Residents of Dechimso-Hafia in the Ashanti Region were met with a distressing discovery on Sunday when a newborn baby was found abandoned in a bush.
According to eyewitnesses, the infant was discovered by passersby in a secluded thicket within the community. Shocked by what they saw, the residents immediately raised an alarm and alerted the appropriate authorities.
Emergency response teams swiftly rescued the baby and transported the child to the Manhyia Health Facility, where medical staff are currently providing care. Health officials say they are closely monitoring the newborn’s condition, though no official medical update has been released yet.
Local police have launched an investigation into the incident, working to establish the circumstances that led to the abandonment and to identify the person or persons responsible. Security sources indicate that intelligence gathering is underway, and investigators are reviewing possible leads within the community.
Authorities are appealing to residents of Dechimso-Hafia and surrounding areas to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation. Officials have stressed that even seemingly minor details may prove crucial in tracing those behind the act.
The incident has sparked widespread concern among community members, with many calling for stronger social support systems and increased public vigilance to help prevent similar occurrences in the future.
As investigations continue, the immediate priority remains the safety and wellbeing of the rescued newborn.
