The Documentary Podcast

The three babies mystery

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Jun 1, 2025
A shocking find in East London leads to the discovery of a baby girl named Elsa, sparking an urgent investigation. As DNA tests connect her to two other abandoned infants, the story unfolds around their mysterious mother. Experts and law enforcement delve into psychological profiling and community dynamics, revealing the emotional depths of abandonment. Heartfelt tales of adoption and the search for identity highlight the resilience of families, all while Elsa's journey from peril to potential unfolds with hope.
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ANECDOTE

Discovering Baby Roman

  • Akviles Valiauskaite and her mother found baby Roman abandoned in a shopping bag in East London in freezing cold winter.
  • Their initial shock shifted to relief when the baby was alive and needing help immediately.
INSIGHT

Three Babies Mystery Unfolds

  • Three babies were found abandoned in shopping bags in East London over seven years, all siblings.
  • DNA tests confirmed they share the same parents but the mother remains missing.
ANECDOTE

Investigator on the Case

  • Detective Sergeant Jamie Hum has been leading the investigation since baby Roman's discovery in 2019.
  • He views the case as a humanitarian and missing persons inquiry rather than a typical crime investigation.
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