Foetus found in blue bag at Kimberley dump site
A foetus was found at the Kimberley dumps in a blue shopping bag.
Image: File / Thobile Mathonsi
The Kimberley SAPS Serious and Violent Crimes unit is investigating a case of the concealment of birth after a foetus was discovered in a blue shopping bag at the Kimberley dumping site on Monday.
This is the third foetus that was discarded at the dumps since May this year.
SAPS Northern Cape spokesperson Lieutenant Colonel Sergio Kock said the foetus was found by a community member at the dumping site on Monday, August 4, at about 2.40 pm.
"Additionally, the police are requesting assistance as two other similar cases were reported on May 20 and June 23. All information can be forwarded to Detective Constable Immanuel Jeffreys on 082 302 0407 or contact the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or utilise the MySaps app. All information will be treated confidentially. The investigation continues," Kock added.