Probe launched after foetus found in Hanover Park drain
Residents of Hanover Park were left horrified after an unborn baby was found dead in a blocked drain, sparking a police investigation into the tragic discovery.
On Sunday night, residents in Hanover Park uncovered the remains of an unborn baby in a blocked drain at Hanall Walk. Police have opened an inquest to determine how the foetus ended up there and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery. A community forum member stated that details were still unclear and emphasized the importance of community members coming forward with any information, citing ongoing violence in the area.
No arrests have been made, and the South African Police Service (SAPS) is leading the investigation.
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