Police have released a computer-generated image of a mysterious woman who visited the grave of ‘Baby April’, who was murdered 30 years ago, in a new attempt to solve the case.
The body of a newborn baby, named “Baby April” by police, was found near Singleton Lake in Ashford on April 3, 1995.
Officers believe she died of asphyxiation and that her body was wrapped in a Kleenex tissue bag inside a Motaworld bag.
Kent Police say they hope the woman’s e-fit – a woman with a pale complexion and shoulder-length gray hair – can help ‘find the truth behind the tragic story’.
The woman is said to have visited the grave on June 21, 2026 between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM and appeared to be in distress, according to police.
She is described as white, in her 40s, no taller than 6 feet tall, of medium to slim build and with a pale complexion.
Police have released a computer-generated image of a mysterious woman who visited the grave of ‘Baby April’
She had gray shoulder-length hair and was wearing a gray cropped cardigan, sneakers and black leggings.
The woman was also believed to be carrying a small shoulder bag and was carrying a cloth overnight bag with a floral pattern across her body that appeared to be quite full.
The baby was found dead in Ashford 31 years ago.
She weighed 3.5kg and her date of birth was estimated between March 25 and April 3, 1995 – the week before her body was found.
An extensive murder investigation took place following the discovery of her body, but detectives were unable to identify her parents or relatives.
In May 2011, police exhumed her body from Bybrook Cemetery to obtain a full DNA profile. She was then laid to rest again in the cemetery.
The newer DNA sample has not led to any major breakthroughs in the investigation and the case remains unsolved.
Officers have now released an image of a woman they are keen to identify as she may be able to shed light on the case.
The 1995 crime scene where a baby’s body was discovered in Singleton Lake Ashford on April 3
Baby April’s body was found in a plastic bag similar to this one, police said
Detective Chief Inspector Neil Kimber said: “Baby April is named after the month she was born. Despite ongoing investigations since then, her parents and true identity have never been found to date.
“We believe it is important to find out the truth behind this tragic story and this woman may have information that can help us find out.”
Anyone with information can call Kent Police on 01622 652006 or use their website.
