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Body of newborn baby found on shoreline in Wales as police search for mother
The health board and North Wales Police appealed directly to the mother to come forward
The body of a newborn baby has been found along a shoreline in north Wales.
North Wales Police has appealed for the mother who may be "extremely vulnerable" to come forward.
A member of the public found the body on the Menai Strait shoreline near Siliwen Road, in Bangor, on Sunday shortly before 17:00 BST.
During a press conference, director of midwifery and women's services for Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Fiona Giraud has appealed directly to the mother to come forward.
"I want you to know that our immediate concern is for your health, safety and wellbeing. We recognise that you may be feeling frightened, overwhelmed or unsure about what to do next," she said.
The force has not revealed any information about the baby's gender or age.
Giraud said they "have real concerns for the health of the mother".
"We recognise that she is likely to be extremely vulnerable. She may be fearful of seeking the support she needs through fear of identifying herself.
"You may feel you have nowhere to turn, or that you cannot speak to anyone about what has happened. Please do not feel that you have to face this alone.