CHICHAWATNI (Staff Reporter) – A grim discovery was made in the Iqbal Nagar area of Chichawatni on Thursday, where the body of a newborn baby was found at a designated “Suthra Punjab” garbage disposal point along the GT Road.
The heartbreaking incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Kassowal Police Station, leaving the local community in a state of shock and mourning.
Incident Details
According to local sources, passersby spotted the infant’s body discarded among the waste and immediately alerted the authorities. Upon receiving the information, a heavy contingent from the Kassowal Police arrived at the scene, cordoning off the area to collect evidence and initiate a preliminary investigation.
Legal and Medical Proceedings
Police officials have confirmed that the body has been taken into custody. While the infant has not yet been shifted to the hospital for an autopsy, sources indicate that the transfer will take place as soon as the necessary legal documentation and on-site forensics are completed.
“We are investigating the matter from all possible angles to identify those responsible for this inhumane act,” a police spokesperson stated.
Community Reaction
The discovery has sparked outrage among the residents of Iqbal Nagar. Local citizens have strongly condemned the act, calling it a “shameful stain on humanity.” They have urged the District Police Officer (DPO) and higher authorities to:
Utilize CCTV footage from nearby businesses on GT Road.
Trace the individuals responsible for abandoning the infant.
Ensure that the culprits face the full force of the law to prevent such incidents in the future.