COLLINSVILLE — The Collinsville Police Department said Friday, July 10, 2026, that investigators believe they have identified the parents of an infant abandoned at Cahokia Mounds, but also believe the parents have fled the United States.
In a statement issued Friday, July 10, 2026, the department said the infant is healthy, safe and in the care of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services. Collinsville Police said they could not release additional information about the parents because formal charges have not been filed.
“We are aware of some questions regarding the investigation of the infant that was abandoned at Cahokia Mounds,” the department said in the statement.
The Collinsville Police Department said investigators believe they have identified both parents.
“Unfortunately, investigators also believe that the parents have fled from the United States,” the Collinsville Police Department added.
“We appreciate the community interest and thank all of those who provided information to us,” the department said.
