Suffolk Police Department received an alert that a newborn baby was found outside a residence on December 9, 2023, at 12:35pm on Norwich Road. Officers responded to the area to investigate the report.

The baby was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Early into the murder investigation, detectives obtained warrants for three individuals. A female and two males have been remanded to police custody for suspicion of murder.

Detective Chief Superintendent Jane Topping said: “This is a very sad and distressing incident and, at this time, our investigation into the circumstances surrounding the baby’s death is in its early stages.

“I would urge people not to speculate on social media as to the circumstances of this tragic event.”