Indianapolis Police Seek Information on Mother After Infant Found Abandoned
Indianapolis police are seeking information regarding the mother of an infant discovered abandoned at a shopping center in the 5400 block of East Thompson Road on the city's southeast side. The baby was found unharmed and taken to a hospital.…
Indianapolis, IN, August 25, 2026 —
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police are appealing for public assistance in locating the mother of an infant who was discovered abandoned at a shopping center on the city’s southeast side. The baby was found in the 5400 block of East Thompson Road.
According to authorities, the infant was discovered unharmed. Following the discovery, the baby was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and care.
In connection with this incident, law enforcement officials are reminding residents about the provisions of Indiana’s Safe Haven Law. This law allows a parent to safely and anonymously surrender an unharmed infant to any designated Safe Haven location, such as a hospital, fire station, or police station, without fear of arrest or prosecution.
The specific circumstances surrounding the abandonment and the identity of the mother are currently under investigation. Police have not released further details regarding the exact time the baby was found or any other specifics of the incident.
Anyone with information that could assist in identifying the mother or understanding the circumstances of this abandonment is urged to contact the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
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