Distress unfolds at the three Horse Shoes in Oulton as tragedy strikes.
In a distressing turn of events, the mother of a stillborn baby discovered in a pub toilet has been identified after the heartbreaking incident at The Three Horse Shoes in Oulton, near Leeds. The tragic find unfolded during the pub’s Sunday roast service, leaving the community in shock and prompting a plea from detectives for the mother to come forward.
The somber discovery took place on Sunday at The Three Horse Shoes, where the lifeless body of a stillborn baby was found in a cubicle. The distressing news sent shockwaves through the local community, with police launching inquiries to locate the mother and express concerns for her well-being.
Embed from Getty ImagesDetectives had issued a plea on Monday urging the mother to make herself known, emphasizing the need for her to receive appropriate medical care and support. West Yorkshire Police has since confirmed that they have identified the woman believed to be the mother.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police stated, “Police enquiries have identified a woman believed to be the mother of a newborn baby girl found deceased in a public house in Oulton. She has now received the appropriate medical care and is being given ongoing support. Thank you to everyone who supported us with our enquiries.”
Paramedics responded to the scene, confirming the tragic loss of the infant at approximately 4.45 pm on Sunday. The pub, in the midst of its Sunday roast service when the heartbreaking discovery occurred, has remained closed as police continue their investigations.
The owners took to Facebook to apologize to customers for any inconvenience caused and announced the temporary closure. The community is left grappling with the sorrowful incident as authorities work to provide support to the grieving mother and piece together the details surrounding this heart-wrenching event.
As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on the well-being of the mother and the broader community affected by this tragic occurrence at The Three Horse Shoes.
