Cops desperate to solve the case of the remains of a baby girl found a year ago have offered a £50,000 reward for information.
The body of the tot, named Baby Ava by investigators, was found by a dog walker on 20 November last year
Since the discovery, police have worked to get closer to the full circumstances of how Ava came to be there.
Her remains were found near Ashtons Field in Little Hulton, Salford, Gtr Mancs.
Greater Manchester Police revealed last month that a piece of fabric found at the scene was determined to be a piece of distinctive ladies’ underwear, featuring a cartoon-style donkey pattern.
Ava’s age or ethnicity still has not been determined, and police are no closer to identifying who her parents are, but the force hopes the £50,000 reward will encourage people to come forward, as reported by Need To Know.
GMP Detective Inspector Louise Kelly said: “We have engaged with more than 20 experts, forensic experts and behavioural experts and conducted investigations into 200 pieces of information that have come in from the public.
“The information has included concerns about specific females who have been pregnant, and information around the scene, such as vehicles that might have been here at the time. We have made exhaustive inquiries to try and get answers as to why Ava was left there.
“Work is ongoing, and evidently, we can’t say what Ava’s ethnicity was yet.
“We believe she has been somewhere else before she was brought to Ashton’s Field.
“There is still some forensic testing to take place, for which we are waiting for the results.
“We are also continuing the familial DNA checks and are visiting all the names we have identified from a familial DNA list, which relates to Ava’s DNA.
“We have not lost hope in the search for answers as to how Ava came to be here.
“Those residing in the surrounding area of where Ava was located should expect to see a greater police presence in the area around this anniversary, and may receive a knock on the door, as we continue to relentlessly pursue all possible avenues which could lead to us finding out what happened to her.
“Throughout the last year, we have continued to discover new pieces of information, but nothing so far has led us to identify Ava or her parents.
“The date will be a significant one for Ava’s parents and those who may have known her.
“To Ava’s parents, if they see this, we are here ready to speak to you and support you.”
The £50,000 reward for information has been put forward by Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
Kate Green, deputy mayor of Greater Manchester, said: “Our thoughts remain with Baby Ava and those affected by this tragic case.
“We are committed to supporting GMP in their efforts to find answers and bring closure.
“This reward reflects our determination to encourage anyone with information to come forward and assist the police with their investigation.”
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