Heartbreaking discovery at music festival as newborn baby found dead in portable restroom

29 Jun 2026 • 7:04 PM MYT
The Independent
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Heartbreaking discovery at music festival as newborn baby found dead in portable restroom

  • A newborn baby was discovered deceased in a portable restroom at the Electric Forest music festival in Rothbury, Michigan.
  • The infant's body was found on Sunday, the final day of the annual electronic dance music event, by an attendant in the camping area.
  • Michigan State Police are actively investigating the death and have not released specific details, citing the sensitivity of the case.
  • Authorities are appealing to the public for assistance, asking anyone with unusual observations or relevant information to contact them.
  • Festival organizers expressed their sorrow over the tragic event and urged attendees to cooperate with the ongoing police investigation.

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