A BABY's body was found dumped off a footpath in Marston, Oxford this morning.

Thames Valley Police officers are at the scene investigating, after being called out at 9.20am to Edgeway Road.

A scene watch is currently in place in the area while officers investigate the circumstances of the death.

Oxford Mail:

Det Insp Jim Holmes, from Oxford Force CID, said: “This investigation is in its very early stages and officers are working to trace the mother of the child as she may require urgent medical attention.

“If you are the mother of the baby, please come forward so that we can ensure any appropriate help needed can be provided. Likewise if you are a friend or family member of the mother, please come forward so we can check on her welfare.

“The death is being treated as unexplained at this time. “

Ambulance staff were called to the scene at 9.25am to find the baby already dead, South Central Ambulance Service spokesman David Gallagher said.

He added: "We sent our Enhanced Care Response Unit and an ambulance but nothing could be done. It was pronounced deceased at the scene."

Anyone with any information should call the 24-hour Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101.