Gardai appeal to mother of abandoned baby

Gardai in Cork have renewed their appeal for the mother of a baby abandoned in the grounds of a hospital in October.

Gardai in Cork have renewed their appeal for the mother of a baby abandoned in the grounds of a hospital in October.

The baby girl was left in the grounds of the South Infirmary Victoria Hospital on October 13th, 2003. She was left wrapped in clothing in a blue hold all bag.

The girl has since been named Sophia and is in very good health, but officers have appealed to her mother to contact them.

Gardai say the mother of the child will be treated "in a caring and sympathetic way." Officers dealing with the case can be reached on 021-4522022.