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Discovery of suspected newborn body in Bukit Jalil garbage truck shocks residents

The infant, thought to have been recently born, was found in a fetal-like position, partially submerged in liquid waste

Updated 10 months ago · Published on 11 Dec 2025 6:04PM

Discovery of suspected newborn body in Bukit Jalil garbage truck shocks residents
ocals left in shock about what is believed to be the body of a newborn baby discovered in the back of a garbage truck - December 11, 2025

RESIDENTS in Bukit Jalil were left horrified today after what is believed to be the body of a newborn baby was discovered in the back of a garbage truck.

The infant, thought to have been recently born, was found in a fetal-like position, partially submerged in liquid waste.

Cheras District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Aidil Bolhassan, confirmed the discovery occurred at approximately 12.51pm when a worker from Alam Flora was emptying rubbish.

“The case is still under investigation. Updates will be provided,” he said in a statement.

The public has been urged to come forward with any information related to the incident, and may contact the investigating officer, Insp. Elfi, at 011-1004 8773, the Cheras District Police Hotline at 03-9284 5050, the Kuala Lumpur Contingent Police Hotline at 03-2115 9999, or any nearby police station.

Earlier, two videos lasting eight and fourteen seconds circulated on social media, showing the suspected infant body amid a pile of waste inside the truck. - December 11, 2025

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