Newborn found dead in rubbish bin in south-west Sydney

Police are working to find a woman whose newborn son was found dead in a rubbish bin in Sydney’s south-west.Officers responded to reports that the boy’s body had been found on Harrow Road in Auburn, about 20 kilometres south-west of the city, about 11.20am on Monday. A crime scene has been established, with an investigation into the boy’s death under way.Police say there are serious concerns for the mother’s welfare and are urging her to attend her nearest hospital for treatment. It is unclear how long the infant was in the bin, or how old he was.Anyone with information about the boy’s death or with dashcam or mobile phone footage from Harrow Road on Monday morning is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.Lifeline 13 11 14From our partners