A newborn baby found abandoned on a doorstep has been named Edward by hospital staff as the search for his mum continues.
New photographs of the tot have been shared by police, after a member of the public discovered him outside a home in Hackney, east London, on Saturday.
But Met Police are becoming increasingly concerned for his mum.
Detective Sergeant Andy Barry, from the force's central east area safeguarding unit, said today: “Baby Edward was only about 12 hours old when he was found abandoned on a doorstep in Sandringham Road. Edward is being well cared for by hospital staff and is a healthy, bonny lad.
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“I am reaching out to Edward’s mother. You are my primary concern.
"I do not know the circumstances around Edward’s birth, but as a father myself, I understand how daunting becoming a parent can be.
"I can offer you help, please be assured that you are not in trouble.
"Edward is safe and well and your health and wellbeing is our priority."
Hospital staff have chosen the name Edward, after the the member of public who found him.
As we previously reported, a woman claimed her granddad found the baby in a bush as he was doing his round as a postman. She said a colleague initially thought he could hear 'kittens'.
The tot remains safe and well in an east London hospital. Police believe he may have been born outside a hospital environment.
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Det Serg Barry added: “To anyone who may know Edward’s mother, I’d urge you to come forward and help me locate her – this can be done in confidence.
“I’d also like to hear from anyone who was in the Sandringham Road area between 10am and 12pm on Saturday, 25 January. If you noticed anything or saw someone please contact us as a matter of urgency.”
The baby was found wearing a grey babygrow and a grey hat.
He was also wrapped up in a white knitted blanket.
Anyone with information is urged to call the police on 101 quoting Cad 3039/25Jan.
Or you can stay anonymous by contacting the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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