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Newborn death in Gretna sparks conversation about Louisiana Safe Haven Law

Summary by WBRZ
GRETNA - A tragic case in south Louisiana is raising new questions about what options are available for parents in crisis.Police say 37-year-old Lekesha Lamelle is expected to face second-degree murder charges after her newborn baby was found dead inside a porta-potty in Gretna.Investigators say Lamelle told them she gave birth at that location, but authorities could not determine how much time passed before the baby was discovered. An autopsy l…
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WBRZ broke the news in Baton Rouge, United States on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
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