DAVAO CITY — A newborn baby girl was found abandoned in a vacant lot inside Elenita Heights Subdivision in Barangay Catalunan Grande, Davao City, on Monday evening, October 26, prompting an immediate response from emergency personnel who rushed the infant to a hospital for medical evaluation and care.
Residents were shocked after discovering the baby at around 7:30 p.m. at Block 45, Phase 2, Elenita Heights, in the Uraya area. The circumstances surrounding how the newborn ended up in the vacant lot remain unclear.
Responders from the Barangay Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (BDRRMC) of Mintal immediately proceeded to the scene after receiving a report about the abandoned infant at approximately 9 p.m., according to the response report.
Upon arrival, the emergency personnel provided initial medical assistance and assessed the baby’s condition before transporting her to the Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC). The infant was formally turned over to the hospital for further medical assessment and appropriate care.
Initial information indicated that the newborn was in good condition when found. She is now under the custody of the authorities, who are expected to facilitate the necessary protective measures and determine the appropriate next steps for her welfare.
As of the latest available information, the identity of the baby’s parents and the circumstances that led to her abandonment have yet to be established. It was also unclear whether authorities had identified any witnesses or persons who might provide information about the incident.
The case raises concerns about the safety and protection of newborns and the urgent need to ensure that vulnerable infants receive immediate medical attention and appropriate care.
Authorities have yet to release further details regarding the investigation. The infant’s condition, continued medical care, and protection remain the immediate priorities as officials work to establish the facts surrounding the incident.