New image released 30 years after baby's body found in Ashford
The picture has been composed of a woman seen visiting the graveside of Baby April
A new computer generated image of a woman has been issued by detectives investigating the discovery of a child’s body in Ashford found more than three decades ago.
The picture has been composed of a woman seen visiting the graveside of Baby April earlier this year.
The newborn child, who was named 'Baby April' by investigators, was found dead at Singleton Lake on 3 April 1995. She weighed 7lbs and her date of birth was estimated to have been between 25 March and 3 April 1995, the week before she was found dead.
Detectives believe she died of asphyxiation and her body had been wrapped in a Kleenex tissue bag inside a Motaworld bag.
An extensive murder investigation took place following the discovery of her body, but detectives were unable to identify her parents or any relatives.
DNA taken
In May 2011, police exhumed her body at Bybrook Cemetery in order to gain a full DNA profile. She was then laid to rest again at the cemetery.
Sadly, the newer DNA sample did not lead to any major breakthrough in the investigation and the case remains unsolved.
Following continuing enquiries this year, officers are now in a position to issue an image of a woman they would like to identify as she may be able to assist enquiries.
The woman was said to have visited the grave between 2pm and 3pm on Sunday 21 June 2026 and appeared to be distressed.
Description
She is described as white, in her 40s, no taller than 5ft 7in, medium to slim build and with a pale complexion. She had grey shoulder-length hair and was wearing a grey short cardigan, trainers, and black leggings.
She was also believed to be carrying two bags. One was a small shoulder bag, and the second was a women’s fabric holdall featuring a floral pattern, which was worn across her body and appeared quite full.
Detective Chief Inspector Neil Kimber said: ‘Baby April was named after the month she was born. Despite ongoing enquiries since that time, her parents and true identity to this date have never been found.
‘We believe it is important to find the truth behind this tragic story and this woman might have information which could assist us in finding that.’
Anyone who recognises the woman pictured, or who has information which could assist the investigation is urged to call Kent Police on 01622 652006.