Siliwen Road along the Menai Strait, according to multiple outlets. The discovery was made on Sunday.
North Wales Police are investigating and searching for the baby's mother, whose identity remains unknown, according to GB News.
According to GB News, a member of the public discovered the infant's body on Sunday evening, and police were contacted shortly before 5pm regarding the discovery. GB News also reported that authorities are working with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board to determine the circumstances of the infant's death.
The investigation is ongoing as police continue efforts to locate the baby's mother.
How each side covered it
Left
- The Independent reported the discovery of the newborn's body on a Welsh shoreline and the search for the mother.
“Body of newborn baby found on shoreline in Wales as police search for mother” — The Independent
Center
- BBC News and Sky News reported the body was found near Siliwen Road along the Menai Strait in Bangor.
- BBC News specified the discovery occurred on Sunday.
- BBC Sport also reported on North Wales Police's search for the mother.
“The body of the newborn was found near Siliwen Road near the Menai Strait on Sunday.” — BBC News
Right
- GB News reported additional detail, including that a member of the public found the body on Sunday evening.
- GB News reported police were contacted shortly before 5pm.
- GB News reported police are working with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board to determine the circumstances of the infant's death.
“An investigation has been launched after a member of the public discovered the body of a newborn infant on the shoreline of the Menai Strait in north Wales on Sunday evening.” — GB News
Questions readers ask
What happened in Bangor, Wales?
The body of a newborn baby was found on a shoreline near Siliwen Road along the Menai Strait in Bangor, north Wales, on Sunday. North Wales Police are investigating and searching for the baby's mother.
Where exactly was the baby found?
The body was found near Siliwen Road, close to the Menai Strait, in Bangor, north Wales, according to BBC News and GB News.
Who found the baby's body?
According to GB News, a member of the public discovered the newborn's body on the shoreline on Sunday evening, after which North Wales Police were contacted.
Is the mother's identity known?
No. According to GB News, the identity of the baby's mother remains unknown, and North Wales Police are searching for her.
Who is involved in the investigation?
North Wales Police are leading the investigation. According to GB News, they are working with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board to determine the circumstances of the infant's death.
Sources · 6 outlet reports
- The IndependentLeft-leaningBody of newborn baby found on shoreline in Wales as police search for mother
- BBC NewsCenterBody of newborn baby found on shoreline in Wales as police search for mother
- BBC SportCenterNorth Wales Police search for mother after body of baby found in Bangor
- Sky NewsCenterPolice investigating after newborn baby's body found along shoreline in Bangor
- GB NewsRight-leaningBody of newborn baby found on Welsh shoreline as police launch search for mother
- The TimesRight-leaningPolice appeal after baby’s body found on Welsh shoreline