French police discover five infant bodies in southern residence

French authorities in the southern city of Orange have launched an investigation following the discovery of five infant bodies inside a couple's residence.

The remains were found packed in cardboard boxes after a 32-year-old woman gave birth to a healthy child. According to initial reports, the woman's partner uncovered the remains while searching their apartment following the home birth and subsequently notified medical staff at a local hospital.

Law enforcement officials and prosecutors have ordered autopsies to determine the circumstances, timing, and causes of death for the five infants. Authorities have not yet released official findings as the inquiry remains ongoing.

Sources: Der Standard, ORF, TV 2 Nyheter.