Fort Worth police are investigating after the body of an infant was found beside a dumpster near a motel on the city’s far west side Sunday evening.
Officers responded to the scene around 8:30 p.m. in the 7300 block of Camp Bowie Boulevard West after callers reported discovering the deceased child near the Drummer’s Inn motel.
The Fort Worth Police Department has not released details regarding the infant’s age, sex, or cause of death. Investigators have also not announced any suspects or persons of interest at this time.
The department confirmed that its Crimes Against Children Unit has taken over the investigation, signaling that the case is being treated with the highest level of seriousness. This specialized unit handles cases involving crimes committed against minors in the Fort Worth area.
The discovery has shaken the surrounding community, with the motel located in a busy corridor of far west Fort Worth. Authorities have not indicated whether any surveillance footage or witnesses have been identified in connection with the case.
The investigation remains in its early stages and few official details have been made public. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Fort Worth Police Department immediately.