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A burial for a newborn baby who was found deceased at an Auckland recycling plant almost four years ago will be held next month.
Baby Anahera, as she’s been named by the local community, was discovered at the facility in Onehunga on August 16, 2021.
Auckland City Police criminal investigation branch Detective Inspector Scott Beard says despite extensive enquires over the years investigators have been unable to identify the baby’s mother, father, or wider family.
“We have worked with the coroner so she can be laid to rest,” he says.
“Now she can be released, we will work through the arrangements for a community service for her.”
Police are aware of community plans for a service on August 16, which will mark four years since she was found.
No matter how much time has passed, Beard wants to reiterate to the family police want to help resolve the matter for the baby and her family.
“It’s not too late for the baby’s mother or someone within her immediate circle of family or friends to come forward,” he says.
“We urge them and anyone else who might know what happened to do the right thing and talk to somebody, whether it’s police or someone who can notify us on their behalf.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact 105 quoting file number 210816/2825 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
