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July 26, 2026

Tragedy at Electric Forest: Michigan State Police Investigating After Infant Found

Tragedy at Electric Forest: Michigan State Police Investigating After Infant Found

Michigan State Police are investigating after a newborn was found deceased in a portable toilet at the Electric Forest camping area on Sunday morning.

Michigan State Police have confirmed the discovery of a deceased newborn inside a portable toilet at the Electric Forest festival site in Rothbury. The infant was found by a maintenance worker during a routine check of the camping grounds on Sunday, June 28. Authorities are treating the incident as isolated but have launched a full investigation. They are currently seeking information from anyone in the camping area who may have witnessed unusual activity or possesses relevant details. Electric Forest organizers issued a statement expressing their heartbreak, describing the event as a tragedy for their 'Forest Family' community. Officials added that there was no immediate threat to the public, and the festival's final day proceeded as planned. Law enforcement has requested that the public refrain from social media speculation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Michigan State Police directly via email.