Investigation Underway After Fetus Found in Dumpster in Lima

Lima Police are investigating after a fetus was found in a dumpster on Brower Road this afternoon.

According to the Lima Police Department, today, 2/05/2026, at about 3:40 p.m., Lima Police second shift patrol officers were sent to 531 Brower Road in reference to a fetus in a dumpster. 

Officers were able to locate the correct dumpster and the fetus. 

Detectives were contacted to investigate the incident and the circumstances surrounding how and why the fetus was placed into a dumpster. 

Early in the investigation process, the female who had been carrying the fetus was located and transported to the Lima Police Department for further investigation. 

The fetus was collected and transported to the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office for examination to determine the fetus’ Gestational age. 

No additional information or names of the individuals involved will be released at this time. 

This investigation is still ongoing and anyone with additional information about this incident is urged to contact the Lima Police Department, at 419-227-4444.