Investigation Ongoing After Dismembered Newborn Discovered in Madrid Landfill

A newborn baby has been found decapitated and dismembered in a rubbish bin in Spain - as police launch an urgent appeal to find the mother. Pictured: Investigators searching in the rubbish

Authorities in Spain are continuing their investigation into the disturbing discovery of a dismembered newborn baby found at a landfill in Madrid in December 2024. The tragic case, dubbed "Operation Natal" by law enforcement, has led investigators to believe the child was killed shortly after birth, prompting a concentrated search for the infant’s mother.

The little girl was born alive, doctors have confirmed, and was just five days old when she was killed

At approximately 1:46 a.m. on December 12, workers at a recycling plant in Loeches, just outside Madrid, discovered the remains of a five-day-old baby girl inside trash bags. The Civil Guard was immediately alerted and began a criminal investigation.

Forensic examinations conducted at the Institute of Forensic Medicine revealed the newborn was of South American descent and had been born alive. Medical experts determined the cause of death was likely asphyxiation and noted signs of a violent end.

The sickening crime is being investigated and police have appealed for anyone with information to come forward

Investigators believe the remains originated from the Puente de Vallecas district in Madrid. Efforts are now focused on identifying the mother and uncovering the circumstances surrounding the child’s death.

“The remains correspond to a female baby who was born alive. There are clear signs pointing to a violent death,” the Civil Guard said in an official statement. Authorities also confirmed that evidence points to the baby being intentionally killed.

The little girl, according to the investigations, would have been decapitated and her remains then put in garbage bags

While the investigation remains ongoing, police are urging the public to come forward with any information that could aid in solving the case. The Civil Guard emphasized the importance of community cooperation to fully clarify the criminal act.