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Baby dumped at municipal landfill

The body of a baby was found dumped at the municipal landfill in Mhluzi.

The foetus was discovered by recyclers who were rummaging through the rubbish heaps at the dumpsite.

Mhluzi Police spokesperson Sergeant Thabitha Leshilo said that when the police arrived at the scene they found the discarded foetus inside a plastic bag.

• A case of birth concealment is being investigated following the incident.

No suspects have been identified.

Sergeant Leshilo urges Mhluzi residents with any information to contact the Mhluzi Police Station on 013 247 7396.

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