Tragedy as baby's body found in field in Salford, as police rush to scene

20 November 2024, 16:18 | Updated: 20 November 2024, 17:52

The scene where a baby's body was found
The scene where a baby's body was found. Picture: LBC

By Kit Heren

The body of a young baby has been found in a field in Salford.

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The body was found on Ravenscraig Road in Ashtons Field, close to a motorway bridge early on Wednesday afternoon.

Police confirmed the shocking find and said they would give more information in a statement later.

A forensic tent was spotted at the scene.

Ambulance workers were also in attendance, along with a large police presence.

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