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Twin Falls Today
By the People, for the People
Baby Abandoned in Twin Falls 10 Years Ago Still Unidentified
The infant, nicknamed "Angel Rose," was found in a bag on the side of the road in 2015 but her parents remain unknown.
Published on Feb. 13, 2026
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In December 2015, a newborn baby girl was discovered abandoned in a bag on the side of the road in Twin Falls, Idaho. The infant, who was nicknamed "Angel Rose" by the community, was given a funeral but her identity and the circumstances around her abandonment have remained a mystery for over a decade. Authorities are still seeking information that could help identify the baby's parents.
Why it matters
This tragic case highlights the ongoing issue of infant abandonment in the United States, with an estimated 7,000 children abandoned annually. It also raises questions about why the parents chose to discard the baby in this manner rather than using legal channels to surrender the child, and whether foul play may have been involved.
The details
On December 31, 2015, a Twin Falls police officer discovered the deceased newborn baby girl in a bag on the side of the road. The infant was given the name "Angel Rose" by the community, and a funeral was held for her in January 2016. However, despite a decade of investigation, the baby's identity and the circumstances around her abandonment remain unknown.
- The baby was discovered on December 31, 2015.
- A funeral for the baby was held in January 2016.
The players
Twin Falls Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the case of the abandoned baby.
Angel Rose
The nickname given to the deceased newborn baby girl found abandoned in Twin Falls in 2015.
What’s next
The Twin Falls Police Department continues to investigate the case and urges anyone with information to come forward.
The takeaway
This heartbreaking case serves as a tragic reminder of the need for greater awareness and resources around safe surrender laws, as well as the importance of community involvement in helping to solve such mysteries and provide closure.
