KOTA KINABALU: A tragic discovery unfolded as the lifeless body of an infant was found wrapped in a towel inside a sanitation bin at a local shopping centre here.
The distressing discovery was made by a cleaning company supervisor during the routine change of the sanitation bin at the shopping centre.
Acting Kota Kinabalu District Police Chief Superintendent Kalsom Idris said that the police received the report at 9.40 pm.
"Investigations revealed that the female infant's body was concealed within the sanitation bin, wrapped carefully in a towel," he said.
Alongside this heart-wrenching discovery, a note was found expressing a desperate plea from the mother.
The note conveyed deep remorse, seeking help to find a suitable place for her child, and underscored a plea to avoid judgment.
"I apologise and seek help to find a suitable place for my child. Thank you for your assistance. Please don't blame me. I don't want this to happen," the note read.
Police are actively reviewing closed-circuit television (CCTV) footage from the area to glean more details. Simultaneously, efforts are underway to identify the person responsible.
The case is being pursued under Section 318 of the Penal Code, addressing charges related to concealing birth and causing death.
Superintendent Kalsom urged anyone with information related to this distressing incident to reach out to investigating officer Inspector Hatikah Ahmad @ Abd Ghani at 0168337243.