The naked infant was discovered outside 514 East 138th near Brook Avenue in the Mott Haven section.
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A neighbor made the horrifying discovery around 7:30 p.m. while they were taking out the trash.
Police say the little boy had his umbilical cord still attached.
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The infant was taken unconscious and unresponsive to Lincoln Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The medical examiner will determine his cause of death.
Police say they have identified a 14-year-old girl as the mother, but they are not releasing any additional information.
Advocates are reminding New Yorkers that the state has a "Safe Haven" law that allows new mothers to leave their babies at a hospital, staffed police or fire station, or other suitable location without fear of prosecution.
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