ORLANDO, Fla. (WFLA) — A newborn baby boy, just a week old, was discovered left in a car seat outside a residence in Orlando on Monday morning, as reported by the Orlando Police Department.

Police said the newborn was found in the 5500 block of Lido Street around 7:20 a.m.

He is in good health and was taken to a hospital to receive treatment.

The authorities are appealing to the public for any details that could assist in identifying the infant and locating his parents. Residents in the vicinity of Lido Street are urged to check their home security systems or surveillance cameras for any helpful recordings.

“The Orlando Police Department reminds all parents and caregivers that the Safe Haven Law

exists to provide a safe, legal, and anonymous option for surrendering newborns. Parents can

safely leave an infant with someone at designated locations, such as a hospital, a staffed fire

rescue station, or a staffed emergency medical service station, with no questions asked,

anonymously, and without fear of prosecution. Visit the Safe Haven for Newborns website at

asafehavenfornewborns.com or contact their toll-free, multilingual crisis hotline at 877-767-

BABY (2229) for additional information,” police said in a news release.

Individuals with any relevant information are encouraged to contact Orlando police. To remain anonymous, tips can be submitted by calling Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477) or by visiting crimeline.org.