October 15, 2026 - 222 views
Police have given a name to the baby girl whose body was discovered on the shoreline in Bangor, as investigations continue to establish what happened and identify her parents.
The baby has been named Ceri, and North Wales Police are renewing their appeal for information that could help them find her mother.
Specialists from across the country are working with investigators, with several tests still awaiting results which police hope will provide further leads.
Superintendent Llinos Davies has appealed to dog walkers and other residents who regularly visited the Ashley Fields area of Bangor from August 30 onwards to come forward with any information that could assist the investigation.
Police are also asking people to share photographs or videos taken along the Menai Strait shoreline at Siliwen during the same period. Images can be uploaded through a dedicated major incident public portal, where they will be assessed for their potential relevance to the enquiries.
Superintendent Davies said officers remained determined to find answers for Baby Ceri and urged anyone who had concerns about a woman or girl in recent months to contact police.
She stressed that people should not make assumptions or accusations, adding that even information which might appear insignificant could help establish what happened.
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is also appealing directly to the baby's mother, offering confidential support from trained specialists.
Fiona Giraud, the health board’s director of midwifery and women's services, said anyone who had not yet felt able to come forward would be treated with compassion, dignity and respect.
The dedicated phone line for the baby's mother remains open at all times for calls or text messages on 07974 241223.
Anyone with information for the investigation can contact North Wales Police on 101, quoting Operation Melex, or submit information and images through the Major Incident Public Portal.
