Newborn Abandoned in Plastic Bag in Mexico: Authorities Investigate

Disturbing Footage Captures Newborn Abandonment in Tultitlán

A shocking incident was caught on a home security camera in Tultitlán, State of Mexico, showing a young man abandoning a newborn baby in a plastic bag on a public sidewalk. The footage, which has since gone viral, has sparked widespread outrage, with social media users identifying the suspect and demanding swift action from authorities.

The heartbreaking event took place on February 11 at approximately 6:23 PM in the Fuentes del Valle neighborhood. The video shows the suspect carefully placing what appears to be a trash bag on the pavement before walking away as if nothing had happened.

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Una cámara de seguridad grabó el momento exacto en que un sujeto abandonó en plena vía pública a un recién nacido dentro de una bolsa de basura en calles de la comunidad de Fuentes del Valle.

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Viral Video Aids in Suspect Identification

As the video spread across social media platforms, internet users quickly mobilized, analyzing the footage to uncover the suspect’s identity. The images clearly show a young man wearing a white hoodie, dark curly hair, and glasses. Online communities have urged authorities to arrest the individual, calling for charges not only of abandonment but also for attempted infanticide.

Authorities arrived at the scene shortly after the incident and rescued the baby, who was still alive. The newborn was immediately transported to a local hospital for medical care.

Mother Speaks Out: Claims She Was Deceived

In an emotional interview with Milenio Televisión, the mother of the abandoned baby stated that she was unaware of what had happened. She explained that she had entrusted her newborn to the baby’s father, believing he was taking the child to a hospital for medical attention.

“I gave him our baby because he was born premature and needed urgent care. He told me he was taking him to the hospital. I never imagined he would abandon him like that,” the 21-year-old mother explained.

The woman, who had unexpectedly given birth at her workplace, remained behind to clean up, believing her partner would seek medical help for their child. It was only after the video surfaced that she discovered what had actually happened.

Fight for Custody of the Abandoned Newborn

After learning of the incident, the mother immediately went to the Public Prosecutor’s Office to file a formal complaint against the father. She also attempted to reclaim custody of her baby, but due to protocol, the infant remains under medical supervision in a hospital incubator.

Authorities are now investigating the case, and the mother has vowed to complete all necessary legal procedures to gain full custody of her child. The case has reignited discussions on child neglect, parental responsibility, and the importance of legal measures to protect vulnerable newborns. As public pressure mounts, authorities are expected to take swift action against the suspect.