Authorities in Plano, Texas, responded to a report of an abandoned newborn baby on Tuesday afternoon. The infant, reportedly only an hour old, was found wrapped in a towel at a business located on North Central Expressway. The individuals who left the baby informed callers they had just given birth.
Plano police swiftly identified and located the baby's parents. While the investigation continues, their identities remain undisclosed. The exact location where the infant was left within the business complex has not been revealed, although reports indicate a Planned Parenthood clinic is in the vicinity.
The newborn was transported to a Dallas hospital and is currently in good health. This incident prompted police to remind the public about Texas' Safe Haven law, which allows parents to anonymously relinquish infants at designated locations like hospitals, fire stations, and emergency medical services stations without facing prosecution for abandonment or neglect. They emphasized that seeking help is not shameful and prioritizing the child's welfare is paramount.
The Plano Police Department continues its investigation, and further details are expected to be released as they become available.
