FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 25, 2021
TCSO Working Suspicious Death of an Infant
At approximately 8:30 am on August 24, 2021, deputies responded to a report of a deceased person in the 11800 block of Old San Antonio Rd. A fisherman, who was in the area, accidentally discovered the body of a newborn infant.
The child was located in a shallow grave and is estimated to have been there several days, perhaps a week. An autopsy was conducted August 25, 2021 and final results are pending. This incident is being worked as a suspicious death until the exact cause and manner of death are determined.
TCSO is concerned about the well-being of the mother and is asking anyone who might have information about the incident or identity of the mother to call 911 or the TCSO tip line at 512- 854-1444.
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Submitted By: Kristen Dark, Sr. Public Information Officer (512) 854-4986