A Georgia woman, 22-year-old Zinnia Hernandez, has been charged after her newborn child was allegedly found abandoned in a motel dumpster. Allegedly, Hernandez “double bagged” the baby moments after giving birth in a bathtub.

According to a release issued by the Columbus Georgia Police Department (CGPD), the incident occurred on Tuesday, September 2. At around 6:30 p.m., CGPD officers responded to a Victory Drive location after receiving reports of a newborn found in a dumpster.

Shortly after arrival, the infant boy was transported to Piedmont Columbus Regional, where he received treatment. The baby is currently in stable condition.

An extensive investigation carried out by the Special Victims Unit resulted in the arrest of Hernandez, the infant’s mother. Allegedly, the woman admitted t

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