The South-West Regional Health Authority (SWRHA) has confirmed that a newborn infant was found on the compound of the San Fernando General Hospital (SFGH) earlier today.
The Authority advised that the infant is currently receiving care by their medical professionals.
Additionally, an investigation is underway and is in progress to determine the circumstances which led to this unfortunate incident.
The SWRHA has alerted the relevant partner State Agencies to provide all the necessary assistance, as required.