URGENT UPDATE: The San Bruno Police Department has confirmed the identification of a newborn boy found dead in 1981, a significant breakthrough in a cold case that has haunted the community for decades. Authorities are now urgently seeking public assistance as the investigation intensifies.
On November 11, 1981, the infant’s body was discovered inside a garbage can at Buckeye Park around 4 p.m.. Initial reports indicated the baby had been dead for only a few hours, having succumbed to strangulation and severe head injuries. Police have determined that he was likely placed in the trash receptacle after 11 a.m. that day.
Utilizing advanced forensic genealogy techniques, police successfully identified the baby’s family, a development they describe as a “major step forward” in the ongoing investigation. The department collaborated with the Texas Department of Public Safety and specialized forensic labs to achieve this breakthrough. However, the identities of the infant’s parents have not been disclosed to the public.
“This identification represents a major step forward in the case and has renewed efforts to bring this case to justice,” the San Bruno Police Department stated on social media. Detectives are now calling on the community for information that could help further the investigation.
Back in 1981, investigators found that the newborn had Type O-positive blood and discovered both reddish-brown human hair and black dog hair on the sock that was used to strangle him. Despite extensive efforts at the time, authorities were unable to determine the child’s identity or identify any suspects.
Anyone with information relevant to this case is urged to contact the San Bruno Police Department at 650-616-7100 or via email at [email protected]. This significant development has the potential to bring closure to a tragic case and highlights the importance of community involvement in law enforcement efforts.
Check back for updates as this story continues to develop.
