Abandoned newborn found dead after suspected dog attack in Telangana’s Asifabad district

Hyderabad: The body of a newborn, allegedly abandoned by unidentified persons, was found on the outskirts of Dinda village in Chintalamanepally mandal of Kumaram Bheem Asifabad district on Thursday, November 12. Police suspect that stray dogs mauled the body after it was left unattended, triggering shock and outrage among villagers.

Villagers noticed the body along the main road around 7 am and alerted the police. Investigators believe the infant may have been abandoned shortly after birth, though the exact circumstances of the death are still being examined.

The police are trying to establish whether the baby was abandoned by someone from Dinda village or a nearby area. They are also examining records from government and private hospitals and clinics to determine whether an abortion or delivery took place recently.

Investigators are questioning villagers to check whether anyone noticed suspicious movement in the area before the body was found. Police said they are probing all possible angles, including identifying those responsible for abandoning the infant and establishing the motive.

The Chintalamanepally Circle Inspector said a woman has been detained in connection with the case and is undergoing a medical examination. Police have not disclosed her identity, citing the ongoing investigation.

A case of concealment of birth by secret disposal of a dead body has been registered under Section 94 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. Police said the investigation is continuing and that those found responsible will face action.