Placenta found in woodlands

Published on 28/07/2012 02:21

A PLACENTA and medical equipment has been found discarded in woods, prompting a police investigation.

A dog walker made the discovery in South Woodchester, Gloucestershire, shortly after 7pm on Thursday.

Police said the woman found a plastic bag containing a bowl, a placenta and some medical equipment.

Detective Inspector Steve Bean said: “Our overall concern is that there may be a woman who has medical needs, and equally there may be a very premature baby requiring urgent medical attention.

“We need to hear from whoever left the items there.”