In a shocking incident that came to light early morning today, a female foetus was found in a municipality garbage container at Kharol Colony.

The foetus, said to be aged between 6 to 7 months was found wrapped in a polythene bag. Many locals of the area gathered around the place and informed the police. Later, the foetus was transferred to the mortuary for an autopsy.

The Ambamata police have registered a case under Section 318 IPC against unknown persons and have started their investigations.