SANTA ROSA COUNTY

SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Sheriff Wendell Hall

Body of Newborn Infant Discovered By Dog in Wooded Area in Milton

On 12/29/08 at 1600 hours, Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to 6559 Clear Creek Road , Milton , Florida , in reference to the discovery of a dead newborn infant. The homeowner called 911 stating that the family dog had exited an adjacent wooded area carrying the body of what appeared to be an infant. The dog placed the infant's body near the wood line at the home owner's property. When deputies arrived, they confirmed that the dog had located the body of a newborn infant. Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office investigators, crime scene technicians, and the Medical Examiner's Office arrived at the scene to investigate the case. Due to the nature of the investigation and its ongoing nature, the Sheriff's Office is not releasing any details concerning the condition of the body, possible cause of death, or anything else concerning the discovery. The child's body was transported to the Medical Examiner's Office in Pensacola and an autopsy will be conducted to help with the investigation. Investigators are asking anyone with information concerning the identity of the child or the mother to contact the Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office at 983-1190, or Crime Stoppers at 437-STOP. Investigators are especially asking for people to call with information concerning females recently being pregnant, that are no longer pregnant, and are unable to account for the whereabouts of their baby. This information can be given anonymously through Crime Stoppers. The Sheriff's Office appreciates any help that people can provide. No further information is available at the time of this release.

Press Release By:

Sgt. Scott Haines

Media Relations Unit

(850) 981-2136 or shaines@srso.net