Authorities in Alexandria have launched an investigation into the case of an abandoned child, they said.
A girl between 1 and 2 years old was left outside of 8 South Van Dorn St., by an unknown man around 9:45 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, a spokesperson for the Alexandria Sheriff’s Office said.
Responding officers found the girl dressed in warm clothing, and in apparent good health. Nobody in the area reported knowing the child or who she may belong to, officials said. Detectives were called to the scene and Alexandria Child Protective Services (CPS) was notified.
As of press time, the girl was safe and doing well in the custody of Alexandria DCHS Child Welfare Services, officials said.
Detectives with the Alexandria Police Department and social workers of Alexandria DCHS Child Protective Services are meeting with members of the family who are assisting with the ongoing joint investigation.
Detectives have located possible video of the vehicle that was used by the person who left the child and are working to identify it and its owner, authorities said.