Emergency Services are on scene at the Natalspruit River just off Du Plessis Road in Alberton after a body of the baby was found floating in the river.

Captain Manare Ramotshela, spokesperson for Alberton SAPS confirmed the body of a baby was removed from the river but is unable to give any further information before he is on scene.

The RECORD will update readers as soon as more information becomes available.

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