Newborn baby found in NJ park in ’84, mother identified and charged.
The Tragic Mystery of Baby Mary
On Christmas Eve in 1984, the lives of two young boys were forever changed when they stumbled upon a heartbreaking discovery in a secluded park in Mendham Township, New Jersey.
“She was wrapped in a towel and had been placed in a plastic bag, so young that her umbilical cord was still attached.”
The newborn baby girl, later named “Baby Mary” by Rev. Michael Drury, had been abandoned and left to perish. For nearly four decades, authorities tirelessly searched for answers, but the identity of Baby Mary and her mother remained a haunting mystery.
A Breakthrough in the Case
Finally, after years of relentless investigation and the use of cutting-edge technology, law enforcement across three states made a significant breakthrough. They were able to identify Baby Mary’s mother, who was only 17 years old at the time of the abandonment.
“Using new technology, law enforcement efforts across three states, and old-fashioned police work, investigators were able to identify the baby’s mother and father.”
However, due to her age at the time, the mother’s name has not been released to the public. Tragically, Baby Mary’s biological father had passed away in the intervening years, with no evidence suggesting his knowledge of the pregnancy or the abandonment.
Justice for Baby Mary
Recently, authorities announced that a juvenile delinquency complaint had been filed against Baby Mary’s biological mother, charging her with manslaughter. This arrest marks the culmination of decades of relentless effort by law enforcement agencies.
“Justice may not take the form the public has imagined all these years, but we believe with this juvenile delinquency complaint, justice is being served for Baby Mary.”
Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll expressed his gratitude to the dedicated individuals who worked tirelessly on the case, hoping that the community can find some closure in this tragic event.
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Sheriff James Gannon emphasized the importance of awareness and support for young parents, highlighting the existence of the Safe Haven Infant Protection Act, which provides a safe and anonymous way for parents to surrender newborns they are unable to care for.
“The legislation allows parents or their representatives to anonymously surrender a newborn baby at designated locations, ensuring their safety and well-being.”
While the tragedy of Baby Mary’s story cannot be undone, the efforts of law enforcement offer a glimmer of justice and hope for a community still haunted by her memory.
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