A 6-days-old baby dies after being found in a dustbin in Laudium, Tshwane

By Samantha Allen

Published: July 14, 2022 | 10:42 AM GMT

In Laudium, Tshwane, Netcare 911 was alerted to reports of an unconscious person.

When medical personnel came, they discovered people performing CPR on a baby.

The resuscitation process was immediately taken over by Netcare 911 Emergency Care Practitioners.

The infant, who was reportedly found by a man rummaging through a trash can and was wrapped in garments and placed in a plastic bag, was estimated to be around 6 days old.

Despite the paramedics’ best attempts, the infant’s health quickly worsened and he or she was tragically proclaimed dead a short while later.

The SAPS officers who responded to the situation will investigate into the circumstances that led to the baby being found in the trash can.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.