Dead newborn found in Safe Haven box in Blackfoot

EastIdahoNews.com file photo The following is a news release from the Blackfoot Police Department. BLACKFOOT — The Twin Falls Police Department is investigating the death of a newborn girl found in the Safe Haven Baby Box at Grove Creek Medical Center in Blackfoot on Oct. 13. The Blackfoot Police Department responded to the scene and initiated a death investigation, as is standard procedure in cases involving suspicious deaths. The Twin Falls Police Department has since assumed responsibility for the investigation and is working closely with our partners at the Blackfoot Police Department. Idaho’s Safe Haven Baby Box program offers a safe and confidential option for parents in crisis, allowing them to relinquish their newborns without fear of prosecution. This law reflects the community’s commitment to protecting the lives of vulnerable infants. The staff at Grove Creek Medical Center, the site of Idaho’s only Safe Haven Baby Box, are commended for their compassionate response and support during this tragic situation. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and community affected by this loss. The health and safety of our community’s children remain our top priority. The Twin Falls Police Department will provide no further comments regarding this active investigation and will refer any follow-up inquiries to the Twin Falls County Prosecutor’s Office. The Blackfoot Police Department will provide no comments and will refer all inquiries to the Bingham County Prosecutor’s Office.The post Dead newborn found in Safe Haven box in Blackfoot appeared first on East Idaho News.
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