August 31, 2026 — 2:53pmPolice are working to find a woman whose newborn son was found dead in a rubbish bin in Sydney’s south-west.Officers responded to reports the boy’s body had been found on Harrow Road in Auburn, about 20 kilometres south-west of the city, about 11.20am on Monday. A crime scene has been established, with an investigation into the boy’s death under way.Police say there are serious concerns for the mother’s welfare and are urging her to attend her nearest hospital for treatment. It is unclear how long the infant has been in the bin, or how old he is.Anyone with information about the boy’s death or with dashcam or mobile phone footage from Harrow Road on Monday morning is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.More to comeStart the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter.From our partners