Images of abandoned Baby Edward released in search for his mother
Police are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare
Police trying to find the mother of a baby boy abandoned when he was 12 hours old have released new pictures of the newborn.
The infant, named Edward after the member of the public who found him, was left on a doorstep in Hackney, east London, shortly before midday on Saturday.
Detectives are concerned for the health of his mother, who gave birth outside a hospital environment.
Detective Sergeant Andy Barry said: "Baby Edward was only about 12 hours old when he was found abandoned on a doorstep in Sandringham Road. Edward is being well cared for by hospital staff and is a healthy, bonny lad.
"I am reaching out to Edward's mother. You are my primary concern. I do not know the circumstances around Edward's birth but, as a father myself, I understand how daunting becoming a parent can be."
Published: by Radio NewsHub