An arrest has been made in relation to a deceased newborn who was found near a Whitewater Trailer Park earlier this month.

According to a release, a 39 year old Whitewater woman who is believed to be the mother of the newborn was arrested (Friday) by Whitewater police and is being held at the Jefferson County Jail.

The woman, who was not named in the release, is facing charges of concealing the death of a child and obstructing an officer.

The was found March 4th inside a cardboard box, wrapped in a light-colored shirt, and wearing no additional clothing.

It is believed the baby was placed in the field less than 48 hours before he was located.