Police confirmed a human placenta was found and launched an appeal to locate the mother and baby
Police confirmed a human placenta was found and launched an appeal to locate the mother and baby
Police have confirmed a mum and her baby have been located following the discovery of a placenta in a park yesterday
Emergency services were called to Werneth Park in Oldham, Greater Manchester, on Friday, March 29, after a member of the public alerted them to the situation.
The park was subsequently cordoned off by police as they launched an appeal to find the mother and baby. The Greater Manchester Police (GMP) confirmed the discovery was a human placenta.
Shortly after 11pm yesterday, officers announced the mother and baby had been found safe and well. A spokesperson for the Greater Manchester Police confirmed the news in a brief statement.
The spokesperson said: “Following our earlier appeal in relation to a placenta which was found in Werneth Park, Oldham, earlier today (Friday 28 March 2025), we have now located mum and baby.
“We are pleased to say that they are both safe and doing well.
“Alongside medical professionals, we have conducted several enquiries and are satisfied that the identity of those who have come forward match the placenta found.
“”The scene will now close, and our investigation has concluded that there are no untoward circumstances.”
The spokesperson for the force added: “We want to thank members of the public who have assisted us and cooperated with the closure of the park today, and hope that this update provides closure to any earlier concerns.”
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