A new born baby boy was found dumped inside a sanitary bin at a tertiary institution hostel in Lautoka yesterday.
Police said it has launched an investigation into the matter.
A student who heard the sound of a baby crying inside the washroom.
“The newborn was found inside a sanitary bin, and with the help of the hostel staff, the baby was retrieved and quickly conveyed to the Lautoka Aspen Hospital where he remains admitted in good health,” said Fiji Police.
Investigators are conducting enquiries and have yet to ascertain the identity of the baby’s mother.
Anyone with information that could assist with investigations is urged to call Crimestoppers on 919 or the Western Division Command Centre on 9905 457.