Johannesburg – A foetus has been found at the Koedoeskloof rubbish dump in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape police said on Friday.

The foetus was found by a community member around 11.20am on Thursday, said Warrant Officer Gerda Swart.

“The community member made the discovery when she opened a plastic bag.”

A case of concealment of birth was being investigated.

Members of the public were urged to assist police with any information they might have.

Sapa