A tragic and heartbreaking story unfolded in Marietta, Georgia, when a 17-year-old girl was discovered attempting to bury her newborn baby in her backyard. Police say the baby was found with severe injuries and had passed away. The young mother had reportedly given birth just hours earlier, entirely alone and without any medical help.
It all began on Sunday afternoon when officers were called to a house on Grambling Street. The call came from the girl’s uncle, who spotted her digging in the yard and called the police for assistance. When officers arrived, they found her in the act of trying to bury the baby. The scene was so devastating that even seasoned officers described it as “graphic” and “tragic.”
According to Marietta Police Officer Chuck McPhilamy, the first priority was to get the teenager to a hospital. She had just gone through childbirth on her own, with no support or medical care. McPhilamy emphasized how unimaginable and heartbreaking the situation was, saying, “Our hearts go out to the family for what they’re going through.”
Investigators believe the girl gave birth about six hours before officers arrived. Authorities are now waiting for the medical examiner’s report to determine if the baby was born alive and to gather more information about the circumstances. The findings from the autopsy could take weeks, but they will play a crucial role in shaping the case.
Reports suggest the teen wrapped the baby in a blanket, placed him in a grocery bag, and attempted to hide the body. According to an arrest warrant, the newborn had knife wounds, which adds another horrifying layer to the story.
The teen is currently in a local hospital under police custody. Once she’s released, she will be taken to Cobb County Jail, where she faces charges for concealing a death, abandoning a body, and abusing a dead body. Depending on what the autopsy reveals, additional charges might be filed.
The family, who reportedly has a language barrier, has been cooperating with the police. Officer McPhilamy called the whole incident “a situation that defies logic,” adding that it’s difficult to grasp the pain and desperation that must have led to such a tragic outcome.
This deeply upsetting case has left many struggling to process the heartbreak of what happened. For now, investigators are piecing together the details, hoping to understand how such a tragedy could have unfolded.
