08/25/2026
This shouldn`t still be happening!
Abandoned Infant Found on Thompson Road, Indianapolis
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) is investigating after an infant was found abandoned behind a shopping center on the southeast side of the city in the 5400 block of East Thompson Road, near Encore Drive, just before 7 p.m. on Monday, August 24, 2026
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Incident Details
Time & Location: Officers were dispatched around 6:50–7 p.m. for a welfare check of a child
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Findings: The infant was discovered behind a shopping center and police believe the child was intentionally left in the area
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Condition: The baby appeared uninjured and was taken to an area hospital for evaluation
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Investigation: IMPD is seeking information about the mother, the infant, or the circumstances surrounding the abandonment. Tipsters can remain anonymous
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Public Appeal
IMPD has urged anyone with relevant information to come forward. The department emphasized that this case is a reminder of the challenges many mothers and families face, and encouraged those in need to seek help through community resources
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Indiana’s Safe Haven Law
The state’s Safe Haven Law allows a person to safely and anonymously surrender an unwanted infant without fear of arrest or prosecution, as long as there are no signs of intentional abuse
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Baby Boxes: About 150 Safe Haven Baby Boxes are installed across Indiana, typically at fire stations and hospitals, and can be accessed anonymously
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Hotline: A 24-hour Safe Haven hotline is available at 1‑866‑99BABY1 for guidance and support
